MILFORD, PA — There will be an exhibit of landscape paintings by Marie Liu at the Hotel Fauchere, 410 Broad St., from May 9 to June 18. The exhibit opens with a reception on Tuesday, May 9 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

The historic Hotel Fauchere in Milford was founded by Louis Fauchere, a master chef at The Delmonico, the first and most famous restaurant in America in the mid-19th century and operated by the Fauchere family for over 125 years. In 2008 it was restored and reopened by Sean Strub and Dick Snyder.  It continues to be a stylish centerpiece of the town. Along with its collection of Hudson River School paintings on permanent display, the hotel will host this exhibit of regional paintings by Liu.

Liu  has been painting images of Pike County since moving to Milford in 2009.  Captivated by the rugged and pristine landscape, waterfalls and history, she set herself on a course to learn about and depict the region, to the exclusion of all else. “There is a quality to this place that is almost indescribable and haunting.  When you tap into it, it becomes an obsession. A happy obsession as it provides me with endless inspiration and focus for my work.”

She has been a partner of the ARTery, a cooperative gallery in Milford for eight years and has recently finished a year-long term as the Resident Artist of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.

She presents her research on the history of art of the region at local venues and museums.

For more information visit hotelfauchere.com or call 570/409-1212.