About the Artist
Mark grew up as a welder in the Midwest with a strong passion to create. Mentored by some of the best instructors, he has developed his own unique style. He received a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from Purdue University. He has over 20 years of combined industry experience. Mark is also a United States armed forces veteran.
His artwork has an industrial dimension, based upon experiences in the energy and aerospace industries. Powerful abstractions that have been energized through stainless steel, low carbon steel, brass, and aluminum medium. Metal has to burn and sparks must fly in creating his unique designs. Indoor and outdoor sculpture for both the private and commercial sectors - from private clients in over 20 states, also corporate hotel installations.
He has also designed his own line of custom bicycles. Some of his custom bicycles have appeared on CBS's The Price is Right and The Discovery Channel's American Chopper.
His work has reached across the world, into many private collections. Inspired by all of his travels and experiences with diverse cultures. Known for his custom "Liquid Metal" stainless steel creations that mix mirrored polished surfaces with rough cut exposed surfaces that twist and flow through the sculpture.
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Commissioned to design the awards for the 10th Annual Awards Celebration of the Sarasota Arts Council.
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Featured Artist in The Sarasota Observer and Longboat Observer
Creator's Choice, May 2008
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Article and Photo Credits:
Stephanie Finnan, Assistant Black Tie Editor
The Sarasota Observer and Longboat Observer
Thursday, May 29th, 2008
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In The NEWS: Sarasota Magazine 1/3/2008
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Featured Artist in Sarasota Downtown and Beyond Magazine:
October 2007
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Article Credits:
John Sadri, Art Director / Production Manager, Sarasota Downtown & Beyond
Susan Hicks, Feature Editor, Sarasota Downtown & Beyond
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Featured Artist: Anything Arts July 2007
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Link: Jacksonville International
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Marco Magazine, 2007
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Member of Sarasota Arts Council:
Link: Sarasota Arts Council
Commissioned to design the awards for the 10th Annual Awards Celebration of the Sarasota Arts Council.
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Brothers Theo and Mark
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