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The “Senior’s Residence” Series

Posted on September 4, 2015 by mariasaracino

In previous blogs I’ve talked about how I create sculptures that explore a common theme and subsequently develop into a collection. September is all about that – the introduction and exhibit of a new series called “The Senior’s Residence.” As … Continue reading →

Creative Inspiration or Daily Routine?

Posted on August 23, 2015 by mariasaracino

One of the questions I get asked often is “where does my inspiration come from?” Most people think it’s some kind of divine part of my artistic gift that makes wonderful ideas appear like spiritual apparitions. That couldn’t be further … Continue reading →

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Arts Accolade Interview

Posted on July 24, 2015 by mariasaracino

Interview with an artist: Maria Saracino http://artsaccolade.ca/2015/07/15/interview-with-an-artist-maria-saracino/ Category: featured Post | article en vedette latest news | dernières nouvelles uncategorized | non classé Written by L’équipe Accolade Team / July 16, 2015 Canadiana on exhibit at the AOE Gallery: July … Continue reading →

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CANADIANA EXHIBIT 2015

Posted on July 16, 2015 by mariasaracino

What comes to mind when you think “CANADIANA”? The great outdoors? . . . Maple trees and sugar bushes? . . . Hockey? . . . First Nations? . . . Our flag? . . . That’s the question I … Continue reading →

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CANADIANA

Posted on July 2, 2015 by mariasaracino

In a few weeks I’ll be setting up for a month long exhibit at the AOE Arts Council gallery in the Shenkman Arts Centre. The theme of the exhibit is “Canadiana”, a look at Canadian life and culture. While planning … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Fatherhood

Posted on June 8, 2015 by mariasaracino

June is all about Fathers and Fatherhood. I dug through my archives and I found a few pieces I’ve made that acknowledge the nurturing men in our lives. Today’s father is no longer always the traditional married breadwinner and disciplinarian in … Continue reading →

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Bring On the Golden Years!

Posted on May 22, 2015 by mariasaracino

In my last blog I mentioned that I’m developing a series that explores aging in this country. Every time I complete a piece where an older person is in the composition it is added to the inventory list for this collection. … Continue reading →

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The Baby Boomer Era

Posted on April 25, 2015 by mariasaracino

Yesterday, the cashier at Michaels Craft Store informed me that the company has changed it’s policy and every day is now “Seniors Day” – you don’t have to wait until Tuesday to get a discount. That means if you are … Continue reading →

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Happy Administrative Professional’s Week

Posted on April 21, 2015 by mariasaracino

Here’s a little something to celebrate Administrative Professional’s Day, or what used to be known as Secretary’s Day. It’s actually a whole week to recognize the importance and value of these positions in a company or business. “Nine to Five” … Continue reading →

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Portrait Commissions

Posted on April 6, 2015 by mariasaracino

In the history of art, portraiture has been recognized as the most challenging genre in visual arts. More common portraits are done in two dimensions, but for those looking to venture into that third dimension, the art of portrait sculpture … Continue reading →

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