Victoria Ruiz

Victoria Ruiz is a Venezuelan multidisciplinary artist, a graduate of Fashion Communication & Promotion at Central Saint Martins (2022), whose work spans photography, sculptural garments, and live performance. Her art delves into themes of identity, cultural resistance, and the interplay between spirituality and nature, often engaging with Afro-diasporic spirituality and her Latin American heritage. Through the crafting of wearable sculptures and her distinct approach to photography, Ruiz constructs powerful imagery that revisits her childhood and cultural narratives, giving voice to marginalized communities and challenging socio-political norms.

Her artistic vision is rooted in activism, driven by a desire to subvert and transform traditional narratives through a carnivalesque lens. This approach allows her to explore the fluidity of identity, celebrating the resilience and vibrancy of her community while addressing pressing cultural and environmental issues. Her recent work reflects a deep interest in spirituality and the natural world, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and the divine forces present in nature.

By blending these elements, Ruiz invites audiences to reflect on their own identities, fostering empathy and understanding through her art. Her current investigations highlight the richness of cultural identities and create space for dialogue around the complexities of the human experience, spirituality, and environmental sensitivity.