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Tag Archives: saracino collection
Heirloom Santa Art Retreat
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
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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It’s the Little Things
Sometimes all it takes is an unexpected act of romance to show someone how much you care. A simple surprise that shows you were listening is not only an expression of love but a validation of how your partner feels … Continue reading
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A Story About the “Mémère” Elf
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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Teacher’s Sample Sale at Wall Candy Art Expo This Saturday!
Teaching is a big part of my life as an artist. I love sharing my techniques and introducing both young and old to the joys of 3D sculpting and polymer clay. My style of teaching is to work alongside my students … Continue reading
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Fish with Faces
A few years ago I developed a series of smaller sculptures for an exhibit supporting the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa. Expanding on a polymer relief class I was teaching at the time, “Fish with Faces” came to be. … Continue reading
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Light, Space, Time Competition and Exhibit
This morning I found out I received 1st place in the 3D category of the Light,Space,Time Figurative Exhibit. My winning entry was “The Railroad Traveller”. I also received a Merit Award for “Lunch in the Park”. I’m beyond thrilled, not … Continue reading
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Does She Look Familiar?
Have you every met someone for the first time and you can’t help but feel like you’ve met them before? If you mention it, that person usually responds with something like, “yes, I get that a lot.” Well meet Edith. When … Continue reading
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2019 Polymer Clay Workshops
Discover your inner artist. Check out my polymer clay workshop schedule for the next few months. Space is limited to 5-6 people for my in-studio classes so reserve your spot early. Looking for a different date or a different project … Continue reading
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Storytelling Vingette
Just before Christmas I finished a very special portrait commission. My client unveiled it as a surprise to her family on Christmas Eve, and has now given me permission to share it with you. The commission is of her late … Continue reading
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