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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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Life’s Simple Pleasures

Posted on February 5, 2015 by mariasaracino

Tonight is the opening of my solo exhibit at the Orange Art Gallery in Ottawa. Months of planning and long hours in my studio have gone into this exhibit. The result . . . I will be presenting a collection … Continue reading →

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It’s Carnival Time!

Posted on January 25, 2015 by mariasaracino

If you are from New Orleans, Carnival season starts right after the Epiphany on January 6th, with most of the celebrations concentrated in the two weeks leading up to Fat Tuesday. In Brazil, Venice, even in Quebec City, Carnival runs … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Day

Posted on January 21, 2015 by mariasaracino

With Valentine’s Day less than a month away, I’ve included the subject of romance in my exhibit at the Orange Art Gallery in February. Afterall, one of life’s simple pleasures are those beautiful, spontaneous, heartfelt romantic gestures that make you fall … Continue reading →

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Life’s Simple Pleasures Exhibit

Posted on January 12, 2015 by mariasaracino

The Orange Art Gallery in Ottawa, Ontario is hosting an exclusive exhibit called “Life’s Simple Pleasures”. From February 4 to the 22nd, the gallery will be showcasing over 30 sculptures by Maria Saracino that celebrate the simplicity and rewards of everyday life. … Continue reading →

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It’s Christmas Time

Posted on December 4, 2014 by mariasaracino

Anyone who knows me, knows I love Christmas. As a matter of fact, I started sculpting Santas and Old World Father Christmas in the mid 1990’s. My Christmas sculptures gave me the opportunity to work on my sculpting techniques, hone … Continue reading →

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FIGUREWORKS

Posted on November 10, 2014 by mariasaracino

November 18th is opening night for the fifth annual Figureworks Awards Show. Figureworks aims to provide an opportunity to celebrate visual art of the human form. The organization puts the spotlight on artists, their works and the life models. This … Continue reading →

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A Teacher’s Impact

Posted on November 2, 2014 by mariasaracino

Today I taught a small group of women how to sculpt an ornament in polymer clay. It was a beginner class, but the students marvelled at what they were able to create. Tonight, as I look back at the day’s … Continue reading →

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You Are Invited!

Posted on September 8, 2014 by mariasaracino

Thursday evening, September 11th, is the opening reception for “DIMENSIONS”, the annual sculpture exhibit hosted by the NCNS (National Capital Network of Sculptors). It takes place at St. Brigid’s Centre for the Arts located at 310 St. Patrick Street in … Continue reading →

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Opening Night

Posted on July 18, 2014 by mariasaracino

Thursday night was the opening of the Orange Art Gallery’s Summer Exhibit and a meet and greet with some of the artists. It was a fun night and I look forward to more of these inspiring evenings. Artists tend to get … Continue reading →

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