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Ruth Petersen combines her skill as a weaver and ceramicist to create intricate, structural pieces with a fragility that reflects the social and political issues which inspire her creativity.
Weaving with wire, Petersen treats each ‘structure’ with ceramic slip before kiln firing the delicate structures she has woven. The heat creates beautiful textures within the ceramic layer as well as disruption of the wire.
Fascinated with the response of different metals within the kiln, she explores the distortions and fragmentation of her original pieces to express the human experience of life and our environment.
While infused with social and political commentary, each piece is a miniature work of art, reflecting the skill of a Master craftsperson constantly pushing material boundaries to tell a unique story in craft.
Graduating in textiles from Carmarthenshire School of Art, Ruth Petersen completed her MA at the University of Wales Trinity St David's Swansea School of Art in 2023 and was selected to showcase her work at New Designers 2023 and the National Eisteddfod of Wales.
In addition to her work featured here, you can find more inspiration from her gallery of notable projects and previous commissions above.
If you would like to find out more or commission a piece from Ruth, please enquire below and she will contact you for a no obligation conversation.
Commission a bespoke piece from Ruth Petersen
As well as buying from our existing collection of exquisite, one-off designs made by Ruth Petersen, you can also commission your own unique pieces.
We truly believe that nothing compares to having your own personalised work of art created to your exact specifications – made by the best makers in Wales, drawing not only from unique traditions of craftsmanship but also on unequalled skills and innovation.
Any item you buy from Ruth will be unlike any other, because it hasn’t been machine-made on a factory floor, but lovingly crafted over many hours and shaped by her. Furthermore, it will have the added, enduring value of being able to shape your own personal story through its making.
More than just ceramics
Ruth has her own distinct style, bringing her weaving techniques and ceramic artistry to bring her own powerful and personal creativity, expertise and vision to each piece she makes - a living heirloom that will be passed down through generations, to be treasured forever.
By commissioning a bespoke item from her, you aren’t simply buying an exquisite piece of ceramic art: you are also engaging in a collaborative process, beginning a relationship with your her that adds an extra dimension to the final piece. And by choosing to work with an emerging artist, you will have the satisfaction of investing in new talent and helping her to grow her business.
If you would like to discuss an idea or project with Ruth Petersen, please complete the form below and Ruth will contact you for a no obligation conversation.
