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About Me

Ruth Herbert is an accomplished art director, interior designer and event producer with over 20 years of experience designing immersive and decorative experiences across theatre, film, retail, interior design, festivals, and private events. Ruth’s work embodies a unique blend of creative vision and logistical expertise, driven by her relentless pursuit of excellence.

Throughout her career, Ruth has art directed and designed installations for renowned events like Burning Man, Glastonbury Festival, Beat Hotel, Ibiza Rocks, and Noisily Festival. In the private event sphere, she has crafted bespoke installations and full-scale events for some of the world’s most exclusive clients.

Her passion for the arts began at a young age, inspired by her grandfather, Peter Firmin, the creator of Bagpuss and The Clangers. He served as a mentor, teaching her hands-on skills in woodwork and other creative crafts, setting her on a path toward building her own imaginative worlds.

Ruth’s journey in event design started as a young adult by decorating free-parties and festivals in the UK and beyond. She worked alongside some of the most inspirational artists, and event producers, refining her distinctive approach to large-scale creative installations.

A graduate of UAL with a BA (Hons) in Technical Arts and Special Effects, Ruth gained expertise in set building, prop and puppet making. After graduating she worked creating giant puppets and props for theatre and TV before transitioning back into the event industry, which became her primary creative home for many years.

What sets Ruth apart is her diverse skill set, seamlessly blending creative vision with computer-aided design, logistics, and project management. Ruth is widely respected in her field, known for her collaborative spirit and her ability to bring together talent from Ibiza, Europe, and beyond to produce unforgettable, immersive experiences.

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“Creativity is intelligence having fun.”
– Albert Einstein

Portrait photography – @janelookerphotography