Explore the vibrant world of Ashleigh Ritchie and browse her full collection of original artworks and limited edition prints. Known for her expressive portraiture, floral-inspired compositions, and diverse artistic creations, Ashleigh brings warmth, texture, and emotion to every piece.
Each original and print is crafted with care, using high-quality materials to ensure lasting beauty. From soulful portraits to bloom-filled compositions and more, Ashleigh Ritchie’s artworks bring personality, charm, and timeless appeal to any space.
Luke’s Starry Night is an oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, painted on a wood panel. The work captures a whimsical nocturnal scene, with soft brushstrokes and luminous swirls of deep blues and golden highlights, portraying Luke reaching for a star in a magical sky.
The composition balances imagination and tenderness, with the wood panel’s texture adding depth and warmth to the intimate, dreamy scene. The gentle light and celestial tones evoke wonder, curiosity, and the limitless possibilities of childhood dreams.
Through Luke’s Starry Night, Ashleigh reflects on the beauty of imagination, the quiet magic of night, and the joy of celebrating even the smallest dreamers.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on a prepared wood panel. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty and depth of colour.
With Black Pine Frame– 500mm x 350mm
Completed - 2024
Sheep Wearing Grass Crown is an original woodcut print by Ashleigh Ritchie, portraying a sheep crowned with long blades of grass like a regal headdress. The bold, carved lines capture both the quiet dignity and rustic charm of this familiar countryside animal, while the crown of grasses adds a whimsical, almost mythical quality.
The strength of the woodcut medium lies in its contrasts — the deep blacks of the ink against the clean paper surface draw out the intricate textures of fleece and the expressive details of the sheep’s face. Without colour, the image becomes timeless, celebrating form, texture, and the enduring tradition of relief printmaking.
At once playful and stately, Sheep Wearing Grass Crown reflects Ashleigh’s ability to blend character, symbolism, and humour into her printmaking practice. The sheep, often a humble figure in the rural landscape, is here reimagined with quiet majesty, crowned by the land it grazes upon.
Each print is hand-pulled, signed, and numbered by the artist. The edition is strictly limited to 10 prints only, making each one a unique part of this series.
Dimension - Imagery - A4 210 x 297 mm, Paper - A3 297 x 420 mm
Original Woodcut
Designed and hand-carved by Ashleigh Ritchie, this artwork was carefully inked and hand-turned through the press to create a bold, black-and-white impression. Printed on Fabriano Tiepolo White 290gsm paper using Flint water-based ink. Each piece is signed and editioned in pencil by the artist.
Limited Edition - 10 (signed and numbered)
Completed - 2023
Rolly Polly Lamb by Ashleigh Ritchie is a joyful woodcut print brought to life with watercolour. The piece features a fluffy white lamb tumbling playfully among tall daisies, its little body curling and rolling in carefree delight. The lamb’s expression is one of innocent curiosity, capturing the lighthearted essence of springtime in the countryside.
The bold black outlines of the woodcut technique give the lamb and flowers a lively, illustrative quality, while the watercolor washes add a softness that perfectly balances the strong lines. Greens splash and scatter across the background, suggesting a fresh meadow alive with growth and energy. The textured, speckled tones within the lamb’s fleece add depth and character, making it feel both whimsical and tactile.
At its heart, this artwork is a celebration of simple joys and youthful play. Rolly Polly Lamb invites viewers into a world of warmth and wonder, where even the smallest creature can embody a sense of freedom and delight. Ashleigh Ritchie’s playful style and thoughtful details make this piece both endearing and uplifting — a reminder to embrace the lighter, more carefree moments in life.
Dimension - A4 210 x 297 mm
Original Woodcut with Watercolour
Designed and hand-carved by Ashleigh Ritchie, this artwork was carefully inked and hand-turned through the press before being individually finished with delicate watercolour. Printed on Fabriano Tiepolo White 290gsm paper using Flint water-based ink. Each piece is signed and editioned in pencil by the artist.
Limited Edition - 10 (signed and numbered)
Completed - 2023
Playing Games is an original oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 3 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. Each day in June, artists are given a theme to spark inspiration — and for this piece, Ashleigh chose her son Luke as the subject, capturing the joy and imagination of childhood through a playful dress-up portrait.
Set against a deep green backdrop, Luke’s quirky costume and expressive pose radiate personality, humour, and charm. The painting balances fun with tenderness, highlighting the innocence of make-believe while also celebrating the boundless creativity children bring into everyday life. It is both a portrait of her son and a universal reminder of the magic found in play.
The original painting is still available, along with fine art prints. Each print is signed and dated by the artist, produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to ensure lasting quality and depth of colour.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
THIS ARTWORK IS NOT FRAMED
The Goal is an original oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 14 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The piece presents a crisp denim pocket, filled boldly with both cash and paintbrushes, set against a deep green background.
The imagery is playful yet purposeful — the brushes representing artistic practice and creativity, while the clearly visible money points to ambition and the dream of sustaining a career in the arts. Together, they create a symbolic still life that blends practicality with aspiration, highlighting the everyday tools and goals that fuel the artist’s journey.
The original painting is still available, and fine art prints can also be collected. Each print is signed and dated by Ashleigh Ritchie and produced on archival cotton rag paper, ensuring lasting richness of colour and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
The Way Back is an oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 16 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The work depicts a richly painted green wooden door, its surface marked by age and wear, with a warm bronze handle and keyhole at its centre. The composition draws the eye toward the suggestion of something hidden just beyond, inviting curiosity about what lies behind.
The deep, earthy greens contrast with the warm metallic tones of the handle, creating a sense of mystery and nostalgia. There is a tactile quality to the work — the uneven textures of the door, the worn edges, and the sense of passage all suggest stories long held within. The play of shadow and colour enhances the depth, pulling the viewer into the quiet drama of a threshold not yet crossed.
Through this piece, Ashleigh captures the symbolism of doors as both barriers and invitations. The Way Back speaks to memory, transition, and the spaces we leave behind yet long to revisit. It is an artwork that resonates with themes of curiosity and the pull of the past, offering a moment of reflection on the paths we choose and the ones we might return to.
The original artwork is available, and limited edition fine art prints can also be purchased. Each print is signed and dated by the artist, produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to preserve the richness of colour and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
Rolly Polly Lamb by Ashleigh Ritchie is a joyful original woodcut print, capturing the playful spirit of a fluffy lamb tumbling among tall daisies. Its little body curls and rolls in carefree delight, with an expression of innocent curiosity that embodies the lighthearted essence of springtime in the countryside.
The bold black lines of the woodcut carving give the lamb and flowers a strong, graphic presence. Without added colour, the striking contrast of ink on paper highlights the textures and details of the carving — from the lively marks in the meadow to the soft, rounded forms of the lamb’s fleece. This simplicity allows the strength of the linework and the character of the carving to shine.
At its heart, this artwork is a celebration of simple joys and youthful play. Rolly Polly Lamb invites viewers into a world of warmth and wonder, where the smallest creature can embody freedom and delight. Ashleigh Ritchie’s hand-carved detail and playful style make this piece both endearing and timeless.
Dimension - A4 210 x 297 mm
Original Woodcut
Designed and hand-carved by Ashleigh Ritchie, this artwork was carefully inked and hand-turned through the press to create a bold, black-and-white impression. Printed on Fabriano Tiepolo White 290gsm paper using Flint water-based ink. Each piece is signed and editioned in pencil by the artist.
Limited Edition - 10 (signed and numbered)
Completed - 2023
Lazy Hazy Days is a self-portrait by Ashleigh Ritchie, painted for Day 9 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. Capturing a relaxed summer mood, Ashleigh depicts herself in oversized sunglasses and a deep green sunhat, framed by hazy golden brushstrokes that evoke sunlight and warmth.
The loose, painterly background contrasts with the sharper details of the face, glasses, and flowing hair, balancing between realism and abstraction. The result is a playful yet contemplative piece — an artist stepping into her own subject matter, reflecting both personality and presence.
The original painting is available, and limited edition fine art prints can also be collected. Each print is signed and dated by the artist, produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper for lasting quality and depth of colour.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
THIS ARTWORK IS NOT FRAMED
Waimakariri River Sunset, is an oil painting on paper by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 29 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The work captures the Waimakariri River as it glows beneath a tranquil sunset sky, rendered with soft, warm hues that illuminate the serene scene.
The composition emphasizes the reflective flow of the river, its surface catching the fading light as it meanders through the landscape. Gentle brushstrokes and layered colour convey both calm and movement, evoking a moment of quiet transition from day to evening.
Through Waimakariri River Sunset, Ashleigh invites viewers into a contemplative pause — a chance to breathe in the peaceful resonance of natural rhythms and place.
The original artwork is still available. Each piece is signed and dated by the artist, and limited edition fine art prints are produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to preserve the subtle vibrancy, fluidity, and depth of the oil medium.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade watercolours on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to preserve the subtle transparency, luminosity, and delicate detail of the medium.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Completed - 2023
Frame Not Included
Protected Too Late is an intaglio print by Ashleigh Ritchie, created in response to the fragility of New Zealand’s native birdlife. The work depicts a bird’s leg found washed ashore, its fine black feathers and tuft of white carefully preserved in memory through etching.
The composition contrasts the fragility of feathers and bone with the weight of human hands, capturing both tenderness and loss. Through delicate linework and rich tonal etching, the print evokes a quiet reflection on the vulnerability of wildlife and the urgency of protecting it before it’s too late.
Each print is hand-pulled on archival Fabriano Tiepolo 290gsm paper using Charbonnel carbon black etching ink. As an original hand-inked and pressed work, every impression carries subtle variations, making each piece unique.
The edition is strictly limited to 8 prints only. The original zinc plate is no longer in use. Prints are signed, numbered, and produced to honour both the printmaking craft and the fragile subjects it preserves.
Limited Edition – 8 (signed and numbered)
Dimension -Paper - 280x280mm, Imagery - 240x240mm
Completed - 2022
PRINT ONLY, NOT FRAMED
In the Style of René Magritte, is an oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 22 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. Inspired by René Magritte’s Untitled (Woman’s Face Covered by a Rose), the work features Lily with a single flower obscuring her face, blending surrealism with Ashleigh’s contemporary portraiture.
The composition plays with mystery and identity, inviting the viewer to engage with the tension between concealment and presence. The delicate integration of the flower with Lily’s features echoes Magritte’s signature style, while Ashleigh’s careful brushwork and nuanced colour palette bring warmth and intimacy to the piece.
Through this artwork, Ashleigh explores the interplay between whimsy, imagination, and the enigmatic qualities of portraiture, creating a striking fusion of classic surrealism and personal narrative.
The original artwork is still available. Each piece is signed and dated by the artist, produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper for prints, preserving the richness of colour and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
Night Owls is an oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 19 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The work depicts Ashleigh and her young son, Luke, seated together on the bed, gazing out through open curtains into the quiet of the night. Painted in soft, muted tones, the scene captures a tender moment of wakefulness — one filled with stillness, comfort, and shared wonder.
The gentle glow beyond the window contrasts with the darker interior, creating a moody atmosphere that feels both intimate and contemplative. The setting of the bed grounds the piece in domestic familiarity, while the open curtains suggest both vulnerability and curiosity — a world beyond, glimpsed in the silence of night. This balance between the private and the expansive makes the painting resonate with a quiet emotional weight.
Through Night Owl, Ashleigh reflects on the small but profound moments of parenthood: the late-night hours when the world is hushed, and connection feels at its deepest. It is at once personal and universal, inviting viewers to share in that fragile, fleeting pause.
The original artwork is still available, and limited edition fine art prints are also offered. Each print is signed and dated by the artist, produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to preserve the richness of tone and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
NZ Native Weka – Intaglio Print Series is a collection of original etchings by Ashleigh Ritchie, created between 2015–2022. The works explore the inquisitive and bold spirit of the weka, a ground-dwelling bird well-known across New Zealand for its cheeky personality.
Through finely etched linework and hand-applied watercolour, the series captures both the character and intricate details of the bird — from full studies of its stance and feathers to intimate portraits of its eye, beak, and foot. Each image reflects the curiosity and resilience of the species, whose presence remains a lively part of Aotearoa’s natural heritage.
The original printing plates are no longer in production. Each edition is hand-coloured, signed, dated, and numbered by the artist, making every piece unique. Limited to just 10 impressions per imagery, these prints preserve the individuality and rarity of the traditional intaglio process.
Limited edition prints are produced on archival Fabriano Tiepolo White 290gsm paper using Charbonnel Carbon Black etching ink, with delicate watercolour accents that enhance the tonal depth and texture of the medium.
Limited Edition - 10 (signed and numbered)
Dimension - Paper - 190x280mm, Imagery - 206x145mm
Feather Studies - Paper - 140x280mm, Imagery - 174x205mm
Completed - 2015-22
PRINT ONLY, NOT FRAMED
A River, is an oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 27 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The work depicts the Ashburton River, capturing its flowing waters and natural surroundings with a moody, atmospheric touch.
The composition emphasizes the river’s quiet strength, with soft brushwork and layered tones conveying both movement and stillness. The interplay of light and shadow across the water reflects the ever-changing moods of the landscape, creating a scene that feels both grounded and contemplative.
Through A River, Ashleigh reflects on the beauty of New Zealand’s natural spaces, inviting viewers to pause and appreciate the serenity found within familiar landscapes.
The original artwork is still available. Each piece is signed and dated by the artist, and limited edition fine art prints are produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to preserve the richness of colour and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade watercolours on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to preserve the subtle transparency, luminosity, and delicate detail of the medium.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Completed - 2023
Beach Bunny, is an oil painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 8 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The work depicts Lily, the artist’s daughter, walking along the sand at Campbell Bay Reserve, wearing a pretty pink dress.
The composition captures the innocence and joy of childhood, highlighting Lily’s small figure against the soft textures of sand and the subtle tones of the beach. The warm, delicate colours of her dress contrast gently with the natural surroundings, emphasizing her presence and the carefree spirit of the moment.
Through Beach Bunny, Ashleigh reflects on the fleeting beauty of childhood and the quiet wonder found in simple outdoor moments, creating a tender and nostalgic portrayal of time spent by the sea.
The original artwork is still available. Each piece is signed and dated by the artist, and limited edition fine art prints are produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to preserve the richness of colour and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade oil paints on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to ensure lasting beauty, richness of colour, and depth of detail.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
Lake Oahu, is a watercolour painting by Ashleigh Ritchie, created for Day 11 of the Rangiora Art Society’s annual 30-day challenge. The work depicts the family bach under a soft purple sky, capturing the quiet charm and warmth of the building against the gentle backdrop of evening light.
The composition focuses on the intimate character of the bach, highlighting its simple lines and the subtle interplay of light and colour. The soft washes of watercolour create a tender, atmospheric scene that evokes calm and familiarity.
Through Lake Oahu, Ashleigh reflects on the comfort and beauty of family spaces, creating a quiet, contemplative portrayal of a beloved place.
The original artwork is still available. Each piece is signed and dated by the artist, and limited edition fine art prints are produced on archival ILFORD Galerie textured cotton rag 310gsm paper to preserve the richness of colour and detail.
Original Painting
Hand-painted and signed by Ashleigh Ritchie, using high-quality, artist-grade watercolours on fine art paper. Each original is crafted with care to preserve the subtle transparency, luminosity, and delicate detail of the medium.
Size – A4 - 210 x 297 mm
Signed & Dated - Ashleigh Ritchie
“The pull toward art has always been strong, and in 2023 I took the leap to become a full-time artist. It’s a career that can be rewarding, frustrating, joyous, and terrifying all at once—but I can’t imagine my life without it.
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