Marley Nichelle
Artist Exchange
Originally from the Low Country of South Carolina, Marley Nichelle is a self-taught freelance photographer, versed in landscape, street, concert, and studio photography, currently based in Charlottesville, VA and Choppee, SC. Nichelle views photography as a constant learning experience where they tap into different photographic mediums to push boundaries and challenge themself to master not only their craft but also the content and stories they produce. Through various multimedia projects such as Geechie Marley Experience, they curate images that bring awareness to and create space for vital conversation and education around race and culture, which provide an opportunity for healing, liberation, and diversity of perspective.
Since their entry into the photography world in 2019, Nichelle has showcased in exhibitions at McGuffey Art Center, Welcome Gallery at New City Arts Initiative, Studio Ix, and Second Street Gallery. Nichelle’s work has been featured in media outlets such as the Associated Press, NPR, New York Times, and Shutterstock.
Instagram: @marleynichelle
Bio courtesy of the artist.
