In Conversation: Mark Demsteader
Mark Demsteader’s working life began at his family’s butchery and meat packing business – but, after an eye-opening visit to The Louvre in Paris, he began his journey to becoming an acclaimed figurative painter. Through the trials and tribulations of establishing a name during the trend for conceptual art, Demsteader has steadfastly honed his craft; this interview, hosted by award-winning arts journalist and editor Polly Checkland Harding, explores how his hard work and determination have led to collaborations with Emma Watson and Erin O’Connor, commissions from leading fashion houses and a suite of awards. Fascinated by the human figure, Demsteader shares his influences including Degas, Rodin and Stubbs, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at how he creates his stunning paintings.