Ruth is a multidisciplinary visionary artist with a style that blends vibrant, mosaic-like patterns and abstract forms, creating compelling pieces that are rich in symbolism and storytelling.

Can  you tell us a  bit about your practice as a visual artist?

I’m a multidisciplinary artist, a photographer, painter/muralist and a sculptor. My art combines vibrant, mosaic-like patterns with abstract forms to tell stories about hope, redemption, and faith. I also create sculptures from discarded materials like paper boxes, bringing sustainability into my practice. For me, it’s all about telling meaningful stories and creating work that connects with people on a deeper level.

Why do you create?

Art is my way of exploring and expressing faith, and spirituality. It’s also about bringing beauty and hope into spaces. The ‘mission-accomplished’ moment for me is when people enjoy my works, hence my profound interest in public art. I don’t believe it is fair to make artworks and keep them inside my studio, people should see, get inspired and enjoy them.

What changes would you like to see in the arts sector?

I’d love to see more opportunities for BAME group and underrepresented voices to shine, especially in public art spaces. There’s so much talent out there that doesn’t always get the platform it deserves.

How has the UNBOUND development and mentoring programme, about creating art for public spaces, impacted your own outlook and your creativity?

The UNBOUND programme has been a game-changer for me. It’s opened my eyes to what’s possible with public art and mural painting, how you can create work that people don’t just see, but experience. It’s also pushed me to think more about how my art interacts with the environment and the people who engage with it. The mentoring aspect has been incredible too, having a renowned Artist like Meghan (Peachzz) has given me the confidence to see myself as someone who can create mural work for bigger, public-facing projects.

What are your future aspirations as a visual artist and have you got anything coming up you’d like to share?

I want to keep growing as an artist, pushing the boundaries of what I can do and exploring more public art projects. I’d love to create larger-scale, interactive sculptures that inspire people and make them think. My solo exhibition is coming up in February at Madeke Gallery and I’m so excited to be sharing some of my work.