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Barrington Watson (Jamaican, 1931 – 2016), Baby Mothers, ca. 1970, Oil on canvas, 68½ x 58½ inches, Spelman College Purchase, 1972.44

Explore the art of Basil Barrington Watson CD (1931-2016), a celebrated Jamaican painter known for Social Realism & depictions of Jamaican life, people, and culture. Discover his legacy & view works online!

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Barrington Watson (Jamaican, 1931 – 2016), Baby Mothers, ca. 1970, Oil on canvas, 68½ x 58½ inches, Spelman College Purchase, 1972.44

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Artist Biography

early life and football career

basil barrington watson cd, a renowned jamaican painter, was born on january 9, 1931, in lucea, jamaica. before embarking on his artistic journey, watson made a name for himself as a football player at kingston college.

artistic pursuits and education

at the age of 20, watson enrolled at the royal college of art in london, marking the beginning of his artistic yearnings. he furthered his studies at académie de la grande chaumière in paris and the rijksacademie in amsterdam.

teaching and directorial roles

upon returning to jamaica, watson became the first director of studies at the jamaica school of art. he also co-founded the contemporary jamaican artists' association (1964–74). additionally, he served as a visiting professor at spelman college in atlanta.

awards and exhibitions

watson's artistic prowess was recognized with a prize at the first spanish biennale in barcelona (1967). in 2000, he was awarded the gold musgrave medal by the institute of jamaica. his works have been exhibited both nationally and internationally.

personal life and legacy

watson is the father of sculptors basil watson and raymond watson. he was also the subject of lennie little-white's 2015 documentary film they call me barrington. basil barrington watson cd passed away on january 26, 2016, at the age of 85. notable works:
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1931 - 2016 , Jamaica

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Social Realism
  • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Contemporary Jamaican art']
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Edvard Munch']
  • Date Of Birth: January 9, 1931
  • Date Of Death: January 26, 2016
  • Full Name: Basil Barrington Watson CD
  • Nationality: Jamaican
  • Notable Artworks:
    • The Scream
    • Mona Lisa
    • Baby Mothers
  • Place Of Birth: Lucca, Jamaica
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