Marie Antuanelle is a Sydney-based contemporary artist whose practice represents a profound journey of transformation and technical mastery. After relocating to Australia in 2012 and pivoting from a corporate career managing 20 global brands at Procter & Gamble, she immersed herself in the framing and printing industry for two years—mastering archival standards that ensure her heavy, three-dimensional works are museum-grade and structurally sound for global transit.

Her signature practice, Sculptural Topographies (2025-2026), is built on "Material Alchemy"—transforming coastal materials into sophisticated art through meticulous layering of premium mixed media acrylics, Sand collected from around the world, and genuine minerals including Amethyst and Quartz. Using her signature whipped texture technique and architectural impasto, she creates three-dimensional surfaces that shift with changing light, evoking windswept dunes and tidal patterns.

Rooted in the wabi-sabi philosophy of finding beauty in natural imperfection and a meditative creative process, her work serves as "Atmospheric Anchors" that bring the tranquility of Australia's shorelines into contemporary interiors. Her practice has resonated with collectors and interior designers worldwide, from Sydney to Los Angeles to Dubai.

Challenge: A Sydney interior design studio needed to create a calming, meditative environment for a corporate wellness center. Standard artwork felt flat and failed to create the sensory impact required for a therapeutic space.

Solution: Marie's sculptural coastal artworks were selected to serve as calming focal points that would bring nature indoors and create dynamic visual interest responding to natural light throughout the day.

Result: The textured pieces transformed the space into a genuine sanctuary. The 1-2cm sculptural relief creates shifting shadows that clients find meditative. Post-installation surveys showed 85% of clients reported feeling more relaxed in the space. The design studio has since commissioned three additional pieces for other wellness projects.

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Challenge: After a complete beachfront residence renovation, the homeowners struggled to find artwork that matched the sophistication of their new interiors while capturing the essence of their coastal location. Everything felt either too generic or too literal.

Solution: Marie created a custom sculptural piece that would serve as the living room centerpiece, complement the ocean views, and work with their neutral palette.

Result: The custom piece became the heart of their home. The textured surface catches ocean light streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a 'living' artwork that changes throughout the day. Visitors consistently ask about the piece, and the homeowners report it brings them daily joy. They've since referred two friends for custom commissions.

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Physical Depth

1-2cm sculptural relief creates dynamic shadows that shift with ambient light.

Authentic Materials

Real Australian sand integrated into premium mixed media acrylics for genuine coastal connection.

Archival Standards

Gallery-grade stretched canvas supports the weight and integrity of heavily textured layers. Sometimes I use Birch Board Canvas to support weight of the texture and ensure no warping in the future.

Custom Gallery Grade Framing

High Quality Custom Framing in Oak , White, Black or Gold can be done on request - its an Add on for all the Original Artworks.

Ocean Conservation

A portion of each sale supports Ocean Conservation Programs.

International Shipping

High standard Art Shipping provided with UPS or DHL curriers worldwide. Art Insurance included to make sure your art arrives undamaged.