The timed auction ends Thursday July 9th at 8:00pm. Whoever holds the highest bid at the auction closing time wins.
Marley Alvarez
Diamond In The Rough, 2023
Acrylic, oil pastel on canvas
Height 152.4 cm x Width 101.6 cm
Artwork is stretched and ready to hang & comes with a certificate of authenticity
Starting Bid: $1,500
A favourite of the artist, Diamond in the Rough is a striking large-scale work alive with layered shades of blue. Scattered diamond motifs shimmer across the surface, hinting at light breaking through depth and texture.
This piece reflects the beauty of resilience — the way growth and transformation emerge even through challenges, like a diamond formed under pressure. Both powerful and serene, it carries a sense of strength, renewal, and elegance.
An original one-off statement work, Diamond in the Rough is designed to transform any space with its presence and is accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Artist Bio: Marley Alvarez’s art practice is rooted in exploring emotion through dynamic forms, layered textures, and vibrant colour. Drawing inspiration from the shifting landscapes of nature, the fluidity of music, and the complexities of human experience, Alvarez creates work that moves between intuition and structure — an abstract language that speaks directly to the senses.
Her process is experimental and fearless, often beginning with playful marks or collaborative sketches, before being layered with colour and texture to reveal unexpected rhythms and depth. This intuitive way of working allows her pieces to feel alive, unfolding with movement and emotion.
Alvarez has gained recognition for her evocative, thought provoking artworks that invite viewers to pause, reflect, and connect. Each painting carries a sense of vitality, a reminder of the beauty, energy, and calm that art can bring into our lives and spaces.