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Christian iconography artist – Ilona Thomson
Ever wondered what “iconography” is? Check out the work of this incredibly unique and talented artist!
Sarah Ritchie
Jan 61 min read


FELT IT!: How to work in a series
A short guide to using themes, colours, or style to build a cohesive series.
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 4, 20251 min read


Visiting Teri Berry’s Clevedon studio
A peek inside Teri Berry’s brand new studio and some of her fabulous artworks.
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 25, 20251 min read


‘The Weight of Things’ by Katie Robinson
What an opening night! Celebrating Katie Robinson’s exhibition, ‘The Weight of Things’ at DEPOT, Auckland.
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 24, 20251 min read


tinyStudio creative life Magazine (with me) out now!
Check out the latest issue and my article ‘Brave Art’!
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 9, 20251 min read


‘Brave Art’, tinyStudio Creative Life magazine article
A glimpse inside my journey to finding an artistic style and voice.
Sarah Ritchie
Aug 29, 20251 min read


FELT IT!: Trust the process
When your creative project takes an ugly turn, there’s one thing that can keep you moving forward – and it’s simpler than you think.
Sarah Ritchie
Aug 9, 20251 min read


Digging into the impasto of Nick Herd
Two friends, one painting, and a moment spent exploring the richly textured world of artist Nick Herd.
Sarah Ritchie
May 12, 20251 min read


Aotearoa Art Fair: “Which one will you be taking home?”
When you go to art exhibitions do you ever dream of which artwork you would take home if you could? We do!
Sarah Ritchie
May 8, 20251 min read


Bev Moon: Elevating fibre art
I had the pleasure of meeting Bev Moon, fibre artist, at the Aotearoa Art Fair 2025.
Sarah Ritchie
May 6, 20251 min read


Art of Us: Celebrating friendship, art, and aroha
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.
Sarah Ritchie
Apr 11, 20251 min read


My new level of respect for mural painters!
Painting my first mural was tougher than expected – 7 hours on a bumpy wall left me sore! Huge respect for mural artists.
Sarah Ritchie
Mar 11, 20251 min read


Dealing with overwhelm
Too much on your plate? Here’s how I’m handling a busy season without burning out or getting overwhelmed.
Sarah Ritchie
Mar 11, 20252 min read


Creating beauty from broken pieces
Cracks and flaws can be made beautiful - it's all in your perspective.
Sarah Ritchie
Mar 4, 20251 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 27, 20251 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 10, 20251 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


Reflecting on gratitude
Gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s a powerful tool for growth. Discover the unexpected blessings of 2024.
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 20, 20242 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
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