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Meet Mark Noble (Fine art painter of light).
Mark Noble is an English artist celebrated as the "Turner for the 21st Century" and "Fine art painter of Light," who brings fresh perspectives to often-overlooked aspects of life through his emotionally charged landscapes and abstract works.
Mark is the fine art ambassador for The Arts and Culture Network in the UK.
Based in Somerset, UK, Mark's creations evoke a melancholic yet spiritual beauty, with a delicate focus on the mystical and sublime.
In another edition of Mark meets Mark, Mark whisked Mark off in Mark's fantasy cultural year. Which Mark am I talking about? You will have to watch the video or listen to the audio versions and find out...
Mark Noble’s journey to becoming an artist is as compelling as his artwork. After facing significant challenges in school, he spent nearly two decades working in a local plastics factory.
In his mid-thirties, Mark decided to pursue his creative dream, drawing inspiration from the works of J.M.W. Turner.
His art captures the ethereal beauty of the ordinary, celebrating the extraordinary in what many might dismiss as mundane.
Mark began his formal artistic education in 2003 at Strode College, completing a range of qualifications in art and design, including a BTEC National Diploma in Fine Art and an A-level in Photography. He went on to graduate with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Bath Spa University in 2008.
Over the years, Mark’s work has gained recognition across the UK and Europe, with exhibitions reaching audiences as far away as South America.
His pieces have been displayed in prestigious galleries, including London’s OXO Gallery, where his work contributed to raising awareness of Parkinson’s Disease. Mark’s recent exhibitions include collaborations with several English galleries, and his work continues to attract private commissions.
In March 2021, Mark became an ambassador for Outside In, a national charity supporting artists who face barriers to the art world due to health, disability, or social circumstances. In 2022, he also joined Creative Portal as an Inclusivity Ambassador, helping to empower disadvantaged young people to express themselves creatively.
His advocacy work includes running art workshops, developing Lottery-funded projects for children, and promoting environmentally conscious art through his innovative "Driftwood Collection," featuring pieces created from recycled materials like window frames, tiles, and even old coffee tables.
Mark’s mission extends beyond his artwork. As he puts it, "My themes are showing people what they don’t see – and that includes seeing me with no prejudice. I use art as my words to connect to others."
Today, Mark continues to exhibit, collaborate, celebrating creativity in all its forms and encouraging others to find their artistic voice. With his eye on sustainability and inclusivity, he remains an inspiring figure for artists and communities; it is never too late to be creative.
Interview summary - The Fantasy Cultural Year
During their interview, Mark W and Mark N envisioned a fantasy cultural year, a creative itinerary that reflected Mark's passions and talents.
The beginning
The fantasy cultural year begins with Mark Noble sitting at a pavement cafe in London, near the iconic Westminster Abbey. On the table next to him is his favourite book, a biography on the life and work of the renowned artist J.M.W. Turner.
Off to Venice
As Mark sips on a cold Coke, he receives news that a wealthy London family foundation would like to sponsor him for a year-long trip to study Turner-esque landscape and seascape painting. Mark chooses to travel to Venice, Italy for this opportunity. Upon arriving, he is greeted by a group of young art students who whisk him away to a luxurious apartment on the city's famous canals.
Dance, food and sport
That evening, the students take Mark to a dance performance featuring exquisite waltz dancers, followed by a dinner at a Michelin-starred Japanese restaurant. The next day is "sport day" in Italy, so Mark attends a high-level tennis match.
Digital Art
He then visits a new digital art gallery in Venice, where he is able to step into and experience the paintings of J.M.W. Turner through virtual reality.
Range of cultural experiences
Over the course of the week, Mark is treated to a variety of cultural experiences in Venice. On Monday, he attends a Queen concert with Freddie Mercury. Tuesday brings a performance of the ballet Swan Lake. Wednesday features a showing of the musical Cats. Thursday, Mark takes in an opera performance of Tosca. And on Friday, he watches the film Star Trek: The Voyage Home on a large cinema screen.
As time goes by...
The fantasy culminates with Mark hosting a special lunch in St. Mark's Square, where he dines with the renowned American landscape painter Frederic Edwin Church and the scientist Sir Isaac Newton. After a successful year of painting, filming a TV show, and securing a book deal, Mark boards his flight home, eager to listen to the music of Enya on the journey.
Throughout the fantasy, Mark is able to immerse himself in the arts, culture, and natural beauty of Venice, while also exploring his deep admiration for the work of J.M.W. Turner. The experience provides him with inspiration, new creative opportunities, and a chance to connect with other luminaries in his field.
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