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Tag Archives: National Gallery of Canada
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 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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Figurative Art
I recently discovered an artist website located at http://www.figurativeartist.org Naturally the name intrigued me and after learning more I applied to become a member. This is a juried and curated site and I’m very honoured to have been accepted to be … Continue reading
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Tagged art dolls, art show, artist, artists, collectors, contemporary artists, doll artist, edvard Munch, exhibition, figurative, figurative art dolls, figurative artist, figurative sculpture, figurativeartist.org, galleries, gallery, international artists, Joe Fafard, life's simple pleasures, national capital network of sculptors, National Gallery of Canada, one of a kind art dolls, ooak, orange art gallery, polymer clay, Richard and Jodi Creager, sculpture, Zarko Babeski
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The Legend of La Befana
Like children everywhere, Italian kids look forward to the arrival of the red-suited Babbo Natale on Christmas Eve. However, this relatively modern tradition pales in comparison to the anticipation generated by the arrival of an old witch in early January. On … Continue reading
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Tagged art, art collectors, art dolls, art exhibits, art show, babushka, Centofanti, christmas, christmas figurine, clay, epiphany, figurative art, figurative sculpture, figurative sculptures, holiday, italian, italian childrens market, italian tradition, January 6th, La Befana, Magi, Maria Saracino, museum of civilization, national capital network of sculptors, National Gallery of Canada, one of a kind, orange art gallery, original art dolls, ottawa artists, Panettone, polymer clay, presenza exhibit, russian, stockings, The Night of La Befana, Three Wise Men
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About Sculpture . . . Short Version
Sculpture has been central in religious devotion in many cultures. The western tradition of sculpture began in Ancient Greece. There are two basic kinds of sculpture – free standing such as statues, and the various types of relief which are … Continue reading
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