the art of showing up
WORKSHOP
This is about showing up for your ideas, your story, and your work not perfectly, but intentionally. We take what lives in your head and turn it into something people can actually see, feel, and connect with on social media.
The Art of Showing Up
A creative storytelling + content workshop | Inspiring Design Studios
Held inside the iconic walls of the Dunedin Railway Station at the beautiful Otago Art Society this is where creativity meets action.
23rd August | 11:00am - 1pm | 90 minutes ending with refreshments + networking
28th August | 6:00pm-8:00pm | 90 minutes ending with refreshments + networking
This workshop is about showing up for your ideas, your story, and your work not perfectly, but intentionally. We take what lives in your head and turn it into something people can actually see, feel, and connect with.
VISUALS
Discover how to unlock your phone’s camera like a creative tool, not just a device. Learn how to:
Maximise your phone’s camera features
Capture content that tells a story, not just a snapshot
Build simple, engaging visual storylines from everyday moments
Master the basics first, because strong visuals always start simple.
SOCIAL MEDIA
No overwhelm. No fluff. Just clarity.
Learn our favourite platforms and why they work
Understand what actually creates connection (not just reach)
Turn ideas into content that feels real, not forced
Write captions that sound like you, not an algorithm
SEO
Make your content easier to find and harder to ignore.
Understand how SEO actually works (in real language)
Create content around your keywords and audience intent
Learn how captions can support visibility and sales
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Practical tools you can use immediately
Simple frameworks for content creation
Caption writing support that converts ideas into clarity
SEO foundations for creative businesses and portfolios
Real examples, real application, real results
The Art of showing up Toolkit - with 2+ hours of online lessons.
This is not about becoming perfect online.
It’s about learning how to show up with intention and let your work speak before you do.
If you are an Otago Art Society member, this workshop is discounted by 50% . Please use the member code at checkout to secure your spot.
Workshop limited to 15people
Nga mihi Ngahuia for our consultation this morning. Firstly your inspiration and encouragement is beyound anything I've had before in the digital design/marketing space. Your sharing of your matauranga is appreciated, Your patience is a virtue not many people hold. Thank you so much for setting me on the right path and keeping me focused. Lastly thank you for our modern, edgy and sexy branding. I can't wait to work with you moving forward in the next stages of growing my little empire. I would/have recommended you to anyone. "Mā mua ka kite a muri, mā muri ka ora a mua. Leadership and fellowship are both essential for success
testimonials
Had such a great time meeting and talking with Ngahuia, her passion for her work and love for creative people ignited even more passion in me for own creative work and practice.