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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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A Special Gift

Posted on January 20, 2021 by mariasaracino

I usually write about gifts people commission me to make for them, but today I want to share a gift I received. It’s been more than 4 years since “The Thunderbird” installation was completed and hung on the wall at … 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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Teacher’s Sample Sale at Wall Candy Art Expo This Saturday!

Posted on November 17, 2019 by mariasaracino

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

Posted on May 8, 2019 by mariasaracino

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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Sculpey Blog Post

Posted on July 6, 2018 by mariasaracino

I am happy to announce that I am the feature blogger for the Polyform Products website at http://www.sculpey.com Each month they highlight one of the Design Squad members and July is my month. Check it out – there will be … Continue reading →

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Polo in the Park Ottawa

Posted on June 7, 2018 by mariasaracino

The finishing touches were completed and this special commission was unveiled at the Rotary Club of Ottawa South last week. This sculpture, “The Polo Player” is being auctioned at Polo in the Park Ottawa on Saturday July 7th. I look … Continue reading →

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NEW! Open Studio Time!

Posted on January 16, 2018 by mariasaracino

At the suggestion of one of my students, I am now offering Open Studio Time on the last weekday afternoon of the month. If you’ve ever taken one of my workshops and want to spend some time away from the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Nostalgia

Posted on December 11, 2017 by mariasaracino

Nostalgia is that emotion that stirs up memories from our past. It’s hard to describe the feeling of nostalgia, but you can’t miss it when you have it. The holidays, especially Christmas, stirs those nostalgic feelings more than any other … Continue reading →

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