I grew up in rural Dorset, where the natural beauty of my surroundings sparked an affinity 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.
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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 like to meet my 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.
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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.
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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.​
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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.​​​​
Upcoming Exhibitions: Barnes Art Fair - November 2025.​
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Barnes Artists member​
http://www.barnesartists.org/artists/suzanne-lycett
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UKCPS member​
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Association of Animal Artists member
https://associationofanimalartists.com/
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Friends of Richmond Park Conservation Volunteer
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