NEW YORK, NY – Chelsea’s Agora Gallery will feature the original work of Marliese Scheller in A Splendid Summer Showcase. The exhibition opens August 24 and runs through September 14, 2019 with an opening reception on Thursday, September 5 from 6-8 pm. Any art lover who enjoys thought-provoking artworks and meeting talented and interesting artists is encouraged to attend.

About the Artist 

At the heart of Marliese Scheller’s artwork are the techniques that she has mastered to perfection. While she studied Art History, Archaeology and Fine arts, Scheller credits much of her artistry to the mentors she worked with early in her career; from Frans Masereel, she learned graphic art and the “Masereel” technique, a process of ink drawing and keeping only those that are perfect and from Henry Gowa she learned the secrets of a luminous palette and gained insight to the realm of true colors. These teachings combined with Marliese’s technique of fresco oil painting define her creative process.

Traveling to Lebanon, initially for an archeological dig, Scheller became immersed in the art culture. Her interests deepened and she became well versed in Zouk Mikael, a traditional Lebanese arts and craft. For three years, Scheller trained weavers in the Aubusson style of tapestry weaving. At the peak of her interest, the first tapestry exhibition took place and she took great pride in being a vital part of the revival of Zouk Mikael. As an artist, Scheller believes that inspiration evolves with time, a theme that is

most relatable in her artistic journey.

Exhibition Dates: August 24 – Sept 14, 2019

Reception: Thursday, September 5, 2019 6-8 PM

Gallery Hours: Tues-Sat 11:00am – 6:00pm 

Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, New York, NY 

Event URL: https://www.agora-gallery.com/Exhibition/Splendid_8_24_2019-Artist-Marliese_Scheller.aspx

Featured Artists:

Chinemerem Omeh | Stephanie A. Pitoy | SirK | Marliese Scheller | Mariela Soldano | Sandra Guy | Charlotte Lisboa | Tringa Khadija | Yutaka Fujimori | Salwa Almoayyed | Leandro Miguel Cruz | Ada Luisa Trillo | Rachel Misenar | Jerry Anderson | Aaron Pierre Pines | Gray | Ai-Wen Wu Kratz | JANINA Leigue

About the Exhibition

In and Out of the Garden is a collective exhibition presented by Agora Gallery, featuring work by nine different artists with mediums ranging from painting to mixed-media to installation. Natural forms, expressive compositions, and bold color palettes create an energetic narrative focused on the exhilarating and intoxicating reality of the human experience.

About Agora Gallery

Agora Gallery is a contemporary fine art gallery located in the heart of Chelsea’s fine art district in New York. Established in 1984, Agora Gallery specializes in connecting art dealers and collectors with national and international artists. The art gallery’s expert consultants are available to assist corporate and private clients in procuring original artwork to meet their organization’s specific needs and budget requirements. With a strong online presence and popular online gallery, ARTmine, coupled with the spacious and elegant physical gallery space, the work of our talented artists, who work in diverse media and styles, can receive the attention it deserves. Over the years Agora Gallery has sponsored and catered to special events aimed at fostering social awareness and promoting the use of art to help those in need.