Born in Glasgow in 1962, Mark paints in all mediums and uses both brush and palette knife to create his work when using oils. He’s a great fan of the Colourists and Impressionists and this has been an big influence on his style.

The Fife Coast is a love of Mark’s – he particularly likes to paint The West Sands in St Andrews.

You can see examples of Mark’s work at www.markholdenart.co.uk – or why not rent Phoenix House (5 double bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, hot tub and sauna with beautiful sea views from the house) and see it in person!