Mark J Ratcliffe Art

Hi! I’m Mark and I’m from the UK. I’m an Abstract Artist based in England. I love art and creativity and I’m passionate about sharing what I learn along the way and encouraging people to explore their own creativity.

I have a Diploma in Art Therapy and Mental Health First Aid, a certified Meditation Coach and am a Reiki Practitioner. I also have a degree in Business and have over 20 years' experience in People Operations, Management and Strategy. I enjoy injecting wellness and wellbeing practices into my art.

Nature is a huge inspiration for me when I create. One of the main things I love about abstract art is interpretation - we all see different things and I enjoy listening and learning about others view points. The fluid art community is amazing and I love to teach and connect with people all over the world.


Mark J Ratcliffe Art

Is it ART? NEW SERIES / Let’s Chat! Video Blog / Art Topics & Conversations #blog #artist #art
https://youtu.be/Gb0g7ygMczI

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***COMING SOON*** I have filmed a short series of 5 episodes of “Let’s Chat!” - it’s a NEW video blog series I’m launching on my YouTube channel.

I sit down, with a cuppa, and talk about topics that might help you as an artist. I talk about Art, building resilience, finding artistic inspiration and so much more! I’m not used to sitting in front of the camera, but I’m excited to see what you think… what day of the week would you like to see this? Each episode is approx only 10 minutes and it’s packed with lots of advice, knowledge sharing and information 🖼️… and it’s all totally FREE!

First episode “But….Is It Art?” will launch soon! 💚

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NEW Creations I’m experimenting with… the Dry Dutch Pour… coming soon on my channel. #art #artist #acrylicpainting Make sure you subscribe to my channel (it’s FREE!) 🧡🤎💛

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Confused about pouring medium and cell activator?
Owatrol Floetrol is what I use here in the UK. Its composition is similar (but slightly thicker) to the US version of Flood Floetrol. The Red Flood Floetrol in Australia is mixed with paint to create a cell activator that creates cells and lacing. This is what I personally use for my ratios. NB: I don’t use Flood Floetrol and I use Owatrol as that’s the UK/European Version

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I need your help. I write monthly Blogs but I’ve been thinking of doing Video-Blogs (Vlogs) for my YouTube channel. It would be no longer than 8-10 minutes. I’d discuss different topics, explore my thoughts and offer any advice based on my own personal experience. I’d also take suggestions from you regarding topics and also do Q&A sessions. Question is… would you be interested in something like that here?

3 months ago | [YT] | 41

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4 years ago I started creating tutorial videos on YouTube and shared my first couple of paintings! Wow! Where does that time go? A huge and massive THANK YOU to each and every one of you for your kind support and encouragement. Whether you’ve been with me from day 1 or joined me today - THANK YOU! I really appreciate your kind support and loyalty. Here’s to another 4 years? The blue painting was my FIRST video 💙🩵 and a special shout out to ‪@RinskeDouna‬ for encouraging me to start my YouTube channel and film my videos xx

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My newest creation - ring pour with an amazing swipe! Wow! What do you think? #artist #fluidart #wow

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I did this painting a while ago in collaboration with Molly from MollysArtistry - we gave each other a film we loved and the other person had to create a painting. This is my creation for one of Molly’s favorite films - What Dreams May Come with Robin Williams - I did a wave because that also signified one of the first techniques I learned after watching Molly paint

4 months ago | [YT] | 111

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Shout out to Bailey the cat! A dear friend and viewer sent me these pictures of her cat Bailey watching my latest video on YouTube. Bailey starts out watching me, gets curious as to where the paint is going and finally checks out the keyboard thinking it may have gone into it! Hilarious! 😹 Thank you Denise for sharing this with me 💜🐾

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