Rich Armstrong
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My phone rang once. Then twice.
November 12, 2024
Join me as I chat with Chris on the TapTapKaboom podcast and share my doodling adventures!
S P A C E
October 8, 2024
I'm making space in my life for creativity and connection through live classes and intentional decluttering.
Heaters on. Goodbye Summer 👋
September 13, 2024
Reflecting on a wonderful summer and gearing up for a free live Bullet Journaling class!
Have I Been Here Before?
July 15, 2024
I was going to ride home without using Google Maps...
Want to make better websites?
June 6, 2024
I’ve launched my TapTapKaboom community. It’s where I’m gathering a bunch of people who want to learn to make better websites.
🥳 The Beginner’s Guide to NFTs is out!!!
June 3, 2024
Let me make Monday better for you!!! The Beginner’s Guide to NFTs is out. Become a yellow-belt NFT ninja with this beginner's guide to creating and selling NFTs in a pay-what-you-like scenario.
It’s Never the Perfect Time
May 27, 2024
The weather was sunny with a cool breeze. Perfect for a trip into Amsterdam. Learn why imperfect action beats waiting for perfection every time.
Don’t Drop My Baby
May 22, 2024
Seeking feedback on creative work feels like entrusting someone with your baby for the first time. Learning to accept and act on feedback is a skill that requires humility and a mindset shift, treating work as always in progress. Rich takes you through the benefits of feedback
This book has made me go all in on Creative Living. Let me explain..
May 1, 2024
There’s this book "Big Magic" by Elizabeth Gilbert. It’s awesome. One of the things it explores is creative living. Which has resulted in a profound shift. I’m no longer seeing myself as a creative professional. I’m opting instead for the title entrepreneur. Here’s my thinking behind this change.
RIP TapTapKaboom: A Man Has a New Name
April 8, 2024
Splitting TapTapKaboom from Rich Armstrong. Rich shares how he came to the decision to rebirth TapTapKaboom as an online tech school, and what he’s going to call himself now.
3 Big Things
March 25, 2024
This edition is all about big things. But 3 in particular: a big auction launch, an Adobe live event, and my wife's audio stories.
Focus is Power 💪
February 29, 2024
Focus is powerful. After ditching a bunch of other stuff I smashed my deadline to produce a Procreate Dreams class for Skillshare, after which I finished off my LIMINA art project.
Backwards
October 24, 2023
TapTapKaboom discusses his creative journey, including transitioning from product design to teaching and creating art, and now back to client work. He emphasises the importance of aligning with one’s purpose.
This Is the End
September 25, 2023
An artist's experience at a market research conference and insights on pursuing one's passion.
There’s ONLY 4000 weeks!?
August 25, 2023
The email covers the realization of life's brevity, the impact of a book called "Four Thousand Weeks," embracing discipline, and updates on the sender's projects and interests.
Procreate Animation v2 class is LIVE!!!
July 28, 2023
New class on Procreate Animation is finally live on Skillshare after a year-long battle to finish it! Wohooooo!!
I have no momentum
July 4, 2023
Updates on my recent vacation, adulting tasks, creative projects, and upcoming events including NFT sessions and live discussions.
Skillshare Live Reminder
June 14, 2023
Hey! It’s 24 hours until I kick off How Creatives Can Use NFTs To Grow Their Earnings. If you have questions about NFTs, blockchain, wallets, smart...
Details for my first Skillshare live NFT class
June 6, 2023
Learn how to use NFTs to grow your earnings at my Skillshare live class on June 15th, with technical guidance, set up tips, and a Q&A session.
6 Days in Barcelona
May 26, 2023
I never think I’m in a rut. I never think I need a rest, a vacation, or time off. I tend to carry on. But then! when I do take some time off it’s like, “Oh...
Every. Single. Day.
April 20, 2023
I’ve been recording videos for the remake of my Procreate Animation class this week. I’ve been recording about 2 videos per day. Which is different to how...
Space For Feelings
April 5, 2023
I was crying at the end of the series. And for the next three days I was sad. And not just any kind of sad. My heart was sore. And heavy. It wasn’t some...
Honestly…
March 26, 2023
So, I have ADHD. I also have a drive to do awesome things and achieve big things. It feels great to finish big projects and amaze people and push myself....
Accepting Your Limitations
March 8, 2023
I received so many responses and encouragement after the last email I sent out. Thank you! It means a ton. I’m glad that my vulnerability and authenticity...
Successfully You
February 26, 2023
I’ve very seldom found myself fitting in. I’ve struggled being truly myself my entire life—especially with people who aren’t my family. When I had my kid...
One of the Biggest Things I’ve Ever Done
February 19, 2023
One of the biggest things I’ve ever done, and ever wanted to do, was to write a book that a publisher publishes—because I have self-published and it’s not...
In The Year 2022...
February 12, 2023
Imagine going into a coma in early 2022 and waking up one year later. AI is in the news every day. Copywriters have been replaced with AI. Artists have been...
Paperlike Instgram Takeover!
June 6, 2022
Hey 👋 We’re taking over Paperlike’s Instagram this week. Who are they? They’re an awesome iPad accessory company. And their best product? Their iPad screen...
📹 I’m on Adobe Live this week!
May 22, 2022
Hey 👋 I’m gonna be on Adobe Live this week! I’d love you to join me—I think the time fits pretty well for most of the world. Details below 👇 Day 1 – May...
📕 The Perfect 100 Day Project Book Is Out!
May 18, 2022
Hello! The Perfect 100 Day Project is finally out for you to get your hands on! It would’ve been perfect if I could’ve sent this email 100 days ago—right...
Two 100 Day Project Stories
March 23, 2022
Hello 👋 I am delighted (and a bit giddy) to share the first 2 stories on my100dp.com. I love how different these two stories are, and how doing a 100 Day...
Do You Have a 100 Day Project Story To Share?
February 7, 2022
Hey! So it’s just under 1 week until The 100 Day Project 2022 kicks off—that’s Feb 13 FYI—whoop!! I know there are many reasons why people haven’t done a 100...
Hello 2022. Hello my new book!
February 1, 2022
Hello 2022 and hello you 👋 I’ve eased into this year. We’re taking things a lot slower these days. Life with our 14 month old daughter is never predictable,...
Goodbye 2021 👋 Hello 2022
December 21, 2021
Hey 👋 It’s almost the end of the year. It’s a great time to look back, rest, and plan for the year ahead. It’s been a crazy year for me! I... Moved house 3...
New Class! Productivity Basics 💪
November 24, 2021
Hey! I’ve got a new class. It’s all about productivity basics. And it’s something I have recent personal experience with. Once I had finished writing The...
A Conference, a Summit, and a Festival
November 15, 2021
Hey! The word “Conference” is boring right!? But a well-put-together conferences (even a digital one) is anything but boring. My favourite conference ever...
TapTapKaboom Is in Motion
November 4, 2021
Hey 👋 I’ve returned to the life of creating and class making. I’m in motion! Things are getting done. YouTube videos are being published! Vlogs are being...
Hello Again 👋
October 19, 2021
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📢 FREE Workshop! Happening VERY soon!
June 24, 2021
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Now Serving Creative Workouts 🍦
June 3, 2021
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A New Class: 5 Minute Creative Workouts 💪
May 17, 2021
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Practice Your Creativity + New Class!
May 16, 2021
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Draw What You Think You Want
May 6, 2021
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Your Sketchbook Is a Tool
April 29, 2021
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Collaborate on Something Fun! A Super Long Exquisite Corpse!
April 19, 2021
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Collaborate on Something Fun! A Super Long Exquisite Corpse!
April 19, 2021
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Plan Your Future Live Session. You’re Invited
March 17, 2021
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📅 March 18 Live Session & Other News
February 25, 2021
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📢 Productivity WITH Purpose
February 3, 2021
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📢 Productivity WITH Purpose
February 1, 2021
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