Biography
Ruth Killoran is a full time painter and sculptor living in Christchurch.
Ruth was born and lived her formative years in Liverpool, UK, attending Liverpool Art College for 2 years and then completing a BA(Hons) in 3D design at Teesside University.
She worked as a commercial interior designer in and around the London area before moving to New Zealand in 2006.
1980 -1981
TBID (Technician of the British Institute of Interior Design) Liverpool College of Art UK
1983 -1985
BA(Hons) in 3 Dimensional Design Teesside University UK
1986 – 2005
Commercial interior designer for large corporate UK companies
2006
Emigrated to New Zealand
2007
Began to carve New Zealand stone
2008
Began selling work at Christchurch Arts Centre
2009
Began to exhibit sculptures and paintings throughout New Zealand
Ruth has always liked to interpret the way she feels through drawing and painting.
Coming to live in New Zealand introduced her to sculpting stone which was a revelation and a whole new world opened up for her creativity..
She loves the spontaneity of painting, letting the flow of paint dictate the forms that gradually emerge.
Stone carving evolves in a similar manner, taking pleasure in creating flowing lines and shadows, hoping to create an emotional connection with the viewer.
Ruth is gaining a reputation for producing intriguing, original work and exhibits regularly in New Zealand, winning awards here and overseas.
