Meet Ross Minton
Ross Minton — The Artist Who Turns Resilience Into Creativity
Ross Minton is a Shropshire-based artist with over 20 years of experience in the creative industry, known for his wit, environmental passion, and unapologetically honest approach to art. Far beyond labels, Ross refuses to be defined by disability — despite living with a complex mix of chronic conditions that have shaped his life since childhood. Instead, he identifies himself through the work he creates, the stories he tells, and the nature he celebrates.
His artistic identity is rooted in a simple phrase:
“I’m wonky and I doodle.”
But behind that humorous line is a powerful story of survival, expression, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity.
Ross creates art that encourages people to reconnect with nature, live more sustainably, and appreciate the world around them with deeper curiosity. His creative process is influenced heavily by environmentalism and history, and he finds inspiration not just in people — but in trees. Ross often jokes that he’s “never met a tree he didn’t like,” and his admiration for old trees reflects his belief that wisdom lives in anything that has survived.
His mission extends beyond creativity. Through his vlogs and content, Ross advocates for disability awareness — on his own terms. He rejects the idea of being portrayed as a “disabled artist,” preferring instead to be recognised as an artist who happens to live with disability. His work challenges stereotypes while offering insight into the lived experience of someone who has had to fight both physical obstacles and societal misconceptions.
Ross also speaks openly about emerging challenges in the creative industry. He is a vocal critic of unregulated AI in the arts, arguing that creative AI tools should be treated with the same seriousness as regulated equipment — “like firearms,” in his words. His concern: that unchecked AI could harm artists, displace creatives, and cause significant ethical issues if placed in the wrong hands.
With humour, depth, and a grounded perspective shaped by a lifetime of overcoming adversity, Ross brings a voice that is rare — practical, creative, and deeply human.
He stands as a reminder that art is not about perfection, but about perspective.
