The art of Mark Spain

Mark Spain trained in technical graphics at Medway College of Art before setting up a printmaking studio in Kent producing original etchings.

In October 1987 he was commissioned to produce limited edition etchings of Kew Gardens and has since undertaken many other commissions, with clients ranging from National Westminster Bank to The Dorchester Hotel. His work has also been represented by several leading publishers and distributed worldwide.

Mark has exhibited in numerous exhibitions and one man shows including the prestigious Chelsea and Hampton Court Flower Show, The 20th Century British Art Fair and The Barbican Contemporary Print Fair.

A vigorous and creative artist, he is constantly experimenting with different subjects and techniques which are then applied to an amazing variety of images from traditional landscapes to dazzling collagraphs.

Since joining Washington Green in 2000, seven of his originals have been published as limited editions and silkscreens. Mark’‘s work has been exhibited in galleries all over the UK and can be found in private collections round the world including Spain, Belgium, France, New Zealand, Australia, Holland, Hong Kong, Japan, USA and Canada.
Speaking about his work, Mark comments, “Having experimented with many forms of imagery in recent years, figurative work has been the most challenging and satisfying.

My main goals are always to create a certain amount of movement within the image, with particular emphasis on setting a mood and atmosphere.

“I would like the viewer to be intrigued as to the possible thoughts of the subject, which can only add to the effect of the picture. Pictures I believe must have a life of their own to allow an ongoing interest.”