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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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The Toller Cranston Commission

Posted on August 1, 2020 by mariasaracino

Pat Gorgas came to visit early in the Covid days. We sat on my porch, social distancing as she described the project she wanted me to do. A commission of the late Toller Cranston – Canadian national figure skating champion … Continue reading →

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Cormac, the Brew Master Leprechaun

Posted on February 21, 2019 by mariasaracino

The Irish celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, their patron saint on March 17th, but did you know that St. Patrick was the son of Roman immigrants, so he is also widely celebrated in Italy. But it doesn’t stop there – St. … Continue reading →

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The Hoop Dancer

Posted on June 6, 2017 by mariasaracino

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

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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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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The Ultimate Selfie . . . A MINI !

Posted on June 9, 2016 by mariasaracino

Historically an aristocratic tradition, today, getting your portrait done is more than an exercise in vanity it’s an opportunity to be a part of the artistic process. On Tuesday night, I unveiled a series of mini portrait sculptures interpreting the street fashion photography of … Continue reading →

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Moments in Time Exhibit

Posted on February 14, 2016 by mariasaracino

My exhibit “Moments in Time” opens in a few days. The sculptures I’ve created for this exhibit explore life’s everyday candid moments. Moments that stir a familiar memory, a feeling, a reflection of modern life and, most importantly, they are presented in … 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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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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