Mark Vanner
Mark Vanner
Mark Vanner (born 1978) is a British poet and visual artist known for his explorations of identity, social justice, and contemporary political themes through both literary and visual media. His work blends figurative imagery with abstract expressionism and is often published in independent literary magazines.
Early Life and Education
Mark Vanner was born in Nottingham, United Kingdom, in 1978. While detailed information about his formal education is not widely available, he began publishing poetry in the early 2000s.
Career
Poetry
Mark Vanner's poetry has been published in various respected literary journals and magazines, including The Rialto, AMBIT, Across the Margin, Apocalypse Confidential, Mono Fiction, and Outlaw Poetry.[1] His poem It Only Hurts When You Walk Away was shortlisted for the Forward Prize in 2004.[2]
In 2024, Vanner released his debut poetry collection titled The Bone That Swallowed A Man, published by Anxiety Press. The collection features a foreword by American author Mark SaFranko, who praised Vanner's work, stating, "If you have this collection in your hands, count yourself very lucky. You are about to meet Mark Vanner. You are about to enter his world through his poems. And they are fascinating. You won't be disappointed. For him it's just the start in the world of letters, but I expect we will be hearing from him for a long time to come."[3]
Visual Art
Mark Vanner is also an accomplished artist, whose visual work explores themes of morality, alienation, and transformation. His style fuses abstract and figurative elements, often rendered in stark monochrome.[4] He has exhibited work through several platforms and galleries, including Saatchi Art.[5]
Critical Reception
The Bone That Swallowed A Man received positive reviews from various publications. *BroadwayWorld* highlighted the collection's deep exploration of the human condition, noting its blend of humor, introspection, and social commentary.[6] Additionally, *LeftLion*, a Nottingham-based magazine, praised the collection for its surreal and imaginative storytelling, commending Vanner's ability to blend humor with existential themes.[7]
Personal Life
Mark Vanner lives and works in Gloucestershire, UK.[8]
References
- ↑ https://www.markvanner.com/
- ↑ "Three Poems by Mark Vanner". 8 November 2022.
- ↑ "BOOKS".
- ↑ https://www.mark-vanner.co.uk/
- ↑ "Mark Vanner".
- ↑ "Mark Vanner Releases New Poetry Collection THE BONE THAT SWALLOWED a MAN - POEMS".
- ↑ "Book Review: Mark Vanner's 'The Bone That Swallowed a Man'".
- ↑ "ABOUT".
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