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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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Julenisse

Posted on November 14, 2024 by mariasaracino

This year feels a little odd not making any of my little elves, but I love Christmas and I couldn’t help myself – I made one little Santa. A Norwegian character called Julenisse. 18” tall on a leather horse, loaded … Continue reading →

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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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Laissez les bon temps rouler!

Posted on February 16, 2023 by mariasaracino

It’s believed the origins of Carnevale date back to the 1,200’s in early Roman times. Of course, the Carnival of Venice is probably one of the most famous celebrations. Not just in Venice, all of Italy dresses up this month … Continue reading →

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Heirloom Santa Art Retreat

Posted on July 26, 2022 by mariasaracino

Organizing a 4 day vacation art retreat took a lot of planning, especially trying to anticipated everything we would need, not only to work together, but to live together while creating. Other than forgetting blue paint for Santa’s eyes, I … Continue reading →

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Mood Swings

Posted on January 7, 2022 by mariasaracino

It’s always fascinated me how the chain of information spreads from person to person. The interpretation and the range of human emotions and reactions are so different. One of Norman Rockwell’s illustrations sticks out in my mind. It’s called “Gossip”. … Continue reading →

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The Art Connection Summit

Posted on September 15, 2020 by mariasaracino

Under normal circumstances, September would be the start of a new series of workshops offered in my studio. However, Covid19 has disrupted everything. But from hardship comes innovative new ideas and a different way to gather and learn from each … 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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Studio Space Downsize

Posted on May 30, 2020 by mariasaracino

This quote by Leonard Da Vinci is going to be put to the test as I settle into my new studio space – a compact 8′ x 6.5′ room. This is the space where I sculpt and create my figurative … Continue reading →

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A Story About the “Mémère” Elf

Posted on November 22, 2019 by mariasaracino

Last November I posted photos of some Christmas elves I made. Not long afterwards I received a message from someone who was in a frenzy to get her hands on one particular elf I had shown that looked just like … Continue reading →

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