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Mark has participated
in over 30 group and solo shows. His paintings have been recognised
by such corporate collections as the Roche Group which has recently
invested in a third painting. What’s more his paintings have proven
to be very popular with private collectors. Which has led to several
sell out group shows. Mark's paintings have been chosen as a finalist in an impressive list of prestigious Art prizes. One of his paintings was selected as a finalist in the Mortimore Art Prize in 2010 and 2009. In 2008 he was selected as a finalist in the Hills Grammar Art Award. In 2007 and 2005 he was a finalist in the ANL Maritime Art Prize. In 2001 as part of the Noise festival he was chosen as one of ten finalists to be exhibited on the Museum of Contemporary Arts online gallery.
Selected Press and Press Releases Press 2011 Australian Artist Magazine September 2011 The September edition of Australian Artist magazine features part of Mark's step by step demonstration of a red rose painted in oils on the cover. It contains an eight page article showcasing his paintings, outlining his techniques and explores his achievements to date. Buy one at your local newsagency now! The Cover
First page of the eight page article on Mark's paintings
Press 2010 Manly Daily Thursday 30th December 2010 Editorial in the Manly Daily. Mark was interviewed by Rod Bennett, the Manly Daily's Arts Editor.
Peninsula Living Magazine August 2010 Editorial in the current edition of Peninsula Living Magazine.
Second page of editorial in the August 2010 edition of Peninsula Living Magazine.
Peninsula Living Magazine March 2010 This month Peninsula Living Magazine has dedicated several pages of editorial to popular Artists living on the Northern Beaches. Mark Kingston is one of the feature Artists. The article announces his upcoming solo show.
Australian Artist Magazine March 2010 Recent editorial in the March edition of Australian Artist announces Mark's upcoming solo exhibition.
Australian Artist Magazine February 2010 The February 2010 edition of Australian Artist Magazine features Mark's work on the cover and contains a ten page article showcasing his paintings, outlining his techniques and exploring his achievements to date. Buy one at your local newsagency now!! The Cover First page of the ten page article in Australian Artist magazine.
Press Release 2009 Local Artist Mark Kingston Sells to
Major Collector Roche’s global art collections are known to include works by modernists Picasso, Monet and Matisse, along with old masters Raphael and Titian. Its latest purchase heralds a new direction for the Sydney arm of the company – investing in local rising talents such as Kingston. “The family that owns Roche has a long tradition of collecting art,” says Kingston. “Globally, the company has built up an impressive collection over the past hundred years. It’s fantastic to see such a massive global business enriching the cultural landscape of its customers by supporting local artists like myself.” Roche spokesperson Stephen Tracey says, “Mark Kingston's
paintings are high quality pieces and whilst not the motive for our
purchase we would expect them to increase in value over time. They reflect
Roche's interest in supporting our local environment which bears heavily
on how our Australian culture unfolds.” Artist Mark Kingston
and Managing Director of Roche Products, Sydney: Fred Nadjarian unveil
a third painting for the Roche collection Press 2006 Belle Magazine end of 2006 A photo of Mark Kingston is included in Belle magazine as part of a editorial about the Unwrapped show 2006 at United Galleries.
Belle Magazine April-May 2006 Three page editorial in Belle Magazine featuring Mark as one of several up and coming stars of the art world. The first two pages are dedicated to a glossy photo spread of Mark and other emerging talents.
Sun Herald Sunday July 30th 2006 One of Mark's paintings is featured in a one page editorial about emerging talents in the fine art world.
Australian Road Rider Magazine May 2002 Editorial in Road Rider Magazine about Mark's motorbike paintings.
Press 2001 Manly Daily Friday October 26th 2001 Editorial in the Manly Daily celebrating the fact that Mark has been chosen as one of ten finalists to be displayed on the Museum of Contemporary Arts online gallery as part of the Noise Festival.
The Daily Telegraph Monday October 1st 2001 Editorial in the Daily Telegraph celebrating Mark's selection as a finalist in the Museum of Contemporary Arts online gallery.
Northern Beaches Weekender Newspaper Thursday October 18th 2001 Editorial in the Northern Beaches Weekender Newspaper in honour of Mark being selected as one of ten finalists for the Museum of Contemporary Arts online gallery.
24 Hours Magazine November 2001 Editorial in 24 Hours magazine about Mark's inclusion in the Museum of Contemporary Arts online gallery.
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