When I first began my career as an artist, I wanted to make beautiful images that my clients would treasure. Thanks to the enthusiastic response of so many people, we have been able to create elegant works of art.

I’m both proud and humbled at being honored in so many ways, especially being inducted into the Cameracraftsmen of America and most recently into the prestigious International Society of Portrait Artists.

This society was formed to gather together some of the world’s finest portrait artists who are pursuing a new generation of portraiture. As art and technology continue to merge together in the 21st century, we who pursue our craft are constantly looking to refine our methods and our work to provide our clients with the finest pieces of art. Being inducted into this organization has enabled me to connect with other like-minded artists who share ideas, inspiration and methods.

I would like to invite you to visit my newest website: http://www.markbrandes.com as well as the ISofPA site at
http://www.isofpa.com, and give me your thoughts.

It is an exciting time, indeed!