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The Hoop Dancer
Over the last few years I have been working with the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health as a guest art instructor during their summer camp program. I’m also very proud of my role last year as the art director of … Continue reading
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Vin et Fromage
Just finished . . . this chef and his sous chef stands only 16″ tall. What’s better than a good wine, a sharp cheese and a crusty baquette? Add some fresh tomatoes and basil and it’s a perfect evening. Bon Appétit! … Continue reading
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Teaching Art
If we look back on the history of humanity, everything revolves around art. Absolutely everything. All our accomplishments, what we see, what we know, what we feel and what we learn – it’s all art. I’m not … Continue reading
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Tagged adult art classes, art, art appreciation, art classes, art collecting, art critic, art dolls, art exhibit, art exhibits, Art in Ottawa, Art Night, art show, art therapy, art workshops, artist, artists, benefits of art, clay, crafts, creativity, exhibit, facial anatomy, figurative, figurative sculpture, figures, learn about polymer clay, learn how to sculpt, life's simple pleasures, Maria Saracino, national capital network of sculptors, Orange gallery, original art dolls, ottawa art scene, ottawa artists, paint night, polymer, polymer clay, relief sculpture, saracino collection, sculpt, sculpting, sculpture, workshop
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Surround Yourself with Passionate People
Spending time with people who are passionate about what they do is like therapy for me. They inspire me, make me want to create new things, dream bigger and live on a new level altogether. Most importantly, they remind me … Continue reading
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Discover Your Creative Side
Every November, I offer a series of sculpting workshops. There’s a great satisfaction in teaching people how to make something new, but even better is watching people rediscover their artistic side and reap the benefits that stoking your creativity brings. Picasso once said, “Every … Continue reading
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Arts Accolade Interview
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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Tagged AOE, aoe arts council, art, art appreciation, art collecting, art dolls, art exhibit, art exhibits, Art in Ottawa, art show, art therapy, artist, artist interview, artists, beau's art, clay, crafts, creativity, doll art, exhibit, figurative, figurative art, figurative artist, figurative sculpture, figures, galleries, gallery, inspiration, Joe Fafard, Maria Saracino, national capital network of sculptors, National Gallery of Canada, norman rockwell, Orange gallery, original art dolls, ottawa, ottawa art scene, ottawa artists, polymer, polymer clay, ron mueck, saracino collection, sculpey, sculpt, sculpting, sculpture, vernissage, workshop
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CANADIANA
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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The Baby Boomer Era
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
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
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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