Marian Ichaso Lefeld is an accomplished Venezuelan visual artist and educator who has resided in the United States for over two decades. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Fine Arts from Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Marian has showcased her work nationally and internationally, with exhibitions in prominent cities such as Caracas, Dallas, Amsterdam, and Buenos Aires.
In addition to her artistic pursuits, Marian is a full-time professor in the art department at Dallas College, where she imparts her knowledge to students through studio classes and art appreciation courses. Her expertise and passion for teaching help cultivate the next generation of artists.
Marian’s recent exhibition, titled Tierra de Gracia, took place at the esteemed Latino Cultural Center in Dallas. This exhibition, featuring a remarkable collection of over twenty monumental and large-scale paintings created in recent years, marked a milestone in her artistic journey. Her artworks explore the intertwining relationship between the Modernist architectural movement in Caracas and Venezuela’s oil boom. She focuses on oil paint and incorporates other media such as egg-tempera, printmaking, and installation. With a masterful use of color, she intricately layers geographical and political landscapes, resulting in ethereal visual representations that capture the multifaceted nature of her homeland.
Marian Ichaso Lefeld’s artistic expression and dedication to education have solidified her position as a respected figure in the art world. Her work serves as a captivating exploration of Venezuela’s complex history and contemporary narratives.