Mark Cudd

January 2, 1998 (98-99 Series), Original Painting

2025

Artist Comments
1998–1999 marked a particularly tumultuous chapter for artist Mark Cudd. In this first installment of a 50-image series, he attempts to construct an honest account of that time while working to reconcile the emotions tied to those experiences. The painting features a couple closely together, sharing an intimate moment.

About the Artist
Artist Mark Cudd creates monochromatic portraits that explore the emotional layers of memory and the human experience. “My work should remind you of something,” says Mark. His paintings often stir a quiet sense of nostalgia, aiming to establish a dialogue based on common experiences, fears, ideas, and memories. Primarily self-taught, Mark draws from 20th-century photography—old family albums, found images, and his own snapshots—to shape stories that feel both familiar and imagined. His process blends multiple techniques and styles within a single image, giving each piece a distinct rhythm and psychological depth.

Words that describe this painting: monochrome, black, white, portrait, vintage, man, woman, couple, lovers, intimate, relationship, love, romantic, black and white, monochromatic, face, people, modern , acrylic painting, grey

January 2, 1998 (98-99 Series)
Mark Cudd
Acrylic painting on stretched canvas
Finished black edges
Ready to hang
One-of-a-kind
Signed on back
2025
20 in. h x 16 in. w x 1.5 in. d
2 lbs. 3 oz.