Mark Hearld

(b. 1974)

Mark Hearld is a British artist and printmaker best known for his richly patterned linocuts and collages that celebrate the English countryside, wildlife, and seasonal change. His work combines a deep knowledge of vernacular design with a playful, decorative sensibility, often featuring birds, trees, and rural architecture rendered in bold colour and flattened perspective. Hearld studied Illustration at Glasgow School of Art before completing an MA in Natural History Illustration at the Royal College of Art, where he was taught by John Lawrence. His practice spans printmaking, collage, ceramics, and design, and he has produced work for books, textiles, and public commissions, gaining a wide audience for his distinctive visual language. Hearld contributed a print to the Curwen’s 50th anniversary portfolio, reflecting his standing within contemporary British printmaking. His work is held in numerous public and private collections, and he is regarded as a leading figure in the revival of decorative, nature-inspired printmaking in Britain.