Connect, grow, and thrive with fellow creatives

Our Community

Our Mission:

To nurture and amplify the creative spark of every freelancer, helping them to build sustainable habits, overcome creative challenges, and connect with a community of like minded individuals.

Ember & Bloom exists to inspire creativity, foster collaboration, and provide the tools, resources, and support that creatives need to flourish.

Upcoming Classes

Studio Sessions

Welcome to the studio - pull up a chair, we saved you a spot.

This event has no agenda, no teaching, no need to have your creative life sorted. This is an open door to pop in, say hi, and share what's going on in your creative world right now.

There is no script, just creative conversation with people who understand the journey.

Next Class:
Every First Tuesday Of The Month
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From Burnout To Balance - A Workshop For Sustainable Creativity

This is a FREE event and is open to everyone - you don't need to be a member.

From Burnout to Balance is a collaborative workshop for creative freelancers ready to reclaim their energy and find a sustainable rhythm.

Together, we'll explore how to support your body, mind and creative spirit so you can do your best work without burning out.

Next Class:
Thursday 26th March 10.00AM - 11.30AM NZDT
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The Power Of Rest - Redefining Rest As Part Of Your Creative Process

Rest isn't a luxury, it's essential for your wellbeing and creativity.

In this restorative session with Nicola, Ember and Bloom's yoga and meditation coach, we'll explore what rest really is, the different types your nervous system craves, and how to restore yourself beyond just sleep.
Next Class:
Monday 13th April 8.00AM - 9.00AM NZST
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Rest Rituals For Creatives - How To Master The Transition Between Work And Rest

As creatives, we're great at starting, but sometimes terrible at stopping😅

We close our laptops and keep thinking about projects. We finish for the day but never really transition out of work mode. Intentional rest rituals help us make that transition between work and rest by signaling the brain that that work day is done!
Next Class:
Tuesday 21st April 8.00-9.00AM NZST
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Fueling The Creative Fire - Energy Management For Creatives

Great work flows from feeling nourished, energized, and fully present.

In this interactive session with Elise, Ember and Bloom's fitness and nutrition coach, we'll explore how to fuel your body and mind so you can show up for your creative work with clarity, focus, and sustainable energy.
Next Class:
Thursday 14th May - 10.00 - 11.00AM NZST
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Breaking Your Own Creative Rules - Permission To Experiment, Pivot And Evolve As A Creative

Your creative practice is meant to grow, shift, and surprise you, but only if you let it.

This session is about breaking free. I'll take you inside my own creative transformation, the messy, slow, sometimes very uncomfortable journey of letting my work evolve. Then you'll map your own path forward: where you want to be, what's blocking you, and the brave experiments that will get you there.
Next Class:
Tuesday 19th May - 8.00AM - 9.00AM NZST
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The Heart of Creative Wellbeing

Unlock Potential
We get it, you’ve got big creative dreams, and we’re here to help you make them happen. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to step into your next big thing, Ember & Bloom gives you the tools, guidance, and support to unlock your full potential.
Mindfulness
Creativity thrives in the present moment. We’re all about slowing down and tuning in, so you can focus, feel more grounded, and let the good ideas (and times) flow. Mindfulness helps you work smarter, not harder, because burn out is not a flex!
Inspiration
Feeling uninspired? We've all been there. But Ember & Blooms got just the cure. From fresh ideas to creative prompts and challenges, we fuel the fire of inspiration so you can keep your creative spark alive, burn bright and be bold!
Growth
Creativity and well being is a journey and if you're ready to level up, well obviously you have come to the right place. We’ve got the resources and the community to help you grow, at your own pace. Because when you’re constantly evolving, so is your work.
Creative Exploration
Creativity is meant to be fun right? Explore, experiment, be curious and see where your creativity takes you. Whether it’s a wild new project or a quirky new medium, the more you explore, the more you’ll discover about yourself and your creative potential. Ember & Bloom provides endless options for experimentation and play.
Community Connection
Creativity is way more fun when you’ve got a squad! Join a community of freelancers who get it, share wild ideas, celebrate the small wins, and have each other’s backs through what can be a roller coaster ride of a journey. We are here for it all!!
Balance
No more choosing between your work and your well-being. We help you find that sweet spot where creativity and life coexist, so you can not only get stuff done without burning out but you can even take time to enjoy the process, that's a win if you ask us.
Hey, I’m Nikki

My creative journey has taken me through many forms, photography, art direction, interior design, and furniture upcycling, but my first love was always food and cooking, a lifelong obsession. Most recently, you’d find me behind the lens as a product photographer, capturing stories for brands that embrace bold, playful aesthetics, just like I do (in case you couldn’t tell).

But creativity isn’t just what I do, it’s who I am. And like so many freelancers, I’ve experienced the full spectrum, feeling inspired and in flow one moment, burnt out the next, and everything in between.

After 10 years as a freelance creative, I’ve learned that creativity and wellbeing aren’t separate, they’re intertwined, each fueling the other. I’ve also discovered what it takes to build a sustainable creative career without sacrificing yourself in the process.

That’s why I created Ember & Bloom. As a creative coach, I guide freelancers through the parts of this journey that no one prepares you for, boundaries, balance, mindset shifts, and the practices that help you sustain your creativity long-term.

This is a space where creatives can come together without judgment, be open about their experiences, support one another, and grow in ways that feel true to them. No pressure to fit someone else’s version of success, just a community built on honesty, encouragement, and the understanding that the ups and downs are all part of the process.

I’m here to share what I’ve learned, cheer you on, and create a space where we can all thrive together.

It’s a pleasure to be part of your journey.

Thank you for being here.

Featured Contributors

Nicola Gill
Hi, I’m Nicola. I am a certified yoga teacher and mindfulness facilitator who has been sharing yoga since 2004 in a warm, nurturing way, supporting students to feel calm, balanced, and connected to themselves. My classes help people build strength, ease stress, find clarity, and feel more present both on and off the mat. I create restorative spaces to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect.

Elise Stewart
Hi, I’m Elise! A Holistic Nutrition & Exercise Coach with a big focus on wellness and recovery. I believe energy is freedom, with it, we become unstoppable. I help people break free from burnout and the tired-but-wired cycle by creating nourishing daily habits that support their body and mind, so they always have the energy they need to do what lights them up and brings them joy!
Jen Gautier
Hi I’m Jen! I’m a Mindset Mentor and Emotional Freedom Coach who supports those navigating self
doubt, overwhelm and frustration – especially when that inner voice is holding them back. I focus on unhooking
you from limiting beliefs and carefully guide you through powerful mindset shifts, emotional releases and
identity work so that you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and calm.