Since 2020, Storm began tattooing variations of "The Cool People" and "The Cool Cats" for clients at her West Village Private Studio and Storm Ritter Gallery in Meatpacking. As of summer 2024, Storm is offering artist authenticated tattoo designs for clients to purchase for their tattoo artists.

Early 2014, I discovered a truly unique soul, Frank Andrews. Perhaps one of the best influences of my lifetime, he became not only a teacher but a tethered friend. We had a serendipitous strange meeting, but that is both of our styles (much like many of his friends I imagine.) I came across his name in a book and dropped him a line, not for a reading, but to ask him why I felt the way I felt. I left him the most wacky voicemail. Truly I just knew I needed to meet him. Oddly e

Learn about the inspiration for the fine art featuring, "The Cool Cat."

Months back I knew I wanted to make this video, and thanks to the incredible talents of Rude In Blaq , a plan came to fruition. Song, "Queen of Cool" by my friend, Strange Majik , and cameo by studio cat Velvet. We become what we repeatedly do. I’m Storm Ritter –– everything I do, is my art. And as the conductor of my own life, each day is opening night. One foot in the past, one foot in the present, Nostalgia rules my heart; Passion rules the mind; But above all, I’m all abo

"Express light, not the physical phenomenon, but the only light that really exists, that in the artist's brain..." This is a quote from Matisse in 1945, and fuck does this resonate! Found it to be so comforting while heavy simultaneously. What a beautiful way to express spirituality of an artist. Same day I read this I had an aura photograph taken, and I endlessly inspired to believe in my own power even more. Maybe a nudge to the ego, but hey we all need that. Especially mo

The flow is real in the studio. Produced around the same time, these three new pieces are additions to my 2021 series of esoteric surrealistic paintings. These are either foundations or features for an eventual tarot card deck, perhaps to be created years from now.

Queen of the universe! A personal take at the tarot card arcana, The Hierophant. There's a retro quality in this piece, brought forth by color choice. The use of gold on the canvas sides and in the piece add a touch of pure mysticism. I absolutely love the upward movement and silhouette of a castle, giving the piece a sense of otherworldly magic. Personally this piece brings me a lot of hope, moreover, belief in my own power.

Where the hell did the time go this year. We are now in the middle of August and change is a'brewing. Feel like I always say that change is on the horizon, but I really feel it now. Perhaps it's all the recent drama in my life or just the overwhelming and endless stress of Covid. But, there's something to be said for mental health. Right now, trying to hone in all the energy that I exude. There's business Storm, artist Storm, and human Storm -- these three pillars in my pers

These photos were taken a couple of years ago at my home studio by photographer, Kim Souzy. It's a perfect visual timestamp on my creative transition of design and mindset. A chaotic cornucopia of clothing –– an end of an era, but the start of renewal. Sometimes looking back at older photos becomes such an education about your own persona. I'm exactly the same, but 100% different today. Evolution is change, but it's really more about embracing the cumulative collections of se

When I look in the mirror, I try to look as though I'm looking at a photo of myself from a year ago. You know what I'm referring to -- that crazy brain fuck where you wish you appreciated everything about that moment and yourself more. If you are the same person you were a year ago, you’re not growing. Obviously last year at this time, we were all chaotic versions of ourselves. But what’s thrilling is now we have the control to live differently.What's so motivating is the fa

Spending time reflecting upon choices, chances, & changes; it’s so easy to be emotionally influenced — yet so compelling to use every type of energy to empower your path. Past few days, I've felt a tad distracted by energies and paths that weren't my own. Took time this Sunday to reflect during my run and regroup my thoughts for new paintings and stories to tell. The best inspiration comes from yourself, so taking time to look within is so BIG. Writing is a huge outlet, rooti

Dress for the soul — with my Hungarian gypsy roots, there’s no questioning my love for headscarves & esoteric vibes. The older the get the more I feel a connection to old world practices, elevating my search for the divine in my artwork. Currently working on a new body of work, but taking a moment to reflect. Also spent a few hours on the roof suntanning the other day and my soul felt fire!