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Brunch with Art of Us
Creative inspiration, conversation and food with the Art of Us crew.
Sarah Ritchie
Feb 111 min read


Saving money in your studio: Rethink. Repurpose. Reinvent.
Get creative in your studio! Repurpose, upcycle, or DIY solutions instead of buying expensive gear. Rethink what you already have.
Sarah Ritchie
Feb 102 min read


NEW: 2025 Goal-Setting Wall Planner
Are you looking for a way to visualise your whole year at a glance (and track your goals)? Check out this new wall planner!
Sarah Ritchie
Jan 271 min read


Brand lesson from Morris & James
A great example of how Morris & James Pottery uses their core product to convey their brand information.
Sarah Ritchie
Jan 111 min read


Don’t wait for permission!
Have you ever wondered if, in life, we tend to wait for permission to do the things that really matter?
Sarah Ritchie
Jan 101 min read


What’s your Everest?
What's your Everest? It's time to set bold goals, make sacrifices, and conquer your personal summit in 2025.
Sarah Ritchie
Jan 1, 20252 min read


Tamatzui Gallery Second Life® exhibition
Check out my fibre artworks on display in the virtual world!
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 11, 20241 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.
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 8, 20241 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
Dec 5, 20242 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 28, 20242 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.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 18, 20241 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.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 17, 20242 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
Nov 5, 20242 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.
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 31, 20242 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 29, 20242 min read


Taking my Canon EOS 90D for a spin
Testing out my new Canon EOS 90D for a test drive.
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 7, 20241 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?
Sarah Ritchie
Sep 30, 20241 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.
Sarah Ritchie
Sep 7, 20241 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!
Sarah Ritchie
Sep 6, 20242 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
Sep 5, 20242 min read
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