Marc Alexander artworks: Landscapes Button using a picture of his oil painting of an English Water Garden. This button is linked to a page demonstrating Marc Alexander’s process and oil painting technique in painting an English Water Garden. I’m describing step by step the technique and process used to create my impression of an 1870s water garden landscaped by Lieutenant-Colonel Francis Markham at Morland House – Cumbria England. Stepping stones, waterfalls, a rustic looking wooden bridge with water cascading into dams and lots of lush greenery.
Marc Alexander was born in Pretoria, South Africa in 1972. He now lives and works with his wife and four children in Cape Town. He is best known for his focus on South African heritage and icons such as his many portraits of late President Nelson Mandela.
Marc’s portraits are so lifelike that they are often viewed with amazement, especially by those who had known Mr Mandela personally. Marc’s limited edition prints of these portraits are being snatched up by admirers and collectors from all over the world, including the likes of Mandela’s dear friend and former American president Bill Clinton. More recently, the Presidency of South Africa purchased prints from Marc, as gifts for all the dignitaries who attended President Jacob Zuma’s 2014 inauguration.
Alexander exhibits locally in South Africa where he is considered one of the countries emerging investment artists, and abroad with a substantial international following of collectors.
After a sojourn in charity work and helping street waifs, Marc re-embarked on a fulltime career as an artist and freelance exhibitions curator.
His interest in art started when as a young child, he discovered an ability to replicate on canvas with accuracy what he saw in nature. In December 1994 he started a seven year career at the Pretoria Art Museum and within two weeks began a reproduction of a 17th Century Dutch Master’s painting. Since that time he has made near perfect replicas of some great pieces. It was also during this time that he started a work amongst orphans and vulnerable street children, using art as a medium for healing. This turned into a very successful not-for-profit organization called ‘The Tshwane Art Kids’ which brought healing and restoration to many African children.
Marc works mostly in oils in the style of the traditional realist, but he also enjoys combining the art of gilding and texturing in his paintings. He prefers to paint recognizable objects or elements that can be observed in nature and he aims always to capture and express subjects and themes about our world and the human condition, especially those things that cause us great joy or great sorrow.
Artist Prints: Many of Marc Alexander’s artworks are available as Artist prints. These prints are limited-edition, signed and printed on museum-quality 300 gram acid-free Hahnemuhle art paper or canvas. The HP Vivera printing ink used has a 100+ year fade-proof guarantee. These prints are also available in varying sizes. The paper prints are sold plastic warped on a foamcore backing board. The prints on canvas can be provided stretched or rolled in a core (for easy transporting). The canvas print is treated with a high quality scratch resistant matt art sealant. Directly behind the stretched canvas print is a board which gives the frame rigidity, prevents warping and ensures the frame hangs flush against the wall. Large frames are cross braced to prevent warping. Please visit Marc’s Shop to find out sizes and prices of available artworks or Contact Marc if you need further information.
Gallery Representation: Some of Marc’s artworks are sold out of his studio, directly to buyers, but he has found that having a strong representation amongst established galleries and agencies, has been beneficial. Especially when it comes to pitching his art to museums, major collectors, corporations, and other groups or individuals that he can’t easily access on his own. These representations have also helped to establish the resale and secondary market for his art amongst resale galleries and auction houses.
Online Platforms: Besides this website, you will also find Marc’s artwork represented by various selling platforms that have a respectable online profile.