Category Archives: Art

Sculpting a Figure – Blog Series at www.Sculpey.com

Posted on July 9, 2018 by mariasaracino

This month I’m writing blog posts for the Polyform Products website and facebook page. Here’s the second post in the Figurative Sculpture series on body proportions. “Like” their page and you’ll get updates, new product news and mini tutorials. Enjoy! … Continue reading →

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Sculpey Blog Post

Posted on July 6, 2018 by mariasaracino

I am happy to announce that I am the feature blogger for the Polyform Products website at http://www.sculpey.com Each month they highlight one of the Design Squad members and July is my month. Check it out – there will be … Continue reading →

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Birthday Celebrations

Posted on June 27, 2018 by mariasaracino

Celebrating the day of your birth is a pagan tradition that dates back hundreds of years. Actually it was the Germans who are credited with starting the tradition of children’s birthday parties in the 1700s. They put candles on tortes … Continue reading →

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Polo in the Park Ottawa

Posted on June 7, 2018 by mariasaracino

The finishing touches were completed and this special commission was unveiled at the Rotary Club of Ottawa South last week. This sculpture, “The Polo Player” is being auctioned at Polo in the Park Ottawa on Saturday July 7th. I look … Continue reading →

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The “Living History” Mural

Posted on May 7, 2018 by mariasaracino

I am very proud to finally be able to share with you the unveiling of the St. Marguerite d’Youville “Living History” Mural. It’s taken several months from the initial proposal to the final installation of this collaborative mural, but the … Continue reading →

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It’s All About The Hustle

Posted on April 4, 2018 by mariasaracino

It’s going to be a busy month . . . and I love it! I haven’t participated in a Art Doll Show in years, but I’m super excited to be part of the Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Expo in … Continue reading →

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NEW! Open Studio Time!

Posted on January 16, 2018 by mariasaracino

At the suggestion of one of my students, I am now offering Open Studio Time on the last weekday afternoon of the month. If you’ve ever taken one of my workshops and want to spend some time away from the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Nostalgia

Posted on December 11, 2017 by mariasaracino

Nostalgia is that emotion that stirs up memories from our past. It’s hard to describe the feeling of nostalgia, but you can’t miss it when you have it. The holidays, especially Christmas, stirs those nostalgic feelings more than any other … Continue reading →

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St. Patricks Intermediate School – Polymer Clay Art Project

Posted on October 30, 2017 by mariasaracino

After spending a week at St. Patrick’s Intermediate School last week I have a renewed respect for teachers everywhere. I had a very unique opportunity to teach sculpting with polymer clay to over 225 Grade 7 and 8 students. Working … Continue reading →

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Father Christmas as Art

Posted on October 13, 2017 by mariasaracino

When I first started working with polymer clay and creating figurative sculptures, my Father Christmas sculptures received a lot of attention and subsequently they became the main focus of my art. I paid my dues at Christmas gift shows and … Continue reading →

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