Mark Francis Transforms Sound and Frequency into Vibrating Abstract Paintings at Bernhard Knaus Fine Art
Mark Francis, a painter from Northern Ireland, showcases his latest collection titled 'Chroma' at Bernhard Knaus Fine Art in Frankfurt. This exhibition, which runs from September 5 to November 21, 2026, delves into the relationship between sound, frequency, and color. His artworks translate auditory experiences into visual forms, featuring dynamic color fields, rhythmic lines, and pulsating structures that he refers to as visual soundscapes. Titles like 'Sound Echo' and 'Metronomic Sound' suggest their sonic origins without being overt. Francis incorporates scientific visuals, such as microscopic and crystalline imagery, reinterpreting them into abstract geometries. His creative approach blends meticulous planning with spontaneous alla prima techniques. Additionally, his pieces will be displayed in 'Sea of Sound' at the 2026 Venice Biennale, including works like 'Signals' and 'Audio Code.'
Key facts
- Mark Francis's exhibition 'Chroma' is on view at Bernhard Knaus Fine Art in Frankfurt from September 5 to November 21, 2026.
- The paintings are inspired by sound, frequency, and resonance, translating acoustic phenomena into visual compositions.
- Titles include 'Sound Echo,' 'Metronomic Sound,' 'Veil,' 'Signals,' 'Sonic Reflection,' 'Audio Code,' 'Stalo,' 'Audio Division II,' 'Audio Division,' 'Plex,' 'Prismatic Zip,' and 'Scaler.'
- Francis draws from scientific imagery such as microscopic structures and crystalline formations, but transforms them into ambiguous painterly geometries.
- His process combines careful planning with alla prima execution, allowing spontaneity and chance to influence the final composition.
- The works are described as experiential fields of color, rhythm, and resonance rather than fixed images.
- Francis's work is also presented in 'Sea of Sound' for the Republic of San Marino at the 2026 Venice Biennale.
- The exhibition is presented by Bernhard Knaus Fine Art, Frankfurt am Main.
Entities
Artists
- Mark Francis
Institutions
- Bernhard Knaus Fine Art
Locations
- Frankfurt
- Germany
- Venice
- Italy