Biography

Claudette McKenzie-Bassant was born in London in 1961. She attended Chelsea School of art with the intention of becoming a painter and then studied for a BA at Goldsmiths’ College, University of London and an MA at the Institute of Education, London. She has taught in several schools whilst developing her painting and three dimensional work.

Claudette has had her work exhibited in group shows and at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition. She has also worked to commission.

Claudette looks to historical events for inspiration and uses natural and utilitarian materials to create work imbued with integrity and beauty.

Claudette lives and works in Deptford, South East London.