Marie Liu
Marie Liu’s oil paintings are recognized by their dynamic composition and expert handling of color. Her technique is a slow, methodical layering of oil paints to ultimately achieve a flawless pattern of shapes and colors. Her charcoal portraits (people and animals) are sensitive renderings that involve the use of brushes to achieve the likeness of smooth skin and soft fur.
The inspiration for her images has varied widely through the years. From humorous “Traveling Cows” – large scale paintings depicting heiffers travels around the world; landscapes that reflect her love of the undisturbed natural areas abundant in the tri-state region; portraits of people and animals; large scale public paintings and her most recent paintings that portray poignant, timeless moments in life.
After receiving fine art training at the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design in Denver, she returned to the Hudson/Delaware region, where she has honed her craft for 20 years. Her works are widely collected and she works frequently on commission, teaches art and restores oil paintings.