Mark German on creativity
I think I first encountered Mark German in the critique forum.. a wonderful place to make friends :) He’s always been very considerate and considered in his dealings with people, and I think that shows through in both his work, and his responses to these questions. He’s a man who sees the world fully, rather than just passing through it.
How does being a creative person and pursuing your creativity affect other aspects of your life?
Growing up, I did not realise that I was creative. Looking back, I can see that creativity is what made me tick all along. Everything I do revolves around creativity. My work, my passions, and me relationships. I tend to see things a little differently from the normal, which is why most people think I am a little weird. The other side of my working life is staging live events, where being creative is essential. I like to think I have a strange blend of logic and creativity, which gets me in and out of trouble on a regular basis.
Tell us about one person or moment that has made your time on redbubble particularly special or meaningful
In general, I most enjoy following budding artists and watching them evolve. There is often a predictable path taken by photographers, for example. The snap-shot stage, the Photoshop filters and heavy post-treatment stage, and finally, the real photographer comes out. When I see this, I feel all warm and fuzzy. One of my favourite photographers on this site is David Malcomson
Not a flashy photographer, but man, his images speak with a deep and personal voice that touches me deeply.
Of course, there are many other artists and writers here that make an impression on me, but you asked for just one ;)
Show & tell us about five works on redbubble that have moved or inspired you
I have many favourite artists and writers. It would be impossible for me to sift through them all to find a ‘top 5’. So instead, I will start from my latest favourites, and pick five random beautiful pieces of work.
1. Lost Prince
Simply a stunning candid portrait. Such depth to the eyes and beautiful contrasting black and white. A traditional composition that is straight up and unassuming.
2. Isolation
Another black & white portrait – I have a soft spot for them. The white window mullions contrast against the dark background, defining the confinement of the beautiful girl, her hand pressed against the glass. Is it longing? Fear? Her eye looks back at something we can’t see. This is at once a mysterious yet beautiful photo.
Weird, confronting, and strangely sorrowful, this masterpiece of an android with its blank eyes, opened mind and string of pearls will have a different story for each viewer. To me, the story is one of sorrow – being different but trying to meld in, and unable to see the result from the other side.
4. Silence
I may not be a romantic, but I’m a romantic.
Since this made me cry like a little girl, I’ll put it up there with the rest.
Read it – ‘nuf said.
Lisa Jewell
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