About the Artist
Biography
Born in 1959, Mark has been a lifelong resident of upstate New York. His lifelong passion for photography began at an early age when he purchased his first 35mm film camera. Soon after, he began processing his own prints in his darkroom. Although Mark still uses film occasionally, he primarily uses digital and has instructed himself in the use and potential of the digital darkroom.
Mark worked as a materials specialist for a research laboratory where he created scientific images using a Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM). His images have appeared in several scientific publications.
Pohl's photographic work focuses on the creative process itself. He enjoys getting out with his equipment and exploring new places and experimenting with new ideas. His techniques that he uses include; Selective Colorization, Image Reconstruction and Intentional Camera Movement (ICM). Pohl has won several awards for his work.
Awards
1999 - Jurors Award; Broadway's Fulton Street Gallery, Troy, NY
2017 - Honorable Mention; Saratoga Art In The Park
2018 - Fine Art Award; Saratoga Art In The Park
2018 - Honorable Mention; Schenectady Stockade Art Show
2019 - Honorable Mention; Schenectady Stockade Art Show
2022 - Honorable Mention; Schenectady Stockade Art Show
Exhibits
1997 - Solo Exhibit, Day Spring Gallery; Saratoga Springs, NY
1997 - Regional Exhibit, Jurors Award; Broadway's Fulton Street Gallery, Troy, NY
1998 - Two person Exhibit; Broadway's Fulton Street Gallery, Troy, NY
2018 - Group Exhibit, Saratoga Arts Gallery; Saratoga Springs, NY
2019 - Group Exhibit, Northpoints Gallery; Scotia, NY
2019 - Expressions 2019 - North Country Arts, Regional Juried Exhibition; Glens Falls, NY
2019 - Landscapes for Landsake - Agricultural Stewardship, Juried Exhibition; Coila, NY
2020 - Half Moon Public Library, "Fine Art Photography", solo exhibition, Clifton Park, NY
2020 - Landscapes for Landsake - Agricultural Stewardship, Juried Exhibition; Coila, NY
2021 - Beekman Street Art Fair, juried entry, Saratoga Springs, NY
2021 - Landscapes for Landsake - Agricultural Stewardship, Juried Exhibition; Coila, NY
2022 - Landscapes for Landsake - Agricultural Stewardship, Juried Exhibition; Coila, NY
Grants
1998 - New York Foundation for the Arts, Special Opportunity Stipends
Artist's Statement
I find it amazing how our childhood experiences can shape who we are today.
As far as I can remember, I've always been passionate about the outdoors and photography. My interests range from Water Photography to Agriculture and anything in between. Lately, I've been experimenting with ICM (Intentional Camera Movement) photography. I'm always experimenting with new subject matter, ideas and techniques to expand and advance my work.
My goal is to create artwork for myself and for others to enjoy!
Old Farm Tractors: They all have a story to tell, whether it's about teaching someone to drive or farming. They have a history within a family. Sometimes they are left for shorter periods after finishing a farming task or for longer term. You'll see them where they have broken down alongside a road or on the edge of a field. Through my artwork, I would like to tell the next chapter of their story.
Water: The fluid of life! It has many characters. After a good rain or spring runoff, the stream or river can be a raging torrent, having the power to move very heavy objects. It can also be in a very peaceful or melancholic mood.
