Susan Zeppellini

Born in 1954 to an immigrant Italian family in Brazil, Susan Zeppellini has been a resident of the UK since 1989, initially settling in London before moving to Wales in 2007. In 2014, she established BaseArt Studio, Gallery & Pottery Workshops, where she directs and teaches.

Susan works with clay, creating sculptures and paintings that invite viewers on a visual and tactile journey. Her artistic process is organic, reflecting a deep connection to her materials. She graduated in Marketing and Advertising from the Panamericana School of Arts in São Paulo, Brazil, before earning her BA in Art Practice at South Wales University, where she achieved first-class honors in figurative ceramics.

Throughout her career, Susan has participated in numerous exhibitions in Brazil and the UK, including both solo and group shows, and has received several awards for her work. 

Her desire to explore and innovate has led her through various ventures, including roles in advertising agencies like Norton and SGB, owning a dance school, and working as a designer in the clothing industry. Notably, she was the first female painter for a Formula One team, working on race cars and motorcycles, a role that further honed her artistic skills.

As a dedicated full-time artist and tutor, Susan takes pride in her achievements and is passionate about guiding her students in their artistic journeys. She feels fortunate to live her dream and do what she loves, looking forward to continuing this path for years to come.