Ross Wilson is an accomplished artist with an impressive educational background. He achieved a First-Class Honours degree in Fine Art from the University of Ulster, and further pursued his passion by attaining a master's degree from the esteemed Chelsea School of Art in London. With a career spanning over three decades, Ross has been a self-employed Artist, Sculptor, curator, and consultant. His dedication to his craft and expertise in various artistic disciplines have earned him a well-deserved reputation in the art world.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to society, Ross was honoured with the BEM (British Empire Medal) in 2018, personally bestowed by Queen Elizabeth II. This prestigious award commended his community outreach work among marginalized communities in Northern Ireland and his charitable initiatives in Rwanda.
Apart from his artistic pursuits, Ross is fervently committed to community outreach. He has actively participated in Peace 3 programmes and has been a dedicated volunteer within marginalized and fragmented communities, showcasing his genuine passion for making a positive impact through the creative process.
Ross Wilson's reputation as an accomplished artist extends to his portraiture commissions, which include notable figures such as Nobel Laureates Seamus Heaney, Derek Walcott for the National Portrait Gallery London, Joseph Brodsky, as well as the celebrated American Pulitzer Prize Playwright Arthur Miller.
As a practicing sculptor, Ross boasts an impressive 25 -year expertise in the classical process of bronze casting, along with comprehensive knowledge of related technical processes. His proficiency extends to site works, project delivery, and the meticulous installation of sculptures.
Throughout his illustrious career, Ross Wilson has been recognized and invited to speak at esteemed institutions like Harvard University, Magdalen College Oxford, The National Portrait Gallery London, and Wheaton College Chicago. Moreover, he has been an honoured guest speaker to Members of Congress alongside The President of the United States in Washington D.C., a testament to the impact of his work on an international scale.
In conclusion, Ross Wilson's journey as an artist, sculptor, and community advocate reflects his unwavering dedication to his craft and the positive influence he has made in the lives of countless individuals. His artistic achievements, coupled with his commitment to social outreach, have established him as a remarkable and inspirational figure in the art world and beyond.
Public Sculptures
C.S. Lewis Centenary Sculpture: East Belfast
The ‘Barrel Man’ Sculpture: Waterfront Hall, Belfast
Ella Pirrie Sculpture: The Cancer Centre, Belfast City Hospital
St. Luke Sculpture: Twinbrook, West Belfast
Titanic Yardmen Sculpture: Newtownards Road, East Belfast
Community Angel Sculpture: Tigers Bay, North Belfast
Apprentice Sculpture: The Fountain Estate, Londonderry
Alphabet Angel Sculpture: Bushmills, North Antrim
Bertie Peacock Sculpture: Coleraine. Co. Londonderry
Mother - Sister - Daughter Sculpture: Sandy Row, South Belfast
Amy Carmichael Sculpture: Bangor, County Down
‘Millie’ Mill Worker, Crumlin Road, Belfast
Museums and Public Collections
The Fogg Museum Harvard University
The Houghton Library, Harvard University
The National Portrait Gallery London
Jesus College, Cambridge
The Burns Library Boston College
Boston Museum of Fine Arts
Ashmolean Museum, Oxford
Magdalen College Oxford
Museo Federico Garcia Lorca Spain
The British Museum
St Lucien National Trust
Irish Museum of Modern Art, Dublin
The Keats - Shelley Museum, Rome
The Ulster Museum, Belfast
The Tate Gallery, London
James Joyce Museum, Dublin
The Palace of Westminster London
HRH King Charles III
Client Engagement
Ross Wilson has advised, consulted, and worked on a range of community projects and public sculpture commissions across Northern Ireland.
The Law Society Belfast
Warner Music Corporation, USA
Altnagelvin Hospital Trust
The National Portrait Gallery London
BBC Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Housing Executive
East Belfast Partnership
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council
Venture Capitalist's 'Norlinventures'
The Legal Bar of Northern Ireland
The Palace of Westminster
HRH King Charles III