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Figurative Artist

Artists Speak – Dealing with Isolation

Posted on March 27, 2020 by mariasaracino

Bastien Martel – Metal Artist “It is definitely challenging for everyone but more so for artists. When your studios and galleries are all closed you are basically left to yourself. Being an artist is already a solitary occupation so not having … Continue reading →

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Artists in Isolation

Posted on March 26, 2020 by mariasaracino

As artists we are used to working alone, nevertheless, galleries and shows are important for us to see how other people react to our work. For the next few weeks, as we deal with the Covid 19 crisis, we plan … Continue reading →

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Inspired by Love

Posted on February 13, 2020 by mariasaracino

Love is the heart and soul of creativity. It has inspired some of the most famous masterpieces in the world, from the architectural splendor of Emperor Shah Jahan’s Taj Mahal, to the passionate sculptural embrace of Canova’s “Psyche Revived By … Continue reading →

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Beauce Art, International de la Sculpture

Posted on December 5, 2019 by mariasaracino

Congratulations to NCNS member, Béla Simó, who was choosen to represent Canada at the symposium, Beauce Art The International of Sculpture that will be held in Saint-Georges, Québec, from May 24th to June 14th 2020. He is one of ten … Continue reading →

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France Grice, Feature Artist

Posted on November 8, 2019 by mariasaracino

by Mary Lou Devine Driving up to our next artist’s home/studio, I was struck by the beautiful colours, both in her front yard and on her door, where there is a beautiful glass panel which welcomes visitors to her world. … Continue reading →

Artist of the Month – Sandra Marshall

Posted on October 4, 2019 by mariasaracino

by Mary Lou Devine The first piece of art one sees when walking up to our October profile artist’s home/studio in central Ottawa is a vase in which nestles a healthy, green Boston fern and which portrays a very recognizable … Continue reading →

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The Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa

Posted on August 28, 2019 by mariasaracino

by Maria Saracino When I stepped into the role as President of the National Capital Network of Sculptors, one of the goals was to have a bigger presence at the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa. The Network has been … Continue reading →