Mark Cudd

31 March 1964, Original Painting

2025

Artist Comments
Based on a snapshot from the mid-1960s, this painting depicts a young boy spending the afternoon with his best friend. The beagle's alert eyes contrast with the kid's subtle expression. The monochromatic tones evoke warmth and a nostalgic feel.

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, nostalgia, memory, portrait, dog, beagle, boy, child, pet, black and white, monochromatic, portrait, friends, animals, people, modern , acrylic painting, grey

31 March 1964
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.