The National Windrush Monument by Basil Watson
Art :“The harmonious expression of one’s vision of life.”
This personal description of his lifelong passion is what defines the work of Jamaican artist, Basil Barrington Watson. For more than 45 years, he has been translating life’s most important attributes - positive emotions and attitudes, the spirit of freedom and spontaneity, strength, beauty, energy and vigor - into finely crafted works of art. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, the son of internationally renowned painter Barrington Watson, it was a natural progression for Watson to study at the Jamaica School of Art. He then went on to establish a successful career as Jamaica's leading sculptor.
The most notable of his achievements on the island include having monumental works on the campuses of the 3 primary universities, as well as signature works at the 2 major Stadia. In 2016, the Government of Jamaica awarded Basil the Order of Distinction (Commander) in recognition of his contributions in the field of Art.