CV

MARK HUMPHREY
Artist

SUMMARY

Mark Humphrey is an internationally acclaimed, award-winning artist. He has received dedications, endorsements and sponsorships by notable names such as Rolls Royce, BAE Systems, UK Government and The British royal family. Examples of Humphrey’s works include;

Painting with private collectors (portraiture and still life series for upcoming exhibitions) 2019-2023, Canary Wharf Group/British Canoeing (portraits of Nick Beighton a Paralympian medallist One Canada Square solo show) 2017-2018 and KPMG (landscapes for WW1 Centenary London solo show) 2014-2016

Sculpture with Team GB Olympic and Paralympic canoe (inaugural sports sculpture to encourage team bonding and inspire performance) 2019-2023, Royal British Legion (WW1 Centenary Soldier statue unveiled in Trafalgar Square and national UK tour), Royal Navy/National Maritime Museum (Jutland memorial capsule deployed over HMS Invisible at historical North Sea site) 2013-2018, Mayfair galleries (masterpieces of art and design solo shows) 2011-2012 and Prostate Cancer (unveiled at 10 Downing Street) 2012

Installation with British Armed Forces/MoD (largest solo show hosted by Canary Wharf Estate for WW1 Centenary and UK memorial commemorating Iraq/Afghanistan conflicts) and Royal British Legion (interactive ‘poppy appeal’ memorials across UK) 2013-2018

Digital Art with private and commercial collectors (portraiture and still life NFTs) 2017-2023

Design with Jumeriah as artist-in-residence 2012-2015, Fendi, Kenzo, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Harrods, Rug Company (product collections and licences) 1999-2011 and Apple Records (Beatles), Ringo Starr, George Harrison, Mittal Steel, Jalouse Club (sculptural interiors and objects) 1997-2008

Architecture with The Other Palace Theatre/Westminster City Council (world’s only award-winning solid marble staircase sculpture) 2011-2012, Grosvenor Estate/PDP (MIPIM award for best residential building) 2000-2003 and Allianz (commercial building in Leipzig) 1993-1995

Concept with Aston Martin, Bentley, The British Museum, Chief of Defence People/MoD, Churches Conservation Trust, Dent Clocks (Big Ben)/FIFA, Dior, Dunhill, Football Association, Four Seasons, John Lewis Partnership, Kazakhstan National Museum/City Planning, Lacoste, Lawn Tennis Association/Nike, LVMH, Natural History Museum, Paul Smith, Pemberton/Rolling Stones, Premier League, Royal Air Force, Sunseeker, Tag Heuer and U.S. Embassy London (renders, paintings, drawings, sketches and maquettes) 1995-2018

CREATIVE EXPERTISE

Amalgamating skill sets

• Creating: designing conceptual architecture, designs, paintings and sculptures (sketches, drawings, maquettes and studies to overseeing the CAD/CGI renderings)
• Communicating: presenting to clients, collectors and project teams, pitching and winning new business, media interviews and public speaking
• Consulting: leading project teams, inspiring groups and organising partnerships from concept to completion
• Constructing: building architecture, design, painting and sculpture projects, working with consultants, contractors, manufacturers, specialists, studios, suppliers and workshops from start to handover
• Marketing: branding physical and digital works, building strategies for advertising campaigns, photo shoots, film directing, sales and marketing material (e.g. brochures, logos and packaging)
• Events: delivering exhibitions, expeditions, fairs, group and solo shows, judging, private views, public art, sculpture parks, talks, tours, trade visits, trails and workshops

• Public Relations: promoting advertising, books, films, online, print, radio, social, television, websites, interviews, opinion former articles, editorial features, coverage for lifestyle, art, design, interior and architecture sectors, public engagements, press calls and general media duties
• Environmental, social and governance (ESG): pioneering philanthropic projects, promoting global issues, supporting charities, building teams, partnerships and sponsorships

SELECTED COMMISSIONS

Team GB Olympic And Paralympic Canoe
Inaugural sports sculpture to encourage team bonding and inspire performance

• Conceptualised a legacy artwork to inspire, unite and pursue performance. Exploring the teams core philosophy of power, strength and focus, through vortex and torpedo shaped Paralympic Agitos and Olympic Rings symbols
• Invented and pitched numerous sketch works showcasing 2 sculptures unveiling in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 to the full team of athletes, coaches and staff. The team voted unanimously for an aspirational ‘trophy’ style concept, that highlights the teams process through a series of group workshops
• Designed, developed and built pioneering sports performance sculptures Agitos, Rings And Medals, 2019-2023 to create team bonding between the athletes and coaches for more success and results over future generations

• Delivered 2 marble sculptures, weighing over 70kgs each, to be permanently displayed at Nottingham’s headquarters for British canoeing, including a bronze miniature for travelling to championships as the teams symbolic inspirational reminder
• Assisted in delivering Project 9 for Tokyo 2020 maintaining the top Nation ranking and winning numerous medals at the games
• Celebrating the future team spirit and general success of British canoeing, through quality sculptures that represent the power of creativity to showcase water sports throughout our lives

British Canoeing, British Army/MoD And Canary Wharf Group
Sports rehabilitation artworks of a Paralympic champion
• Selected among top UK artists by Canary Wharf Group, London to paint and sculpt a 2 piece installation Nick Beighton pts1-2, 2017-2018 commemorating 100 years of the First World War
• Designed and pitched to Corp of Royal Engineers and Nick Beighton to collaborate on 7 portraits and 1 bust to showcase the story of Nick’s military and sporting journey from explosion to champion, through the stages of trauma and recovery
• Invented a painting technique to demonstrate the fragility of life through a vibrant anatomical method that communicated self-resilience and the strength of the soul

Canary Wharf Group, British Army/MoD And The Royal British Legion
Largest public art solo show commemorating WW1 Centenary 
• Selected among top UK artists by Canary Wharf Group, London to design and build an 11 piece Remembrance Art Trails nos1-2, 2016-2018 commemorating 100 years of the First World War
• Managed multiple teams (approx. 400 people) from Corp of Royal Engineers/MoD, military training regiments, specialist artisans and supported 9 military charities
• Leading a squadron of soldiers resulting in some discharged personnel remaining in the Corp. Assisted the Corp Colonel in showcasing artwork ideas for the Queens 300 year visit at the Chatham headquarters
• Supported charities with assigned artworks; Combat Stress, The Not Forgotten Association, Royal Air Force Association, Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, Royal Air Force Charitable Trust, Royal British Legion Industries, Stoll, The Poppy Factory and The Royal British Legion
• Exceeded fundraising records between 2016 and 2018 across the London business estate in the largest solo show exhibition at Canary Wharf
• Spearheaded media duties resulting in large UK and European social, online, television, radio and print coverage (e.g. BBC, Daily Mail, Telegraph, Times, Independent, Metro)

• Success of the UK’s only Remembrance Art Trail in 2016 led to a second art trail in 2018 and exhibitions including KPMG, Royal Engineers Museum and One Canada Square solo show (including 8 pioneering portraits of Paralympian and former Army officer Nick Beighton)
• The 11 piece collection, largest work over 18 x 16 metres, is now permanently displayed across the UK for public remembrance, awareness and fundraising
• Delivered project 1 month before deadline (6 months duration) to the highest quality and 20% under budget

Royal Navy/MoD, National Maritime Museum And BAE Systems
WW1 Centenary naval public art deployed over HMS Invisible at historical North Sea site
• Selected among top UK artists by The Royal British Legion to design and build a Centenary public bronze sculpture Jutland Capsule, 2016 to commemorate the battle of Jutland and raise donations
• Dedicated by HRH The Duke of York, deployed by the Royal Navy at the protected wreckage site of HMS Invincible after a group show at the National Maritime Museum

British Armed Forces, Princess Anne And Royal Wootton Bassett Town Council
Remembering Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts with a unique memorial
• Invented, pitched and donated a 5 tonne giant marble poppy memorial sculpture Forever, 2014-2015 for the public to commemorate the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts from 2007 to 2011
• Designed, built and delivered with Italian marble artisans, a gifted stone sculpture for the UK public to remember those who sacrificed their lives during current day conflicts
• Partnered with the Corp of Royal Engineers to install the sculpture and assist in attending the unveiling
• Attracted HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Anne to unveil and dedicate the public artwork.
• Led resident community groups and school academy to design a public landscape trust
• Delivered media campaigns resulting in large global social, online, television, radio and print coverage (e.g. BBC, ITV)
• Became a destination venue for UK and overseas visitors

GLA Trafalgar Square, The Royal British Legion And Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Commemorating WW1 Centenary public art statue
• Selected among top UK artists by The Royal British Legion to design and build a Centenary public bronze statue Every One Remembered, 2013-2014 (7 metres high) to commemorate 100 years of the First World War, 1914 to 2014, unveiled in Trafalgar Square (record breaking audiences for Remembrance Sunday)
• Delivered pitch to Mayor of London’s Office and the Greater London Authority to secure the Trafalgar Square site collaborating with the Commonwealth War Graves Commission
• Spearheaded media duties resulting in large UK and European social, online, television, radio and print coverage (e.g. BBC, Daily Mail, Telegraph, Times, Metro, Evening Standard)
• Led public unveilings alongside government ministers, mayors, officials and press during the 4 year UK tour including London, Cardiff, Leeds, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow and Kent; now permanently displayed in Dover
• Raised extra funds and won supplier sponsorships to deliver the project exceeding expectations under extremely tight deadline (5 months) and budget constraints

CBRE, Land Securities And The Royal British Legion
Poppy Appeal charity public artworks
• Designed pioneering temporary memorial sculptures Poppy Appeal Sculptures, 2013 for 15 UK shopping centres to fundraise for 9 military charities and generate public remembrance in retail sites that educate children about poppy appeal
• Invented, pitched, managed and delivered the poppy sculptures that produced increased retail footfall and exceeded record donation levels across many shopping centres including Royal Armouries and Royal Air Force Museums

Jumeirah
Mayfair hotel artist-in-residence
• Selected among top UK artists and designers by Jumeirah to design and build a Christmas tree sculpture Ice Circles, 2012 and assisted in branding hotel luxury goods. Designed and made a high-quality fashion collection including luggage, homewares and artwork series
• Created solo shows, exhibited series, directed fashion shoots, coordinated events, hosted talks, assisted Jumeirah stakeholders reports imagery, designed media collateral, led media campaigns and duties
• Runner-up for the best bespoke lighting in The International Design and Architectural Awards

Osborne Samuel Gallery
Mayfair gallery solo show
• Selected by leading London gallery to design and build their new Mayfair gallery premises
• Invited to exhibit a solo show Art In Life, 2012 of masterpieces for lifestyle art and design in the luxury sector alongside interior pieces showcased at Art Frieze, Masterpiece and Design Centre fairs
• Works included 3 tonne onyx bathing sculpture, rock crystal bench and exotic skin goods ranging from garments, bags and tableware
• Managed and delivered global manufacturing suppliers in Europe, India and South Africa
Organised and hosted a charity event for Woman for Woman International showcasing art and design to inspire global creativity
• Other exhibitions included Italian Institute of Culture with Rolls Royce Cars in Belgrave Square and Shizaru gallery in Mayfair

The Other Palace Theatre And Westminster City Council
World’s only award-winning solid marble staircase sculpture
• Selected by Westminster City Council for an award-winning public art sculpture Final Encore, 2011-2012 commissioned by The Other Palace theatre, St James, London to design and build a sculptural staircase
• Designed, build and delivered a 100 tonne marble staircase sculpture that became a destination venue for visitors
• Collaborated and managed stone artisans in Pietrasanta, Italy to deliver over 20 large marble pieces under difficult deadline, budget and site constraints
• Produced solid stone construction theory for the creative industry (professionals and students) as a trail blazing case study where architecture meets art
• Won first prize for the best bespoke product in The International Design and Architectural Awards

Prostate Cancer UK
Leading charity public art statue unveiled at 10 Downing Street
• Invented, pitched, managed and delivered a metal sculpture Hanging On For Dear Life, 2012 for leading cancer charity to promote awareness throughout the creative industries resulting in exhibited at a Mayfair gallery and showcased at No10 Downing Street
• Designed, built and exhibited a stainless steel figurative sculpture that swung like a clock pendulum. The surgical style work represented life and time, engaging the gallery audience through form, materiality and motion

Kenzo
Luxury brand furniture collection
• Selected and commissioned by Luxury Living Group, Italy to design a range of furniture Curved Tables Collection, 2011 for the Kenzo label internationally exhibited, retailed and showcased including media duties

Louis Vuitton
Luxury brand flooring
• Designed and manufactured bronze flooring products Golden Floor Patterns, 2010 for Louis Vuitton flagship stores
• Other projects for metal, stone, leather, silk and terracotta flooring included Ralph Lauren, Dunhill, Jumeirah and Shizaru Mayfair gallery

Jalouse
Award-winning Mayfair private members club
• Selected above renowned hospitality sector creators to design and build a private club Jalouse, 2008 in Hannover Square, Mayfair, London to the highest standards and become the world’s no1 venue for music and entertainment
• Managed macro to micro procurement (4,000 sq ft) from international artisans, workshops and suppliers under extremely tight deadline (6 months) and budget constraints
• Led the global branding campaigns for Mykonos, Qatar and Cannes festivals
• Assisted in organising premier events and music videos for individuals (e.g. P.Diddy, Mariah Carey, Tinie Tempah, Akon, Leonardo DiCaprio, Will.i.am, Paris Hilton and Mickey Rourke)
• Won first prize for the best nightclub in the London Club and Bar Awards 2 years running

International Private Clients And Collectors
Luxury residences and lifestyle
• Commissioned by private individuals to design and build turnkey residential interior, furniture, product, textile and lighting projects to deadline and budget constraints
• Managed global multifaceted consultants, workshops, artisans and suppliers to deliver the highest standards of custom-made bespoke macro to micro art and designs
• Led the design and build teams to award-winning project success with international media editorial, television and radio features (e.g. BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Sky, Financial Times, Telegraph, Times, World of Interiors, Architectural Digest, Vogue, GQ, Art Newsletter)
• Created masterpiece properties resulting in record breaking sale price per square foot in the London residential market for 2003-2004
• Other collectors include Claudia Schiffer, Michael Schumacher, Sean Fitzpatrick and Steven Gerrard

Arcelor Mittal
Berkley Square steel headquarters
• Approached and commissioned by Lakshmi Mittal to design the concept for their new corporate offices Mittal Steel Headquarters, 2005-2006 in Berkley Square, Mayfair, London (approx. 20,000 sq ft) including reception, interior spaces, private offices, conference rooms, functional sculptures and awards vitrines
• Presented designs, drawings, maquettes, samples and CAD/CGI schemes

BBC2
Award-winning bedroom sculpture
• Selected by BBC2 Home program to document the design and build process of a custom-made sleeping piece Nightcap, 2006 for a private client in Knightsbridge, London

Decorex
Award-winning kitchen and dining sculpture
• Selected by Decorex International interiors fair in Chelsea, London to design a custom-made kitchen and dining piece Curvaceous Kitchen Dining, 2003-2006 for an innovative show stand area within the exhibition
• The award-winning design featured on ITV1 and many leading media publications

Grosvenor Estate
Award-winning residential building in Hong Kong
• Selected and commissioned to design and build 17 residential interiors (approx. 60,000 sq ft) for Grosvenor Estate in Repulse Bay, Hong Kong to brand their London property image across Asia
• Managed custom-made macro to micro procurement with UK artisans, workshops and suppliers under extremely tight deadline (10 months), budget constraints and quality levels
• Collaborated with PDP architects to win the MIPIM award 2003 for best residential building
• Partnered luxury brands to deliver the show penthouse (e.g. Paul Smith, Aston Martin) and developed pioneering custom-made carbon fibre homeware collection for the unveiling
• Designed marketing campaign, led media features, organised launch event which resulted in record sale price for new build in Hong Kong 2003
• Other commissions included Ebury Mews and Dorset Mews resulting in record breaking sale price per square foot in the London residential market for 2001

Fendi
Luxury brand furniture and product collections
• Selected and commissioned by Luxury Living Group, Italy to design a range of furniture, lighting and products King And Queen Collection, 2001-2002 for the Fendi casa label internationally exhibited, retailed and showcased including media duties and advertising campaigns
• Assisted the owners in designing and spearheading multiple collections and branding over 15 years highlighting in record sales of the award-winning ‘Queen Wingchair’
• Helped develop the Fendi casa homeware brand including designing collections and fair stands (e.g. London, Milan, Paris, Miami, Singapore, Cologne and Moscow)
• Presented and secured Harrods and other global retail showrooms
• Won first prize for the best product in the British Interior Design Association Awards

Apple Records
Beatles record label headquarters
• Commissioned by renowned Beatles music label to design and build their headquarters accessories Blue Lights, 2001-2002 in Knightsbridge, London with the upmost professionalism, standards, integrity and confidentiality
• Full scale refurbishment and project management of furniture and lighting

George Harrison
Private residence
• Commissioned by a renowned individual to design and build a turnkey interior, furniture, product, textile and lighting custom-made residential project Blue Rooms, 2001-2002 to deadline and budget constraints whilst maintaining the upmost confidentiality and highest standards of delivery
• Included a special custom-made guitar cabinet inspired by his most famous guitar

Ringo Starr
Private residences
• Commissioned by a renowned individual to design and build 3 turnkey interior, furniture, product, textile and lighting custom-made residential projects Stars And Moons, 1999-2001 to deadline and budget constraints whilst maintaining the upmost confidentiality and highest standards of delivery
• Included a special custom-made sofa inspired by his most famous Beatles song

Harrods, CP Hart And Waterfront Bathrooms
Award-winning luxury brand bathroom collections
• Selected and commissioned by leading UK bathroom retailer to design a modern sanitary ware collection Water Droplets Collection, 1999-2000 including baths, basins, furniture, lighting and accessories
• The award-winning tap resulted in expanding the collection and designing more fair stands
• Led branding, developed advertising campaigns and executed media features across multiple platforms, including working with Harrods on a bespoke tap range

The Rug Company
Luxury brand rug
• Selected and commissioned by international textile brand to design a modern rug Iguana, 1999-2000 alongside leading creators (e.g. Alexander McQueen, Paul Smith and Vivienne Westwood)

Audi
Freelance creative position
• Selected by Marketplace to design furniture and flooring for Audi car showrooms across the UK 1995-1996

Allianz
Freelance creative position
• Selected by Humbeck Architects to design architecture, interiors and products for Allianz in Leipzig, Germany 1993-1995

UK Government/DTI, British Embassy And International Creative Industries
Workshops, talks and judging
• Led and inspired creative classes for professional, students and school children (e.g. British Canoeing, V&A museum, ENO Opera House and Royal Wootton Bassett Academy) resulting in designing and sponsoring a trophy sculpture for best creativity at KLC school of design
• Other appearances 2001-2018 included Woman for Woman International, Creed Design School Paris, Machida Hiroko Academy Tokyo, Detail Design School Moscow and Nouveau Design School Kazakhstan
• Selected to be a judge for ICON, DDA and IDFX Design Awards including guest speaker at the RIBA and British Embassy Moscow
• Selected to be a delegate for UK Government (Department of Trade and Industry) creative industries delegation travelling to Beijing and Shanghai China

SELECTED INVITATIONS

Four Seasons Hotels, Washington Hotel, no1 Pall Mall, Pemberton/Rolling Stones And Sunseeker
Innovating concepts for luxury sectors
• Approached by luxury brands to discuss designing interiors, products, transport and collections, 1997-2020
• Presented designs, drawings, maquettes, prototypes, samples and CAD/CGI schemes

Hatfield House, Republic of Kazakhstan, UK Government/MoD, Royal Air Force/MoD, Royal Engineers/MoD And U.S. Embassy
Innovating concepts for public artworks
• Presented architecture and exhibition designs to Astana city planning and national museum
• Presented sculpture park designs to Lord and Lady Salisbury, Hatfield House Estate
• Presented portraits to Chief of Defence People/MoD
• Presented art and designs to Royal Air Force/MoD
• Presented commemorative art designs to Royal Engineers/MoD for Queen Elizabeth II visit
• Other proposals include U.S. Embassy, Dent Clocks (Big Ben)/FIFA and Churches Conservation Trust and Extinction Art Expedition in Tuscany 2011-2018

Bentley, Dunhill, Lacoste, Paul Smith, Premier League, Ralph Lauren And Tag Heuer
Innovating concepts for luxury brands 
• Presented designs, drawings, maquettes and CAD/CGI schemes for potential collections
• Other proposals include Football Association, John Lewis Partnership, Lawn Tennis Association/Nike, Natural History Museum and The British Museum 1996-2014

Aston Martin, Dior And Rolls Royce Cars
Innovating concepts for luxury brands 
• Approached by luxury brands to discuss designing interiors, products and collections 2006-2013
• Presented designs, drawings, maquettes, prototypes, samples and CAD/CGI schemes

AWARDS
The International Design and Architectural Awards, Best Bespoke Product, London, UK 2013
The International Design and Architectural Awards, Best Bespoke Lighting, London, UK 2013
London Club and Bar Awards, Best Nightclub, Mayfair, London, UK 2010
London Club and Bar Awards, Best New Nightclub, Mayfair, London, UK 2009
Bentley Awards, Best New Residential Design, Hong Kong 2006
The World of Interiors Awards, Most Innovative Design, London, UK 2004
Design & Decoration Awards, Best Contemporary Furniture, UK 2004
MIPIM Awards, Best Residential Building of the Year, Cannes, France 2004
Architect Design Merit Awards, Best New Building, Hong Kong Institute 2004
British Interior Design Association Awards, Best Product, UK 2004
International Bathroom Awards, Best Tap Design, UK 2001

DEDICATIONS
Lord Provost of Glasgow, Sadie Docherty, Scotland, UK 2016
HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Ann, Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire UK 2016
HRH Duke of York, Prince Andrew, Canary Wharf, London, UK 2016
First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones, Cardiff, Wales, UK 2015
Lord Mayor of Cardiff, Margaret Jones, Cardiff, Wales, UK 2015
Simon Callow CBE, The Other Palace, St James, London, UK 2012

EDUCATION
Middlesex University, Interior Design BA Hons, London, UK 1989-1993
Maidenhead Art College, Fine Art Foundation Diploma, Berkshire, UK 1988-1989