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Portfolio for Mark Roscoe - Commissionaportrait
Born in Penrith, Australia, Mark Roscoe went on to train in Scotland where he continues to live and work. His self portrait entry was used to advertise the 1998 BP portrait awards which established his reputation as a portrait painter. Mark recently painted Bill Oddie for the BBC 1 programme Star portraits with Rolf Harris.
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| Education |
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BA (Hons) Fine Art - Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art, Dundee
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| Awards |
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1998/9 and 2004- Finals, BP Portrait Awards, London
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| Selected Commissions |
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Prince Tunku Abdullah of Malaysia and family.
Dr Jonathan Munday, former Mayor of Kensington and Chelsea
Professor Averil Cameron, Warden of Keble College Oxford
Professor Wade Allison
Andre de Breyne
Sir Brian Smith, former Master at St Catherine's College Oxford
David Crossland, founder and chairman of Airtours
Ronald J.R. Asprey
James Ogilvy, son of Princess Alexandra
Gavyn Arthur, Lord Mayor of London (commissioned by the Worshipful Company of Wax Chandlers)
Professor Anthony Smith, President of Magdalen College Oxford
Professor David Yates, Warden of Robinson college, Cambridge
Peter Wallace, President of the Association of Anesthetists.
Bill Oddie, former Goodies star and television presenter.
John Stone, founder of Lombard International Assurance
Frances Cairncross, Rector of Exeter College Oxford Oxford.
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| Group Exhibitions |
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1998 - RSA Students Exhibition, Edinburgh
1998 - Degree Show, Dundee
1998 - Compass Gallery, Glasgow
1998 - BP Portrait Award Tour, NPG London and Aberdeen
1998 - The Edinburgh Gallery, Edinburgh
1998 - Scone Studios, Perthshire
1999 - The Edinburgh Gallery, Edinburgh
1999 - BP Portrait Award Tour, NPG London and Aberdeen
1999 - The Edinburgh Gallery, Edinburgh
2000 - The Edinburgh Gallery, Edinburgh
2004 - London Art Fair, Business Design Center, London
2004 - BP Portrait Award Tour, NPG London - Exeter - Aberdeen.
2004 - Inspired - Auction in aid of the British red cross, London
2005 - Paisley Art Institute Annual Exhibition, Paisley
2005 - Medici Gallery, Cork Street, London
2005 - Lynn Painter-stainers Exhibition, London
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| Artist's Statement |
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I keep portrait painting and art separate. This means I can experiment or "go wild" with my art while keeping a certain level of consistency with my commissioned portraits, in other words, no nasty shock for the client.
With portraiture the reputations of both artist and client are in the balance, so compromise is the only solution. Harmony can be found between the painters idealistic ambition and the client’s personal expectations. Artists must find sensitivity, empathy and understanding, virtues that form the essence of any successful work.
Portraiture ntroduces examples of common reality with inspirational possibility. The artist has the unique opportunity to project the positive aspects of difference and eliminate the discriminatory stigmas attached to race, class and sex. The portfolio becomes a social vocabulary universally read, understood and accepted by all.”
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| Statement |
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“I can paint on site from life or entirely from photographic reference although my preference is to use a mixture of reference materials and techniques to heighten the visual relationship. I begin with life sittings, gathering as much information about the client and pose as is necessary. Compositional and feature sketches and colour reference charts are noted for accuracy and a series of black and white photographs are taken for form and structure. I carry out most of the work in my studio, which often favours the client’s schedule and prevents the development of an overly sympathetic or biased approach ( the first impression is the most accurate ). Finally, I return to complete the portrait from life, usually only a few sittings are necessary and at this point the client will be able to give advice on the finishing touches. After the painting has been resolved, I build a frame as a finish to the work and to add support to the canvas, however, if a more elaborate frame is more suitable, I would be more than happy to offer my opinion.” |
| Travel nationally |
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Yes |
| Travel internationally |
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Yes |
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| Prices |
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| Portrait Format: |
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Head and Shoulders |
From £ |
6000 |
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$ | 10000 |
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Half Length | From £ |
8000 |
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$ | 14000 |
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3/4 Length | From £ |
10000 |
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$ | 16000 |
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Full Length | From £ |
12000 |
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$ | 20000 |
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Double Portrait | From £ |
15000 |
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$ | 25000 |
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Group Portrait | From £ |
20000 |
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$ | 32000 |
The
Prices quoted are for the standard mediums of oil on canvas and bronze
(in
the case of sculpture).
For other media, prices may vary, please enquire
directly with us for more specific quotes.
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