On Kindness ...

"What wisdom can you find that is greater than kindness?"
- Jean-Jacques Rousseau 

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"Whether one believes in a religion or not,
and whether one believes in rebirth or not,
there isn't anyone who doesn't appreciate kindness and compassion."
- Dalai Lama

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"The best portion of a man's life, his little, nameless,
unremembered acts of kindness and love."
- William Wordsworth

'Bianco astratto'
© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved. SERANTONI Designs.etsy.com

Available on premium Fine art Metallic paper at https://www.etsy.com/listing/87623799/flower-photo-bianco-astratto-fine-art?ref=shop_home_active_6

California, Stolen Moments ...

Stolen moments. California dreaming. Pastoral Zen. Spaces for healing. Rejuvenate, reinvigorate. Inspiration takes flight again... 

'Art of Leisure' ©

'Tosca Cafe' © 

'Telegraph Hill to Coit Tower' ©

© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved.

Images from the 'City Novellas Collection' are available at http://www.SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com. 

Dreaming of Tuscany...

'Celebrate Me Home'

'Room with a View'

'Pomegranate & Artisan Terra Cotta'

'Paradiso in Chianti Vineyard' 

© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved.

My Lucca, Chianti and Florence are available at http://www.SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com. 

Last Metro to You

'Last Metro to You'
© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/113384780/paris-photography-metro-sign-french

Road Trip Art Adventure

Apologies on the sabbatical, but I am back! Wall Decor licensing required research time to decide whether to accept a contract offer. Legal counsel won out, as it was too restrictive during and after the designated timeframe. It is difficult not to jump for joy over high-end retailers, but a fair and balanced calculated risk assessment remains the mandate.

What does one do when a blast of energy and newfound inspiration is in order? Road trip. We drove to Las Vegas for a two-day blitz. The Peter LIK Galleries in the Venetian and at Caesar's Palace were first on the list. Standing before the mammoth Fine art photographic creations was the perfect elixir. It was particularly noteworthy to hear the Gallery Reps discuss the blind judging process for PPA International Photographic Awards. They were as proud of Lik's Merit Awards, as am I, of my hard-won Merits. A humbling experience. I have the highest regard for those who choose to chase beauty and light in the world we live in.

The Rotella Gallery at the Forum Shops at Caesars was next up for revered magical moments. I wanted to view the work of Seattle's Art Wolfe, who I have followed for so long. Magnificent! The Gallery offered an introduction to the photography of Robert Rotella, David Yarrow and Michael Levin. It would be an understatement to say that I was in composition and color heaven. The adventurer's spirit was overwhelmed by Landscape, Nature, Wildlife and Human Canvas collections. A favorite moment was to sit before Wolfe's 'Power and Grace' homage to the White Carmargue Horses of France.

Dale Chihuly, the adored glass artist and sculptor was presenting a book signing under his fantastical 'Fiori di Como' ceiling installation at the Bellagio. What a perfect finale to a rejuvenating art adventure road trip! 

Wishing you a Happy Merry Christmas with a December 'Water Lily'.

'Water Lily' available at www.SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com.
Photographic Print, Giclee' Gallery Canvas, and new addition to the paper product line.
© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved.

Featured Artist ~ Atelier ONE Gallery, La Linea Bella!

I am thrilled to announce ~
New Art at Atelier ONE Gallery 2014 now includes select Fine art photographs and paper products by Mary Serantoni/ SERANTONI Designs.

Atelier ONE is the sister Gallery to La Linea Bella! Beate Casati is curator/owner, Fine artist and European trained Printmaker/Framer who creates the most exquisite dressings for the art presented in Charlottesville, Virginia's favorite destination for original art, unique hand finished frames and other creations. The venue is located in artisan-filled McIntire Plaza, and was featured in SCOUT Guide, C-Ville Niche Magazine, Tierisch Exklusiv, and Where Women Create.


SEE official blogpost at:
http://www.lalineabella.com

© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved.

Venetian Fairy Tale, Metallic Print, Serantoni Designs

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Forest art - Modern Nature photography

On a weekend trip to Napa Valley,  I was totally inspired by the mighty Oaks surrounding what can only be described as our lodging in a perfect treehouse. I wanted to transform our condo walls to recreate this sensation of modern treehouse life. A series of oversized Giclee' Canvas' and Fine art photographs printed on a rich Metallic art paper became reality. Custom sizing, by request.

Petite 10 x 10" prints are currently available in the Nature Collection at

https://www.etsy.com/shop/SerantoniDesigns/about?ref=shopinfo_about_leftnav 

Treehouse I.

Treehouse II.

© Mary Serantoni/SERANTONI Designs 2014. All rights reserved.

5 Photographs, No Words ...

Inspired by 'FIVE PHOTOGRAPHS, NO WORDS' Emerging Photographers series, PDN Magazine.

1. 'A Beautiful Solitude'

2. 'West Side Story'

3. 'Church of Sedona'

4. 'It's a Beautiful Day'

5. 'Ode to Plein Air'

In memory of the artist' uncle Robert Straube 

© Mary Serantoni. All rights reserved.

Spring has arrived!

With compassion for our friends back East, today's post is a joyful reminder that Spring has arrived. Welcoming vibrant color, nature hikes, boat festivals and cycling season!

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” -Robin Williams

'It's a Beautiful Day'
*** 2013 Merit Award of Excellence, AZPPA - Professional Photographers of America ***

'Esprit de Tulips'

www.SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com
© SERANTONI Designs. All rights reserved.

A walk through Paris...

I thought you might enjoy a walk through Paris to escape the winter chill. These note card designs created with vintage-goodness are for the paper product line. Enjoy this series of great escapism.

 'Society River Seine'

'French Passion'

  'Parisian Market'

 'Do You Glaces?'

 'Bonjour, Paris!'

 'Conversations with Trees'

'Secret Courtyard'

Available at http://www.SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com.
© SERANTONI Designs 2013. All rights reserved.

'Wabash Avenue L Train' - Exhibits in 'The Ultimate Composition' at Scottsdale's Method Art Gallery

Now Showing!
“The Ultimate Composition” Competition

Image by Ryan Lusher

Artist Reception this Thursday During this special "Holiday" Artwalk from 7-9pm
Join us for a VIP reception from 6-7pm!

A spectacular evening with live music from Niki Parks and Josh Foster, The Phoenix Grilled Cheese and Grilled Addiction will be here for your culinary delight!
 The winner of this competition will be announced at 8:30pm.

This was very interesting!
We have never had so many finalists. We also haven't seen this many honorable mentions. 412 images total!
Simply an awesome collection of work you must see! We have had 16 artists come back for this competion.

Showing from now until February 1st. 24 images priced for a perfect gift!

During this Holiday Artwalk we will be offering a gallery wide 10% discount! Mention this email.

More News! Alexi Devilliers (our robot artist) should be a father by the time you read this! 
Also check out Alexi on PBS Artbeat: http://www.azpbs.org/artbeat/play.php?vidId=6340

Method Art
4200 N. Marshall Way
Suite 1
Scottsdale AZ 85251

EXHIBITION NEWS! ~ 'Wabash Avenue L Train' accepted to show at Scottsdale's Method Art

EXHIBITION NEWS! ~ 'Wabash Avenue L Train' accepted to show at Scottsdale's Method Art - Juried Photography Competition Results for “The Ultimate Composition”. December 3rd, 2013 until February 1st, 2014. 412 images were submitted, 23 selected. Method Art Gallery located in Old Town Scottsdale. http://www.methodart.com/juriedshow/index.htm

Opening Reception on December 5, 2013.

Method Art
4200 N. Marshall Way
Suite 1
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Spring hours are:
Monday - By Appointment
11:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday - Friday
7pm - 9pm Thursday (Art-Walk)
12pm - 5pm Saturday
Sunday - By Appointment

The 30-year tradition of Scottsdale ArtWalk takes place every Thursday evening from 7pm-9pm in the Scottsdale Arts District along Main Street and Marshall Way in Downtown Scottsdale.

© Mary Serantoni 2013. All rights reserved.

French Botanicals

The French Bouquets rival the Italian wines. It's very difficult not to select one on the way home. As Italians insist on a small glass of wine with the evening meal, the French enhance the artful home with the beauty of florals. The goal is the same, creating a 'Dolce Vita' lifestyle of living the sweet life. Simple pleasures are the best.

Fine art prints are available at SERANTONI Designs.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/113360426/flower-photographs-set-of-four-5x5?ref=shop_home_active

© SERANTONI Designs 2012. All rights reserved.

Signed original Fine Art photographs, 'French Garden Collection' ~ Paris Collection. 
This offering is for a set of four 5 x 5" art prints taken at Paris Flower Markets and 
Monet's House in Giverny village, France. Create a striking Story Wall Quartet, or deliver beautiful Hostess gifts. Save when you collect print sets. 

These Fine Art Photographs are printed by a professional lab on premium Metallic photo paper. Metallic paper has a glossy finish and metallic appearance that creates images of exceptional depth with rich, vibrant colors. Archival. UV coated. Shipped in a plastic archival photo sleeve and sturdy, moisture-resistant packaging.
*** Premium Lustre paper with Matte finish available upon request. ***

TITLES: 
'Monet's Garden Blush' 
'Bleeding Hearts'
'Monet's Garden Jewel' 
'La vie en rose'

More Paris Photographs available: 
http://www.etsy.com/shop/SerantoniDesigns?section_id=7648016

Visit my shop for additional work:
http://SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com 

Ships from USA ~

'Finding Shakespeare' featured by Art Business Institute

A Shout Out! of Gratitude is extended to the Art Business Institute's 
'Great Handmade Dad & Grad Gift Guide 2013' (06/03/2013) ~ 
featuring 'Finding Shakespeare',
Fine art photography from The Paris Collection available in Art Print and Gallery Canvas at www.SerantoniDesigns.etsy.com.

"A wonderful find for the literary grad, photographer Mary Serantoni’s print “Find Shakespeare” is a photo of a Paris bookstore which is an historical landmark for literature and theatre lovers. 8″ x 10″ print retails for $30.00."
- http://www.artsbusinessinstitute.org/blog/great-handmade-dad-grad-gift-guide-2013/

© SERANTONI Designs 2012. All rights reserved.

Signed original Fine Art Photograph. 'Finding Shakespeare' in Paris. Historical landmark for literature and theatre lovers. 
TITLE: 'Finding Shakespeare'
Size: 8 x10" (version 1.) - or - 8 x 12" (version 2.)

Per New York Times (12/14/2011): "Celebrated haunt of Hemingway and James Joyce. Visitors list reads like a Who’s Who of American, English, French and Latin American literature: Henry Miller, Anaïs Nin, Samuel Beckett and James Baldwin were frequent callers in the early days; other regulars included Lawrence Durrell and the Beat writers William Burroughs, Allen Ginsberg and Gregory Corso."

This Fine Art Photograph is printed by a professional lab on ENDURA Metallic photo paper. Metallic paper has a glossy finish and metallic appearance that creates images of exceptional depth with rich, vibrant colors. Archival. 

More Paris Photographs available: 
http://www.etsy.com/shop/SerantoniDesigns?section_id=7648016

The Venice Collection featured on Photography Blogger

http://www.photographyblogger.net/beautiful-venice-italy-travel-photography-by-mary-serantoni/

Much gratitude to author Stephanie Kay-Kok of Photography Blogger for featuring selections from The Venice Collection on the popular Photography Blogger (05.09.2013).

Beautiful Venice, Italy – Travel Photography by Mary Serantoni

• By: Stephanie Kay-Kok

Mary Serantoni is a fine art travel photographer who’s originally from Chicago and now lives in Phoenix. Her portfolio focuses mainly on European street scenes, especially from Italy and France. She had a vivid style almost like a painting, with soft scenes and blended colors. Her shots of Venice are particularly lovely–showing the city’s ‘streets’ of water at their most beautiful.

To see more of Mary’s photography, visit her website, blog or etsy shop.

I Could Have Danced All Night

Poetic Bridge in Venice

If Walls Could Talk (Campo de L’abazia)

Intermezzo, Venice

Juliet’s Windowscape

Fresco at St. Mark’s Basilica

Men at Work

Walk with Me

Venetian Jewel

Alfresco

Buon Giorno, Venice!

Venetian Fairy Tale

© Mary Serantoni, SERANTONI Designs. All rights reserved.