A recent commission, Sheep on a Thousand Hills III, brought the rewarding challenge of recreating a previous work in a larger size.

A special moment with the Art of Us crew at Sara Langdon’s exhibition opening. These wahine toa are more than fellow artists – they’re my creative support system, my catch-net, and my joy.

Painting my first mural was tougher than expected – 7 hours on a bumpy wall left me sore! Huge respect for mural artists.

Too much on your plate? Here’s how I’m handling a busy season without burning out or getting overwhelmed.

Cracks and flaws can be made beautiful - it's all in your perspective.

‘Yarn bombing’, ‘yarn storming’, ‘guerrilla knitting’ or ‘urban knitting’. Is it art? What do you think?

My face-painting job at our Christmas BBQ is now complete. I had to laugh at the challenges thrown my way!

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

‘Bushman’s Friend – Pīwakawaka II’ – my latest fibre painting takes flight.

A whimsical new photo series of everyday objects. First up, it's Monty, my muse.

Re-directed art – how to take abandoned pictures and turn them into an amazing fundraising initiative.

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

Trust the process: discover how working through 'boring' and 'ugly' stages in art leads to beauty, and how this mindset can inspire your jou

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

Art of the Ordinary photo series, #9. My mother-in-law, Madeleine, owns a number of beautiful glass and crystal bowls. Here is one of them.

Art of the Ordinary photo series 8. Just because everyone needs a smile in their day, here’s a smiling old suitcase.

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

Old glass dishes often have very cool patterns in them. Take a look at the way I see them in this Art of the Ordinary photo.

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

‘Glory’ – new needle-felted fibre painting by Sarah Ritchie