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Timothy Mark Churms has spent the last decade honing his artistsic talents as a Fine Artist. Originally from Great Britain, and now residing in USA, this artist has risen to the top of his profession as a Historical Artist and Decorative Fine Art painter....



Timothy Mark Churms has painted professionally since the age of 24. Churms was born in Wales but lived most of his childhood years in England. He started his career as a full-time artist in 199o, after graduating from Oxford Polytechnic with a degree in Architectural studies. Having realized his interests in Military history, Churms portrayed numerous historical figures and battle scenes throughout the world. He then had his exemplary military history paintings printed as posters and limited edition prints by respected Fine Art publishers in Great Britain, within months of starting his business. In his first year, his equestrian paintings were selected for exhibition at Christie’s and Sotheby’s of London. Churms started his career as a self employed historical, equestrian and military artist in 1991 by publishing his exemplary art with the well-known military art prints company Cranston Fine Arts in Scotland.



After living in Scotland for a few years, in 1998 he crossed over “the pond” to the United States, to Virginia, near Washington, D.C. (where he met his wife-to-be, Kristina), then up to Manhattan in New York to become the Vice President of TheHistoryWeb.com/TheHistoryMart.com. He then married Kristina, and they lived in Brooklyn, where he witnessed the events of 9/11.

Heading west, Churms moved to Phoenix Arizona in 1992 (Geronimo and Apache country) and was hired as Quality Control Manager for Phoenix Art Group Incorporated (a leading US decorative fine art wholesale company. Churms left Phoenix Art Group Inc. in 1993 to continue his career as an Historical Artist. Mark Churms and also paints many decorative fine art pieces in acrylics, under his first name "Timothy" for Reynolda Art & Accents of North Carolina from his studio in the eastern pan-handle of beautiful West Virginia, near to Washington D.C. (Note: Only a very small fraction of several hundred decorative images, painted to date, are displayed on this website).



Timothy Mark Churms' decorative work and Mark Churms detailed historical artwork are strongly influenced by impressionist masters; Manet, Degas and by 19th Century French artists; Meissonier, Detaile, David, Corbet and Ingres. The work of the Pre-Raphaelites, Lady Butler, Caton Woodville and other English artists of the Victorian period also influence his brush and palette. "Timothy's" line of work is chracterized by frequently large works of art in acrylic paints on canvas. Many paintings are textured and include metallic pigments, adding depth and interest to strong compositions with beautiful and subtle colors.



Mark Churms continues to publish his own military prints. Realism, detail, accuracy, dramatic lighting and strong compositions are the reasons why most military collectors and enthusiasts agree that Mark Churms is the world's best historical artist alive today.

Over the years Churms has lent his brush to a huge diversity of subject matter and styles. His skill in the portrayal of the humans, horses, animals, still-life and landscapes, using contemporary and modern techniques has earned him admiration, acclaim and a large following of art collectors.



Many history artists paint a limited range of subject matter such as: aviation art, American Civil War, Naval battles, historical buildings or portraits, but Churms has lent his brush to a huge diversity of historical subject matter. His skill in the portrayal of both the humans, horses, land, sea and air combat has earned him admiration, acclaim and a huge following of military collectors interested in diverse periods of military history.



Mark Churms' art is now widely available for your home or office as military art prints, which can be seen throughout the world in military museums, art galleries and specialist picture framers worldwide. Original art has been exhibited at a variety of prestigious locations including Christie's and Sotheby's (London), Guards Museum (London), Household Cavalry Museum (Combermere Windsor), Airborne Forces Museum (Aldershot), Bannockburn Heritage Center (Scotland), etc…

· HISTORICAL PRINTS - BRINGING THE PAST TO LIFE
Have you ever wondered what it was really like to be present at some of the most important and influential events in world history? Churms' art allows you, the viewer to experience the drama. Experience the thrill of mass cavalry charges of English Medieval knights at the Battle of Bannockburn or witness the awesome spectacle of divisions of Napoleonic heavy cavalry charging against the steadfast redcoat squares of allied infantry at the Battle of Waterloo. Experience the terror of W.W. II Japanese kamikaze attacks against American warships in the Pacific, or feel the humanity of the rescue of US sailors from the USS Indianapolis after 5 days adrift in shark infested waters.

The armies of Ancient Greece and Rome, American doughboys of WWI, as well as many United States Naval ships during a variety of wars and battles, and many British army regiments have been featured in Churms paintings.

Churms often returns to specific themes to tell a fuller story of particular events. For example, the gallant defense of Rorke's Drift in Natal during the 1879 Zulu War, the British Indian Army, or US Navy Warships of World War II, are all a collectible series of military art prints by Churms. Famous last stands are also popular subjects for Churms' palette. David Crockett at the Alamo-1836, and Custer's 7th Cavalry at the Battle of the Little Big Horn-1876, have all been presented on canvas.

·DETAIL AND HISTORICAL ACCURACY
"Detail of research for any history painting is key, if you are attempting a realistic representation" says Churms. Mark spends many months researching many of his paintings and travels the world to view historic warships, battlefield locations, museums and military archives. Churms always uses primary sources for research (first hand accounts) whenever possible, and he actually taught himself to speak French to translate Napoleonic military inspection reports, and correspondence! He also learned in detail how to construct military uniforms and has in fact made a complete reproduction of a French Napoleonic Cuirassier of 3e Regiment, sword, boots, and saddle and all, all made by hand (including a completely hand sewn uniform).

For 20th century subjects, Churms says he, " interviews with actual war veterans whenever possible and it is invaluable as they can provide the experience and detailed observations only available from those who were actually present in combat or at other historical events."



·OIL MASTERPIECES of HISTORICAL SUBJECTS on LINEN
Churms paints his historical subjects in the style of 19th Century French masters Meisonier, Detaile, David and Ingres to name but a few. Mark's work also draws from the benefits of 21st century technological advances in the fields of photography and optics. Churms is also influenced by more recent painting styles, such as impressionist masters Manet and Degas and by the work of Lady Butler, Caton Woodville and other English military artists of the Victorian period. Mark Churms military history art is painted in artist oil colors ( though commissions in acrylics are accepted also), and frequently paints large works of art on stretched fine linen. Small or large paintings are no problem for this versatile Military Artist.

Churms' artwork is also sought after by professionals and corporations, featured in prominent videos, quality product packaging, the latest historical computer games, and many military magazines and periodicals. If you are looking for quality military art prints or historical art, you need not look any further. Also, check out Mark's commission page at www.markchurms.com for any questions on commissioning your very own historical painting by the world renowned, Mark Churms. or e-mail us at original_art@MarkChurms.com


·DECORATIVE PAINTINGS FOR INTERIORS
Churms also paints beautiful pictures of quite different subject matter. Gentle flowers, subtle human portraits to animals, pictureesque landscapes and decorative compositions and abstract art decorate many fine art collector's walls throughout the world. Mark's decorative paintings for homes and offices are often painted, large scale on canvas using acrylic paints. To find out more about Mark's art for interiors click here.


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