I grew up in rural Dorset, where the natural beauty of my surroundings sparked a connection with nature from an early age. After moving to London, I enjoyed a long career in the music industry, working for major record labels. It was a fast-paced and demanding environment, and eventually I left to focus on raising a family and pursuing my creative interests.
Largely self-taught, I’ve studied life drawing, still life, and oil painting. Now specialising in graphite and professional-grade coloured pencil, I enjoy the precision these mediums offer, allowing me to capture the finest of details. Portraiture is at the heart of my work and I relish the challenge of capturing a true likeness and a suggestion of character through the careful study of features, expression and tone. For commissions, I enjoy the opportunity to meet my portrait subjects and take reference photographs when possible. If this isn't feasible, working from a range of customers' photos is key to ensure a faithful and personal result.
I live in a quiet corner of South West London, surrounded by green spaces. Spending time in nature is essential to me - whether I'm walking in the wild beauty of Richmond Park, across the Dorset countryside or along the breathtaking Jurassic coastline. The variety of flora and fauna on display is a great source of inspiration for my work - I never tire of spotting a fox slipping through the ferns or catching the sudden turquoise flash of a kingfisher darting along the river. My wildlife collection reflects this connection with the beauty and restorative power of the natural world.
Follow me on instagram to see my latest work as it's released. If you're in the area and would like to view a particular piece in person, do contact me to arrange a visit.
Thanks for your interest, please get in touch if you have any questions.
Suzanne
Exhibitions: The Diana Armfield Drawing From Observation 2024. The OSO Easter Art Fair 2025.
Barnes Artists Summer Show 2025. The Barnes Art Fair, Nov 2025. Barnes Artists 'Inspired by Roots' Exhibition March 2026
Upcoming Exhibitions: Barnes Artists Open Studios, 6 & 7 June 2026, The Crossing, 73 White Hart Lane, SW130PW
Stall Events: Richmond May Fair 9th May, Barnes Summer Fair 11th July (with Barnes Artists), Virgin Riverside Summer Fair, Chiswick 4th July, Virgin Riverside Christmas Fair, Dec tbc,
Barnes Artists member
http://www.barnesartists.org/artists/suzanne-lycett
UKCPS member
Association of Animal Artists member
https://associationofanimalartists.com/
Friends of Richmond Park Conservation Volunteer
Proud to support the UK Wild Otter Trust
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