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Elbows Up!

Posted on April 28, 2025 by mariasaracino

I’m thrilled to invite you to the West End Sculpture Show, where my piece “Elbows Up” has been selected. Inspired by Justin Trudeau’s farewell speech, I revisited a portrait I created a decade ago when he first assumed office. This … Continue reading →

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Winterlude

Posted on October 19, 2024 by mariasaracino

A few years ago my granddaughter worked at the Beaver Tails hut on the Ottawa Canal during Winterlude. I was struck by a scene in front of the hut and registered that image in my head as one of those … 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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HyperRealism

Posted on August 23, 2016 by mariasaracino

Hyperrealism in sculpture blurs the line between clay and flesh. They can be so realistic that they make some people feel uneasy. Life size wax sculptures, or even store mannequins are easier for our brains to accept, but once the sculpture … Continue reading →

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About Polymer Clay

Posted on August 5, 2016 by mariasaracino

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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Creative Summer Fun!

Posted on June 22, 2016 by mariasaracino

The kids are home for the summer. Are you looking for things you can do together to keep them busy without defaulting to television and electronics? Or maybe a little something for you to do to get away from it … Continue reading →

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The Thunderbird Project

Posted on March 17, 2016 by mariasaracino

I want to share with you a project I will be working on over the next couple of months. It’s called “Thunderbird” and it’s a permanent installation at the Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health in Ottawa. I am excited and very honoured to be … 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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Art Night!

Posted on January 13, 2016 by mariasaracino

What better way to spend a cold winter night than with a group of friends, a bottle or two of wine, some munchies and a fun art project to stir up the creative juices. People have been rediscovering the pleasure … Continue reading →

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