Mark Patnode
33 Granite Street
New London, CT 06320
Voice: 860-460-8458
email: mpatnode@ct.metrocast.net
Mark working on his design for the New Haven Symphony Orchestra
Mark working on his painting of Susette Kelo's House
Photo by Nicole Hawley of Mark working at Mitchell Beach, New London
In The News
Opening Night - Saturday February 4th @ 5PM
'A Live Retrospective of Mark Patnode', Tsetse Gallery CT, February 2012. See Mark's art change throughout the month as the Gallery displays his art work as it is completed... and you won't want to miss the New London Series!
http://www.facebook.com/TseTseGallery
January, 2012
By invitation, two of Mark's latest works from the New London Series are now hanging in Mayor Daryl Finizio's office, New London, CT.
September 21, 2011
Mark's painting, The Price of Freedom, is accepted into Expressiones Cultural Center's ‘Love’ - an exhibition juried by Jeffrey W. Cooley, Director of The Cooley Gallery, Old Lyme CT.
http://expressiones.net
August 12, 2011
Mark's painting, "Getting Underway" is accepted into the 31st Annual Faber Birren National Color Award Show - Elizabeth Sterling, VP, American Art Specialist, Christie's, New York, Juror.
July, 2011
Mark was a "Documenting through Technology" Workshop Presenter at "Roots for Innovation" - 2011 HOT Schools Summer Institute: http://www.cultureandtourism.org/cct/cwp/view.asp?a=2212&Q=480426&PM=1
The HOT Schools Summer Institute is a week-long residential conference for teams of teachers, artists, administrators, parents and arts organization personnel interested in teaching and learning in, about, and through the arts. The Summer Institute features presenters and workshops leaders who are national experts in arts in education. The Summer Institute is open to participants from Connecticut and the nation.
May 17, 2011
Mark received coverage:
Mark is grateful to the Record Journal for coverage of his and Felow CCT Teaching Artist Dr. Roger Tremblay's efforts at Lincoln Middle School:
http://www.myrecordjournal.com/features/article_e5e21b5a-8037-11e0-8f46-001cc4c03286.html
April 26, 2011
Mark received coverage:
Artists "Cross the Bridge" To Take Part In Hygienic Juried Exhibit
http://newlondon.patch.com/articles/artists-cross-the-bridge-to-take-part-in-hygienic-juried-exhibit
April 20, 2011
Mark received an Honorable Mention from Juror Janice LaMotta for his painting "Getting Underway" in The Sixth Crossing Annual Juried Exhibition, Hygienic Art Gallery. The opening reception will be Saturday, April 23 from 7-10 and the show will run through Saturday May 21.
http://hygienic.ning.com/events/call-for-artists-6th-annual
April, 2011
Mark is a Member of the Teaching Artist Mentorship Pilot Phase II. In 2010, Mark was a Member of the Teaching Artist Mentorship Pilot Phase I. The Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism (CCT) created the Teaching Artist Pilot Mentorship Program to help Teaching Artists strengthen their skills, understanding, and abilities, particularly in the areas of developing documentation, and assessing high quality arts learning experiences.
March, 2011
Mark received a personal note from President Obama for the signed Charter Oak poster he gave to the President and First Lady.
January, 2011
Trees: An Exhibit of Paintings By Mark Patnode
NAC Gallery
60 Broadway / Norwich CT 06360
860-887-2789
Opening Reception: January 7 from 6-8 PM
Exhibit runs: Wednesday, January 5 to Saturday, January 29
Gallery hours: Wednesday through Saturday 12-4 PM
NAC presents Trees, an art exhibit of landscape paintings by artist Mark Patnode at the NAC Gallery. Creating a tangible sense of place in his paintings, Patnode often works on a large scale to further envelope himself in the act of creating, and conveying that experience to the viewer. "The light from the sky influences everything," Patnode says, "because it is not only above us but all around us. What is around objects puts color in them."
Patnode recently received recognition for his painting of the Charter Oak that was chosen by Governor Rell to be used for the logo of Connecticut's Tercentennial. He has been a Fellow of the Urban Artists Initiative and has exhibited his work internationally.
For more details, contact the gallery at 860-887-2789 or email us.
http://www.norwicharts.org/news/index.shtmlDecember 14, 2010
Mark was honored to represent CT Arts in Education interests in Washington, DC, this past Thursday at The National Mall.
http://newlondon.patch.com/articles/a-piece-of-connecticut-on-the-national-mall
http://www.ct.gov/cct/cwp/view.asp?a=3933&q=467244
http://www.ct375.com/press/CONNECTICUT%20EXPLORED_CELEBRATING%20CONNECTICUT'S%20FOUNDING.pdf
December 3, 2010
Mark will be available to sign large Charter Oak posters, donated by Barker Specialty http://www.barkerspecialty.com at Hygienic Arts on Saturday, December 4, 2010. For details, please visit Hygienic Arts:
http://hygienic.ning.com/events/mark-patnode-signs-charter-oak
November 30, 2010 News
Mark thanks Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell. She, and husband Lou, are near & dear to Arts efforts to all of Connecticut. Mark expresses many thanks to the Governor's Exceptional Staff (special thanks to Nora Duncan), the Exceptional Staff of The Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism (special thanks to Karen Senich, Bonnie Koba, Amy Ben-Kiki), and HOT Schools.
http://www.ct.gov/governorrell/cwp/view.asp?A=3872&Q=469204
October 27, 2010
Mark had a great time with Lincoln Middle HOT School Students in Meriden, CT creating ornaments for the National Christmas Tree - thanks to Renée Fournier & Roger Tremblay! Special thanks to NBC 30 (view here): http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local-beat/Meriden_Christmas_Ornaments_Hartford-105908858.html
October 16, 2010
In today's Norwich Bulletin Mark's Charter Oak Painting story appears in an article written by Sharma Howard.
September 22, 2010
Governor M. Jodi Rell joined Mark at Barker Specialties booth to co-sign CT 375 products at Connecticut Day at the Big E! Mark was also honored to march in the parade a few steps behind Gov. Rell, family, and staff.
September 13, 2010
Mark, along with Fellow Connecticut Teaching Artist Mentorship Model Presenters Bonnie Koba, Thomasina Levy, L'Ana Burton, Roland Duprey, will be at the New England Consortium of Artist-Educator Professionals' 9th annual conference: "Play is the Thing: The Serious Work of Play" September 23rd in downtown Brattleboro, Vermont.
Website: http://www.artisteducators.org
Summer, 2010
Connecticut's 375th Anniversary Gift Shop Now Open & featuring items with the image of Artist Mark Patnode’s Charter Oak. Visit the Gift Shop at the 375th official website: http://www.ct375.com (look under Gift Shop)
May 13, 2010
Connecticut Gov. M. Jodi Rell Unveils Charter Oak Painting in Honor of 375th Anniversary of Connecticut. “On behalf of everyone in Connecticut, I am very proud to accept this absolute treasure to help mark our 375th Anniversary,” the Governor said during the unveiling at the Connecticut Convention Center. “The Charter Oak embodies the spirit of Connecticut – strong, resilient and deeply rooted in heritage. Mark Patnode’s talent and generosity add another important chapter to the story of the Charter Oak and our state, one that will continue to be told for generations.”
The State hosts a CT375 Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/ct375
Updates also posted on: www.ct375.com
Photo - Roger Tremblay
March 19, 2010
Connecticut Gov. M. Jodi Rell, left, Mark, and Karen Senich, Executive Director of the state's Culture and Tourism Commission in Mark's New London studio Friday, March 19th. By invitation, Mark is painting an image of the Charter Oak for the state's 375th anniversary celebration.
March 8, 2010 Mark's work is in three feature exhibits:
Members Exhibition at Mystic Arts Center, Mystic
The 67th Annual Connecticut Artists Juried Show at Slater Memorial Museum, Norwich, CT, Leslie Lillien Levy, Juror.
Sonambulo - Federico Garcia Lorca Exhibition, Expressiones Cultural Center, New London
February 5, 2010
The Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism (CCT) is piloting a Teaching Artist Mentorship Program in 2010. Six CCT Directory Teaching Artists (L'Ana Burton, dance; Jackie Coleman, theater; Rolande Duprey, puppetry; Leslie Johnson, writing; Thomasina Levy, music; and Mark Patnode, visual arts) were invited to participate.
http://www.artisteducators.org/statespotlight.htmDecember 12, 2009 Mark is developing plans for Salvation Army Hartford North End Corps Arts in Education Students in a pilot program under a grant by Target Corporation.
November 17, 2009
Mark was delighted to be a Presenter at the 2009-10 CTT Arts in Education HOT Schools Teacher Artist Collaboration (TAC) Day.
Mark's pilot program with The Salvation Army - The Right Place was a featured demonstration.
November 15, 2009
Mark was delighted to participate in the Mystic Area Shelter and Hospitality, Inc. Fundraiser at Foxwoods Grand Pequot Ballroom.
November 7, 2009
The autumn colors in Connecticut are changing to mauves and russets with a few warm bursts. Mark was at Murray Pond working on a new scene. Joan Levy Hepburn graciously hosts artists who visit Art at Murray Pond. For more information visit www.joanlevyartist.com.
October 24, 2009
Maria-Cristina Necula's new book of poems, "The Bliss Delusion Tango" is now available (http://blissdelusiontango.com).
Mark is honored to have one of the poems dedicated to his Bulgarian paintings.
October 2, 2009
Mark is pleased to announce his biography is included in the 30th Anniversary edition of Who's Who in American Art for 2010.
September 24, 2009
Mark is pleased to announce Zatista.com is presenting him as their Featured Artist of the Day. http://www.facebook.com/zatista
September 18, 2009
Mark is pleased to share the achievements of Young Learners at The Salvation Army - The Right Place in Hartford, CT. Mark is conducting an arts-centric Residency to address Connecticut Frameworks encouraging Young Learners to develop multiple skills. Funded through a Fisher Foundation Grant, the program enables inner-city Youth to gain valuable experience in the arts and is integral to their development as youth in the 21st Century. For more information see Current Residency.
August 16, 2009
Mark's painting, "House in Serafimovo" is featured in today's New York Times. The coverage is beneficial for Hygienic Galleries and Mark is honored to represent the interests of the nearly 40 artists & writers participating in BULGARIA // Then + Now at Hygienic Art Galleries. Details under Latest Exhibits.
"House in Serafimovo"