Rebecca Basford

Rebecca Basford founded Artful Living with the belief that art has the power to create connection, tell stories, and transform the places where we live, work, heal, and gather. Her practice is built on deep relationships — with artists, clients, communities, and the places she works — and guided by a genuine conviction that thoughtfully placed art changes how people experience the world around them.

Throughout her career, Rebecca has guided clients through the planning, commissioning, and implementation of public art programs, private development projects, curated collections, and artist partnerships. She is particularly skilled at navigating public art requirements, civic enhancement programs, artist selection processes, and complex stakeholder relationships — helping transform challenges into opportunities for creativity, placemaking, and community engagement.

Public art remains a central focus of Rebecca's practice. She is passionate about creating projects that strengthen community identity, celebrate local culture, and foster meaningful connections between people and place. Her experience spans every stage of the process — from strategic planning and artist selection to stakeholder engagement, fabrication, and installation.