Artist Bio
Ruth Reese
Working primarily with red earthenware and porcelain, Ruth’s work is an expression of the richness of the medium. She explores the fluidity of identity by blending the human form with plant and animal, creating surreal sculpture and vessels. Through character and narrative she is able to explore more philosophical questions. Ruth takes true satisfaction in her work that seeks to be both challenging and beautiful. Ruth Reese holds an MFA in Sculpture (2002) from Washington University and a BA (1997) from Loyola University. She currently teaches at Maryville University and St. Louis Community College but has taught extensively across the bi-state region. Exhibiting locally and nationally, her work has been in shows such as Red Heat and Visions in Clay. She has been published in “500 Raku”, “500 Platters”, “Mourning: A Buddhist Ritual Comes to America” and “A is for…”. Most recently she has curated “Feat of Clay” at PHD Gallery in 2011.
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