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The Wedding Cake Topper

Posted on December 18, 2023 by mariasaracino

Hi Friends! 👋 I’m thrilled to share one of my latest creations – a personalized cake topper for a wonderful couple’s wedding! Portrait commissions are a big part of the art I create and it was a great honour to … Continue reading →

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Vin et Fromage

Posted on May 4, 2017 by mariasaracino

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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The Circus

Posted on April 10, 2017 by mariasaracino

For as long as the Circus has been around, it’s been a source of inspiration and theme in both Art and Literature. Edgar Degas created a sensation in 1879 with his acrobat “Lady La La”. Renoir painted “The Jugglers” the … Continue reading →

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Teaching Art

Posted on April 2, 2017 by mariasaracino

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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Tax Incentives for Buying Art

Posted on July 25, 2016 by mariasaracino

I’m sure you’ve walked into an office and seen some beautiful artwork on the walls or sculptures in the lobby. Did you know that if you operate a business in Canada, buying original artwork qualifies as a tax deduction provided … Continue reading →

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The Power of Positive Thinking

Posted on December 29, 2015 by mariasaracino

“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.” ― Norman Vincent Peale Norman Vincent Peale was a minister with a fascination with psychiatry. He penned 46 books in his lifetime, and the most successful by … Continue reading →

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A Political Portrait

Posted on November 3, 2015 by mariasaracino

Political scandals, debates and elections have been in the news for months, both in Canada and in the US. But for Canadians, this week marks a history making moment with a new government, and a young new prime minister, who … Continue reading →

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Discover Your Creative Side

Posted on October 7, 2015 by mariasaracino

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

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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