Atom Studio + Gallery is honored to introduce the captivating portrait work of artist Mark William Szemkus.  This special exhibition will be on display beginning the evening of January 30th from 6 to 9 at the gallery in Bucktown Center for the Arts, located at 225 E. 2nd St. in Davenport. The public is invited to visit the show, which is being featured for three weeks and to view other original artwork by local working artists.

Mark William Szemkus created art throughout his childhood and up until his college years.  Three years ago, he began working in graphite and charcoal by sketching the human figure at "A Fine Line" with Atom Studio + Gallery artists Jason Frank and Brad Bisbey.  In November of 2012, he began using the medium of acrylic paint and discovered he possessed a special talent for capturing a likeness through portraiture.  He later traded in acrylic for oil colors in October of 2013.  Mark has attended workshops with Jeff Hein and Casey Baugh (during which he painted his piece titled Ana #3).

January 1st, Atom Studio + Gallery launched our new wedding & gift registry to provide an original, personal, and timeless option to celebrate any special occasion. We also offer classes for artists of all ages and abilities, with gift certificates available - a great gift for the hard to shop for.