Born and raised in New York, Charles studied at the School of Visual Arts where he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. 

As a classically trained painter working in oils, inspired by mythology and the works of impressionists, Charles' work evokes the timeless, the classic, and the ancient. 

He is now an art instructor at a private school as well as a private instructor as he continues to create new work inspired by the beauty of nature. 


For more on Charles Basmans technique, go to his Youtube channel, Basmanstudio. Subscribe to see the latest videos!