Ruth Speer

Painter

Birth Year 1996

Birthplace England

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About

British-born German-American artist known for painting images of fantastical and imaginary beings. Her work involves female figures, antique costumes, botany and self portraiture. She often shares her process of painting etherial figures on her septemberwildflowers Instagram account. She has amassed more than 200,000 followers on her account.

Before Fame

She studied painting with an art history minor.

Trivia

Much of her work was inspired by children's books. She told her followers her "biggest dream is to live in a forest tower with lots of books where no one can find me." She incorporates symbolism in her paintings to articulate allegories. 

Family Life

Her mother was a graphic designer. As a child, she would draw with her mother and sisters. She relocated from England to Oregon. 

Associated With

She respects artists like Minnie SmallFran Meneses and Sha'an d'Anthes.