Christopher Marley Biophilia is a pioneering art, multimedia, and sensory experience. Specifically, it illuminates man’s relationship with the natural world.
Located inside the Gallery of Amazing Things and the Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts (WMODA), this inaugural show opened as the largest solo exhibition during South Florida’s art week. Currently, the gallery hosts the event through March 31, 2018.
In this immersive exhibit, artist, naturalist, and [Link to external NYT Best Sellers list]New York Times bestselling author[/Link] Christopher Marley reveals the often-overlooked beauty in nature. Through his work, he simultaneously explains and experiences the concept of “Biophilia,” meaning the love of life or living systems.
Acclaim for Christopher Marley Biophilia
Major collectors and museums prize Marley’s artwork. In fact, over 500 galleries and special exhibits worldwide have displayed his pieces.
His publishing success matches his artistic one. For example, The Times (UK) named his first book, Pheromone, one of the Best Books of 2008. Subsequently, his second book, Biophilia (Abrams, 2015), became a New York Times Bestseller.
Furthermore, Marley boasts an impressive list of awards. These include Best in Show from the International Furnishings and Design Association and the 2010 Photo Annual Winner from Photo District News. Notably, his work even served as the design inspiration for the Nike Track shoes used by athletes in the 2016 Olympic Games.
Sustainability in Art
Tapping the natural world as his medium, the Christopher Marley Biophilia collection includes rare elements of nature. He utilizes animal, vegetable, and mineral specimens to create revolutionary three-dimensional work.
Crucially, he ensures ethical sourcing. He uses only organisms that are either reclaimed (vertebrates) or sustainably harvested (invertebrates).
Marley explains his mission clearly: “My objective is to increase a love and appreciation for the aesthetics of organisms.”
Global Recognition and Exhibitions
Prominent publications have featured Marley’s work. The list includes The New York Times, Scientific American, Vogue (Italia), and Smithsonian.com.
Moreover, his solo exhibitions span a wide cultural cross-section. He has showcased work at exclusive retailers like Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue. Additionally, renowned museums such as The Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University have hosted his collections. Most recently, Guillermo del Toro featured Marley’s work in his 2016 exhibit, At Home with Monsters, at the Los Angeles Museum of Art.
Looking forward, Marley continues to break boundaries. In September 2017, he opened Pheromone Asia Studio in Beijing. Significantly, this became the first entity granted legal permission to import insect specimens into the People’s Republic of China.
Ultimately, the Christopher Marley Biophilia exhibition serves as a massive milestone. Showcasing over 400 original works, it allows visitors to witness the ancient connection between art, nature, and science revealed.
