Oscar Ruiz-Schmidt, a Costa Rican fashion designer known for his innovative approach to sustainable design, is now celebrated by MÍRAME Fine Art. His unique work challenges industry norms and brings a fresh perspective to fashion and interior design.
SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA / ACCESSWIRE / August 9, 2024 / MÍRAME Fine Art, Costa Rica’s leading online art gallery dedicated to promoting the country’s best artists, proudly recognizes Oscar Ruiz-Schmidt. MÍRAME Fine Art supports the country’s rich cultural heritage and connects artists with art lovers around the world. https://miramefineart.com/artist/oscar-ruiz-schmidt/ .
Photography by Juan Tribaldos
A bridge between fashion and interior design
Known for his commitment to sustainability and his ability to combine fashion and interior design, Ruiz-Schmidt’s work reflects a deep connection to his Costa Rican roots and a forward-thinking vision that resonates throughout the Latin American art scene.
A creative heritage with roots in tradition
Oscar Ruiz-Schmidt was born in Liberia, Guanacaste in 1980. His love for design began at home, inspired by his mother’s talent for designing clothes. This early encounter sparked a passion that would shape his future. After earning a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from the University of Costa Rica, he completed a Master’s degree in Fashion Design at the Weissensee Art Academy in Berlin, where he honed the skills that would shape his career as a designer in Costa Rica.
Sustainability as a design philosophy
Ruiz-Schmidt’s work is characterized by his commitment to the zero-waste design philosophy. From his fashion label Obra Gris to his recent sustainable furniture and home decor projects in Costa Rica, his work consistently challenges the throwaway culture of modern consumerism.
Bringing fashion and interior design into harmony
His work reflects a sophisticated understanding of design as a holistic process, where the same principles that apply to clothing can be applied to interiors. His work includes everything from intricate macrame and wall hangings to sculpture, lighting and bespoke furniture – all infused with the sensibility of a seasoned fashion designer.
A broader mission: art, advocacy and environmental awareness
Ruiz-Schmidt’s influence is felt far beyond Costa Rica’s borders. His work calls for greater environmental responsibility within the global design industry. Exhibited both in his home country and internationally, his pieces are as much a statement as they are functional, a reminder that good design should not come at the expense of the planet’s well-being.
MÍRAME Fine Art: Latin American design on the world stage
At MÍRAME Fine Art, his creations are considered key pieces in the Costa Rican and Latin American art scene in general, embodying a unique blend of cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics. For those looking to buy Costa Rican furniture online, Ruiz-Schmidt’s pieces are not just a purchase, but an investment in sustainable, thoughtful design.
By collaborating with Ruiz-Schmidt, MÍRAME Fine Art highlights the importance of sustainability and the crucial role that Latin American designers play in shaping the future of global art and design.
Contact information:
Belinda Seppings
Co-founder
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SOURCE: MÍRAME Fine Art
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