art business | Sarah Ritchie

Tamatzui Gallery Second Life® exhibition

Sarah Ritchie

Dec 111 min read

Tamatzui Gallery Second Life® exhibition

Check out my fibre artworks on display in the virtual world!

Market apron magic – perfect for crafting and selling

Sarah Ritchie

Dec 81 min read

Market apron magic – perfect for crafting and selling

This weekend’s sewing challenge was a market apron – perfect for craft fairs or DIY projects.

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Look how far you’ve come

Sarah Ritchie

Dec 52 min read

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Look how far you’ve come

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge for December: Reflect on your 2024 achievements to fuel confidence and ambition for 2025.

Sarah Ritchie

Nov 282 min read

The red dot

Discover the significance of the red dot in the art world – a symbol of success, connection, and celebration for artists and their sold work

Sarah Ritchie

Nov 181 min read

Cloud-gazing for the creative mind

Discover the power of cloud-gazing to spark creativity and find peace. Simple moments can recharge your creative mind.

Sticking to it: How a star chart helped me stay creative

Sarah Ritchie

Nov 172 min read

Sticking to it: How a star chart helped me stay creative

Boost creativity and track progress with a star chart! Discover how this tool can motivate you to achieve your goals and stay consistent.

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: How is your past influencing your present?

Sarah Ritchie

Nov 52 min read

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: How is your past influencing your present?

Challenge your creative process: Reflect on how past influences shape your art and mindset. Unlock growth by confronting limiting beliefs.

Sarah Ritchie

Oct 312 min read

Art of Us, a dream realised

Excited to announce the launch of Art of Us, a New Zealand artist community supporting and championing each other – Strong. Together.

“It’s like…” (Pushing the boundaries in art)

Sarah Ritchie

Oct 292 min read

“It’s like…” (Pushing the boundaries in art)

Discover how pushing the boundaries of fibre art transforms craft into art in my latest blog post.

Sarah Ritchie

Oct 71 min read

Taking my Canon EOS 90D for a spin

Testing out my new Canon EOS 90D for a test drive.

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Take time to refocus

Sarah Ritchie

Sep 301 min read

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Take time to refocus

Monthly challenge for artists to refocus and plan. Step back from creating to work on your creative practice. Are you making time to dream?

I’m an artist, not a content creator (yeah, right)

Sarah Ritchie

Sep 71 min read

I’m an artist, not a content creator (yeah, right)

Are you an artist or a content creator? Join me as I discuss how to make social media work for you as you build your art practice.

Finding your tribe: Lessons from my winding journey

Sarah Ritchie

Sep 62 min read

Finding your tribe: Lessons from my winding journey

Finding your audience or tribe as an artist is challenging, but with quick pivots, experimentation, and the right platform, it’s achievable!

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Simplify to amplify

Sarah Ritchie

Sep 52 min read

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Simplify to amplify

Simplify your art practice and life to focus on what truly matters, avoid burnout, and amplify creativity.

Sarah Ritchie

Aug 191 min read

Caution: Wet Paint

Why you should always keep a 'Caution: Wet Paint' sign in your studio (or in your mind).

Clearing the debris: Uncovering inefficiencies in your art practice

Sarah Ritchie

Aug 193 min read

Clearing the debris: Uncovering inefficiencies in your art practice

How small inefficiencies in your art practice can clutter your success. It’s time to clear the path and grow.

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Think like an Olympic athlete

Sarah Ritchie

Aug 193 min read

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Think like an Olympic athlete

Elevate your art business with strategies inspired by high-performance athletes.

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Social media audit

Sarah Ritchie

Jul 32 min read

Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Social media audit

As we enter July (the middle of the year), it’s the perfect time to reflect on your digital presence and do a social media audit.

Sarah Ritchie

Jun 93 min read

Lessons from Salvador Dali’s moustache

Salvador Dalí, one of history’s most famous surrealist artists, is known for his eccentric personality, distinctive art, and iconic...

Tips for purchasing your first art materials

Sarah Ritchie

May 292 min read

Tips for purchasing your first art materials

Discover the art of smart shopping for your first art materials. Tips on balancing quality and cost while enjoying your creative journey.