Artist Mark Balma works in a variety of mediums  including fresco, oil, oil tempera, watercolor, and  etching. He is known for his large-scale traditional  fresco technique. Balma’s working studio is in  Florence, Italy.  Balma has perfected his art of portraiture, revealing  the complexity and soul of each of his subjects. Portrait commissions include single, family, groupings, and officials of state. His many portrait commissions include Lady Margaret Thatcher, President George H.W. Bush, President Ronald Regan, and Secretary of State Colin Powell. This Fall Mark Balma will release Still Dark Water, his  first solo musical CD. His music and lyrics, as do his  paintings, reveal the complexity and soul of life. Please sign-up to receive information regarding the purchase of Still Dark Water and associated limited edition prints, as well as information regarding portrait commissions.