Antonio Marra - Wonderjoy - Solo Exhibition at Scott Richards Contemporary Art

ANTONIO MARRA WONDERJOY

ANTONIO MARRA WONDERJOY June 5— 29, 2024

The Wise Ant and the Gallerist, 2024 acrylic on canvas 47 x 63 inches

WONDERJOY, Antonio Marra’s first solo exhibition with Scott Richards Contemporary Art, celebrates the element of surprise derived from experiencing the optical effects of his poly-perspective paintings. Rendered in saturated color, the recently painted works present a fascinating combination of precisely rendered geometric motifs that command our attention, yet gradually unfold to reveal hidden surprises and intricacies within.

Navigating the delicate balance between the structured confines of linear geometry and the fluid nuances of visual perception, Marra’s abstract paintings transform before our eyes while offering three distinct perspectives within an exquisitely orchestrated kaleidoscope of dynamic patterns. The magic between geometry and optics takes place amidst meticulous rows of thick, raised lines of acrylic medium that straddle the canvas akin to delicately woven threads. His compositions enthrall and beckon us closer, captivating our gaze with their rhythmic interplay.

Having initially studied mathematics, the artist ultimately followed his heart and pursued a career in fine art at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Naples, Italy. While his compositions echo influences from Cubism and Op Art, it is his profound mathematical acumen that truly shines.

Each of his visually striking paintings pushes the boundaries of optical illusion, offering distinct perspectival points that are meticulously calculated to surprise and delight.

Although he grew up in Italy, Antonio Marra has been residing in Frankfurt, Germany for many years. His works have achieved considerable international acclaim and are part of many collections throughout Europe and the United States, most notably Museum Explora in Frankfurt, the Ritter Museum Stuttgart, and ZKM Karlsruhe in Germany, to name a few. Built in 2015, the Marrahaus in Heilbronn, Germany, is a mixed use building renowned for its innovative, colorful facade designed by the artist in his signature style.

Thinking is Spatial, 2024 acrylic on canvas 59 x 59 inches

Love the Superlatives, 2024 acrylic on canvas 59 x 59 inches

Precise Coolness, 2024 acrylic on canvas 24 x 24 inches

The Wise Ant and the Gallerist, 2024 acrylic on canvas 47 x 63 inches

Raw Emotion, 2024 acrylic on canvas 24 x 24 inches

Youngster, Where are you now?, 2023 acrylic on canvas 40 x 40 inches

The Unattainable Inner Fire, 2023 acrylic on canvas 47.25 x 47.25 inches

Ultimate Happiness, 2023 acrylic on canvas 40 x 40 inches

ADDITIONAL WORKS

Nothing is More Boring than the Truth, 2022 with glass sculpture by Toots Zynsky

The Narrator Loves Surprises, 2024 acrylic on canvas 47.25 x 63 inches

Golden Gate I, 2024 acrylic on canvas 19.5 x 19.5 inches

Golden Gate II, 2024 acrylic on canvas 19.5 x 19.5 inches

Nothing is More Boring than the Truth, 2022 acrylic on canvas 55 x 63 inches

ANTONIO MARRA

BORN 1959 in Volturara Irpina, Italy EDUCATION 1980-82

Accademia di Belle Arti, Prof. Divincenzo, Naples, Italy

1974-79

Studies with the conclusion "Diploma di Geometra", Naples, Italy

SOLO EXHIBITIONS 2024 Wonderjoy, Scott Richards Contemporary Art, San Francisco, CA 2022 Tik Tok is Therapy, Heitsch Gallery, Munich, Germany 2020 Antonio Marra | The Changing Canvas : A Pop Up Exhibition throughout San Francisco Financial District, Scott Richards Contemporary Art, San Francisco, CA 2019 Brilliant Geometries, Scott Richards Contemporary Art, San Francisco, CA Antonio Marra | Neo Op Kinetic Paintings, Scott Richards Contemporary Art, San Francisco, CA 2013 Andare a spasso, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, München, Germany Bilderwandel, Fritz-Winter-Haus, Ahlen, Germany Mit beiden Beinen im Farbeimer, Galerie Wolfgang Exner, Wien, Austria 2012 Beziehungsweisen, Kunstverein, Nördlingen, Germany Galerie im Fritz-Winter-Atelier, Diessen, Ahlen, Germany

2011 Der Garten des Malers, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, München, Germany Eine andere Sicht der Dinge, Kunstverein, Bad Soden, Germany Her mit dem Pinsel, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany Feuchtfröhlicher Pinsel, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany Più Vero del Vero, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany 2010 From Naples to Shanghai via Frankfurt, Fu Xin Gallery, Shanghai, China 2009 Ich würde es wieder tun, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany Die Unsicherheit über den sicheren Sieg, Galerie Schrade, Schloss Mochental, Germany Wenn die Lust zum Meer wird, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, München, Germany 2008 Es erscheint alles möglich, Galerie der Heusenstamm-Stiftung, Frankfurt, Germany Du bist was du siehst, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, München, Germany Ausgewählte Arbeiten, Galerie Unteres Schloss, Pähl, Germany 2007 Drei Juwelen, Galerie im Hof, Baar, Germany 2006 Der geküsste Wanderer, Galerie Bergner + Job, Mainz, Germany Auf der Suche nach dem roten Quader, Galerie Angelo Falzone, Mannheim, Germany Wo ist Bruno, Fritz-Winter-Atelier, Ammersee/Diesen, Germany 2005 Northern Lights, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany 2004 Credit Swiss, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Stuttgart, Germany 2003 selected pieces 1999-2003, kunstansichten 2003, FahrradhalleTM®, Offenbach am Main, Germany 2002 Lahmeyer International, Bad Vilbel, Germany 2001 Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany 2000 Galerie Evelyn Bergner, Wiesbaden, Germany Galerie Antonio Ferrara, Reggio Emilia, Italy 1999 Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany 1995 Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany

SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS 1994 Art McCann, Frankfurt am Main, Germany 1993 Galerie Experiment Kunst, Thomas Hühsam, Frankfurt am Main, Germany 2023 New Works | Gallery Selections, Scott Richards Contemporary Art, San Francisco, CA Magic Vibes, Heitsch Gallery, Munich, Germany 2022 FUTURE? NOW! Heitsch Gallery, Munich, Germany 2021 Life On the Brighter Side, Weinberger Gallery, Kansas City, MO 2020 Future Lab 3 D, Heitsch Gallery, Munich, Germany 2019 Small Works and Special Offerings, Scott Richards Contemporary Art, San Francisco, CA ARTIST’S CHOICE: HEITSCH >< MARRA, Heitsch Gallery, Munich, Germany 2018. SKULPTURALE, communication in line, form and space, Heitsch Gallery, Munich, Germany 2014 Art Karlsruhe, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany Art Silicon Valley, San Mateo, CA 2013 Art Karlsruhe, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany Kunst 13 Zürich, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Zürich, Switzerland 2012 Beziehungsweisen, Oberhessisches Museum Gießen, Gießen, Germany Art Karlsruhe, Solo Show, Galerie im Fritz-Winter-Atelier, Diessen, Karlsruhe, Germany ViennaFair in Wien, Galerie Exner, Wien, Austria Kunst 12 Zürich, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Zürich, Switzerland Art Karslruhe, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany 2011 Art Karlsruhe, Solo Show, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Karlsruhe, Germany Art Fair 21, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Köln, Germany Art Helsinki, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Helsinki, Finland Kunst 11 Zürich, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Zürich, Switzerland Scope, Galerie von Braunbehrens, New York, NY One-Artist-Show, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany

2010 Kunst - Architektur - Kunst, Off-Space Damenstiftstraße, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, München, Germany Farbe, Raum, Struktur, Galerie von Braunbehrens, München, Germany Art Karlsruhe, Solo Show, Galerie Schrade, Karlsruhe, Germany Kunst Zürich, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Zürich, Switzerland Art Fair 21, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Köln, Germany Selection Art Fair Basel, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Basel, Switzerland 2009 Art Fair 21, Jörg Heitsch Galerie, Köln, Germany 2007 Farbe in Aktion mit Adolf Frohner, Galerie Exner, Wien, Austria Premio Agenore Fabbri, VAF-Stiftung, Mailand, Kiel, Graz, Austria Kölner Liste, One-Man-Show, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Köln, Germany 2006 Art Karlsruhe, One-Man-Show, Galerie Angelo Falzone, Karlsruhe, Germany Berliner Liste, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Berlin, Germany Art Fair, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Köln, Germany Saisonstart, Galerie Exner, Wien, Austria 2005 stripes, Galerie Exner, Wien, Austria OF-TH 10, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany art frankfurt, NetzwerkTM® Offenbach, Frankfurt am Main, Germany Art Fair, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Köln, Germany 2004 art frankfurt, NetzwerkTM® Offenbach, Frankfurt am Main, Germany Abstrakt, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany The Art of Painting II, Nacht der Museen, FahrradhalleTM®, Offenbach am Main, Germany Love, NetzwerkTM®, FahrradhalleTM®, Offenbach am Main, Germany

SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS CONTINUED 2003

The Art of Painting, Nacht der Museen, Offenbach am Main, Germany

2002

Künstler der Galerie, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany

2001

Euro 111: Offenbach, Staatliche Kunsthalle, Baden-Baden, Germany

2000 10 Jahre, Galerie Thomas Hühsam, Offenbach am Main, Germany Artissima Torino, Galerie Antonio Ferrara, Turin, Italy 1997

IPI präsentiert Silo, Hamburg, Germany acrocharge, Art McCann, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

1996

50 Jahre UNICEF, Nassauischer Kunstverein, Wiesbaden, Germany

1991

Galerie am Johannisplatz, Schwäbisch-Gmünd, Germany

SELECTED PUBLIC COLLECTIONS Museum Explora Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany Ritter Museum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany ZKM Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe, Germany Mart Rovereto Italien, Rovereto, Italy ALT & CO, Dallas, TX David and Kathy Wallerstein, Zumikon, Switzerland FDG Design Group, Miami, FL James and Sandy Yasso, San Francisco, CA Xavier Von Bertarb, Mexico, DF Michael and Yanna Xenakis, Lafayette, CA Rob and Kimberly Coretz, Tulsa, OK Sara Weinstein, Portland, OR Studio Heimat, San Francisco, CA Vance Burke Design, Los Angeles, CA Marrahaus, Heilbonn, Germany

The Unattainable Inner Fire 2023 with Merete Rasmussen sculpture

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