Painter and teacher, born in Durham. From 1952–6 studied at department of fine art at King’s College, Durham University, then after National Service was at Slade School of Fine Art, 1958–9. He taught for five years, then in 1963 travelled extensively through the Middle East and Asia, returning to teach in Wales in 1964. Also was at Chester School of Art. A member of Liverpool Academy, Sharratt showed with Young Contemporaries, John Moores Exhibition in Liverpool, RCamA and elsewhere. Solo shows included Westgate Gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne and Peterloo Gallery in Manchester. Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation holds his work.