Mark Hemsworth

Born in 1968 in Reading and raised in Cholsey, Oxfordshire, Mark Hemsworth is a multidisciplinary artist and filmmaker with learning disabilities and a founding member of the Shadowlight Artists collective supported by Film Oxford. Originally a skilled draughtsman and watercolourist, his practice has evolved toward photography and film, inspired by his passion for nature, aviation, and the changing landscape. Known for his extensive photographic walks, Mark captures thousands of images each year, transforming them into large-scale digital collages that explore light, time, and seasonal change. His work has been exhibited widely, including at Modern Art Oxford and international festivals such as Oska Bright and Abilities Toronto. Recent collaborations with photographer John Blythe, including Captured Moments and LUMINOUS, highlight his innovative approach to visual storytelling, blending technical precision with a profound emotional connection to the natural world.