Mark Bettis

Artist Bio

“My paintings are a synthesis of color, line, texture and form. I’m intrigued and influenced by the elements of my surroundings. I apply multiple layers of oil paint, cold wax medium, marble dust, and other elements then cut, scratch, and smooth with great energy to let the painting evolve into an abstract interpretation of these elements.”

A native of Chicago, Illinois, Mark escaped to sunny Sarasota, Florida. It was there that he became interested in the visual arts. After attending the Ringling School of Art and Design, Mark moved to the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina, where he paints in his open studio/gallery at the
Wedge Studios. Mark is also an award-winning artist and has his work shown in multiple galleries throughout the United States.