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Mark English (American, 1933)
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Mark English
Evergreen Valley
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Mark English
Jericho Farm
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Mark English
Young Abe circa 2005
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Biography |
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1933 |
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born in Hubbard, Texas |
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1960 |
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graduated from The Art Center College in Los Angeles |
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English moved to Connecticut in 1964, and so began his meteoric rise as one of America’s top magazine illustrators. His first editorial assignment from The Saturday Evening Post led to nonstop work from most major publications including Reader’s Digest, The Ladies’ Home Journal, Good Housekeeping, Sports Illustrated, Redbook, McCall’s, and Time. |
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The recipient of over a hundred awards from arts organizations nationwide, in 1967 English was named “Artist of the Year” by the Artists Guild of New York. His work was selected with astounding regularity for the Society of Illustrators annual exhibitions. The Society further honored him with the Hamilton King Award in 1967, and in 1983 elected him to their prestigious Illustrators Hall of Fame. |
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In 1977, he received an offer from Hallmark Cards to serve as artist in residence, which he accepted. In 1996, English began to concentrate on gallery paintings almost exclusively and soon found great success in the new venture. His works are coveted by art lovers and private collectors, and have been shown in Canada, Japan, and throughout the United States, including the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. |
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English creates rich patterns using simplified geometric shapes and abstract planes that echo the topography and coloration of the land. His landscapes evoke remembered scenes and associative feeling rather than represent particular locations-it is the essence of the experience, gleaned from his continual observation. |
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As an artist, English is committed to innovation and growth. His career as an illustrator set new standards within the field, and his recent paintings are proof of his determination, drive and desire to further challenge himself. |
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