About the Artist: Ruth M Bass
A contemporary artist dedicated to redefining the artistic landscape. My latest work blends delicate watercolor washes with my passion for photography and a deep sense of regional nostalgia.
Through these innovative designs, I challenge viewers to question the boundaries between reality and imagination.
“For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of being mentored by the internationally acclaimed artist Hollis Chatelain.”
Fabric art, photography and painting
I have specialized in fabric art, photography, and painting. Notable fabric art pieces of mine have appeared in two books:
- Design Explorations for the Creative Quilter by Katie Pasquini Masopust
- Quilting in the Morning Calm by Shirley MacGregor and Sheila Steers
Exhibitions
My work has been showcased at prestigious venues, including:
- Jacob’s Gallery · Eugene, OR
- OPUS6ix · Eugene, OR
- Mathers Museum of World Cultures
- International Quilt Market · Houston, TX
My art has been exhibited across the USA and internationally in France, Japan, and Korea.
Public art on the Oregon coast
My life-sized sea lion, painted in acrylics, is displayed on US Hwy 101 in Yachats, Oregon.
I also designed 36 mosaic patterns that community volunteers used to create nine large mosaic planters. They now adorn the Oregon coastal cities of Yachats, Waldport, and Seal Rock.
Home in Osceola, Wisconsin
Bass Fine Art is based in Osceola, Wisconsin. Barns, silos, country roads and harbor towns return again and again in my Nostalgia and Naturescapes galleries.
My new artwork showcases an evolving vision that pushes artistic boundaries and offers fresh perspectives. As I continue to explore new horizons, my work promises to captivate and inspire, reflecting my dedication to both innovation and artistic excellence.
Where Expression Meets Imagination
Thank you for your interest in my art! Write to me about a piece, a print size or anything else, and I’ll get back to you shortly.