Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, b. unknown

Tarnia Marmolajo b. 1975, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic ​ Tania Marmolejo’s distinctive Caribbean heritage and Scandinavian roots have greatly influenced her approach to creating contemporary art. Tania studied graphic design and illustration in Norway before returning to the Dominican Republic to pursue fine art at the Altos de Chavón School of Design. In 1998, she earned the Bluhdorn Scholarship, allowing her to continue her education at Parsons School of Design in New York, where she graduated with a degree in Fine Art and Illustration in 2000. ​ Her artistry is a powerful exploration of the human experience, transcending conventional boundaries and redefining the world of figurative art. Through her mesmerizing large-scale paintings, she delves into the complexities of gender, identity, and cultural heritage, drawing from her unique Swedish-Dominican roots. Marmolejo Andersson skillfully weaves a mysterious realm of enigmatic female portraits that elicit deep emotions and empathy in viewers, while simultaneously addressing social issues and promoting women empowerment. Her innovative approach to capturing emotions and conveying powerful narratives through her art has earned her a prominent position in the contemporary figurative art scene. ​ Tania Marmolejo’s work has participated in numerous solo exhibitions from around the world, including “As Far As Your Eyes Can See”, KIAF Seoul, Eligere Gallery, (South Korea, 2022); “The Dream And The Voyage”, CICA Vancouver (Canada, 2022); “elenovela Life”, GR Gallery, (USA, 2022); “Santas y Tígueras”, Museo Cándido Bidó, Bonao, (Dominican Republic, 2020) and “(In Between)”, Galleri Nord- Norge, Harstad, (Norway, 2018). Her work has also been featured in group exhibitions, such as “You Me Me You”, Nicodim Gallery, (USA, 2022); “Summer Camp”, GR Gallery, (USA, 2021); “Vibraciones Conteporáneas”, Lyle O Reitzel Contemporary Art, (Dominican Republic, 2021) and “CONTEXT”, Art Miami, Lyle O. Reitzel Gallery,(USA, 2017).