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Riding the Rails
A year ago the Orange Art Gallery challenged it’s artists to create works of art based on the theme “The Railway Crossing”. The Orange Art Gallery is in a 120 year old historic building that used to house the bank … Continue reading
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Montreal, Here I Come!
I’m heading to Montreal next week for an exciting weekend of promoting my figurative sculptures. It will start with an appearance on Breakfast Television Montreal with Derick Fage on Thursday, September 8th, followed by two “Meet the Artist” events. The … Continue reading
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About Polymer Clay
When you think about sculpture you often think of two or three-dimensional forms carved in traditional mediums of stone or wood or cast in metal or plaster. My medium of polymer clay is still considered the new kid on the … Continue reading
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Witches Cast A Spell Over Art.
Before vampires became part of our popular culture, there was a time when witches, witchcraft and general feminine mischief held a prominent place in our hearts. Men, women and children have all been accused of sorcery, but the majority of those accused … Continue reading
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Hockey Night in Canada
Do Canadians love hockey? Well, for some, it’s what defines them as Canadians. They eat, live and breathe hockey. It’s our game. We invented it. We take pride in it. We turn out some of the best players in the … Continue reading
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Tagged arenas, art dolls, art exhibits, art galleries, art shows, Canadian, Canadiana, figurative art, figurative art dolls, figurative sculpture, hockey, hockey night in Canada, hockey passion, hockey practice, Maria Saracino, orange art gallery, ottawa, ottawa art galleries, ottawa art scene, ottawa galleries, Ottawa Senators, polymer clay, polymer clay art dolls, polymer clay figures, polymer clay sculptures, sculpture, Senators, sports, Tim Hortons, Toronto Maple Leafs
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Women of Distinction
I was recently asked to contribute a figurative sculpture to the Women of Distinction Breakfast in support of the United Way women’s SPARK Giving Campaign in Ottawa. I’ve given a lot of thought to what character would be appropriate and relatable for … Continue reading
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First Impressions
People always ask me where I get my ideas from. Of course, as part of the baby boomer generation, my own experiences often come into play, afterall, my husband and I pretty well line up with the trends and patterns of … Continue reading
Life’s Simple Pleasures Exhibit
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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