FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 2025
The Royal Debut: 812 Royal Gallery opens with new works from René Romero Schuler in welcome celebration
during Super Bowl LIX and upcoming grand opening in March
Schuler’s works will be featured amongst other artists such as Masatake Kozaki, Jim Blanchard, Thomas Bruno, and Hayden Hall
René Romero Schuler, Morlen, oil on canvas, 30 x 24 in
New Orleans, LA – Artist René Romero Schuler debuts new paintings and sculptures in The Royal Debut alongside other artists as part of the opening exhibition at the new 812 Royal Gallery during Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans, LA. The exhibition opens on February 1st, with a welcome celebration on February 7th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, followed by a grand opening on March 15th.
Schuler is known for her oil paintings and sculptures that depict ethereal, overtly feminine beings in rough textures and monochromatic color. Her figures often verge on abstraction to look beyond the surface of societal expectations placed especially on women and examine the nature of imperfection, interpretation and universal intimacy. Schuler is presenting new paintings and sculptures at 812 Royal Gallery as part of these larger explorations, showcasing her style and message for the very first time in New Orleans.
Schuler will exhibit work alongside artists Masatake Kozaki, Jim Blanchard, Thomas Bruno, and Hayden Hall..
Details
Exhibition opening: February 1st
Welcome Celebration: February 7th, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Grand Opening: March 15th
René Romero Schuler, Spindrift, steel wire, 38.5 x 11 x 9 in
About René Romero Schuler
René Romero Schuler is an American painter and sculptor who creates powerful images that speak to the complexities of the human condition and the spirit that connects all human beings.
Feminine figures are a constant in Schuler’s art, which she claims is equal parts self-portraiture and depictions of the range of emotions she has experienced. Her challenging childhood imbues her work with an appreciation for the universal yet essentially intimate struggles and triumphs of human existence. In her quest for a feeling of connection, Schuler speaks to global and societal issues that impact us all.
Schuler’s paintings and sculptures are purposely semi-abstract and textured, rendering them open to interpretation by the viewer. Their power lies in the layers of applied materials scraped, carved and incised by hand and the elusive quality of the figures – wholistically beautiful but symbolic of the scars and flaws that shape individuals.
Currently represented by galleries across the U.S., Canada and Europe, Schuler has had major exhibitions throughout the U.S., Europe and Asia, and has work included in the permanent collections of numerous museums and institutions.
Schuler’s art and selected essays and poetry are collected into published works: René Romero Schuler: Life and Works, 2013; René Romero Schuler, 2016 and René Romero Schuler, 2019, now available in its second edition. A fourth book, Ladies, was published in 2023.
Website: https://www.reneromeroschuler.com
Instagram: @reneromeroschuler
About 812 Royal Gallery
812 Royal Gallery is a woman-owned establishment founded by Kyla Bernberg. Together with her partner, Jack Bosma, their team brings over 25 years of experience in the Royal Street gallery scene. Nestled in the heart of New Orleans’ historically rich French Quarter, the gallery harmoniously blends the city’s timeless elegance with contemporary artistic expressions.
Their two-room gallery offers a curated experience: one space honors the mastery of renowned traditional artists displayed among carefully selected antiques, while the contemporary bay showcases exceptional talent from around the globe. This duality reflects New Orleans itself—a city where tradition meets innovation, and eclecticism meets refinement.
Website: https://www.812royalgallery.com
Instagram: @812royalgallery