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Utica, New York Skyline Signed Print
The city of Utica is a colorful place, and this print reflects just that - from the Stanley Theater to Union Station. Matted reproduction print of original illustration signed by the artist. Watermark will not appear on final image. Available sizes: 8x10 inches unmatted 8x10 inches matted 11x14 inches unmatted 11x14 Inches matted 16x20 inches matted
Yarrow Mason Jar Recipe Cards
Recipe cards make sharing your favorite recipes personal and special. When given away, they become a keepsake and a reminder of your love and friendship. They're also a great idea for a bridal shower gift, or as a keepsake for the bride from the guests!
Retro Sorrento illustrated recipe cards are printed on archival velvet soft cardstock. They're easy to write on and their bold colors will help you remember which card that special recipe is on.
Our Yarrow Mason Jar Recipe cards have a watercolor and ink illustration printed in the bottom corner, and are accented with a blue floral motif at the top.
These recipe cards fit standard sized, larger boxes and measure approximately 4x6 inches.
Interested in personalization, large quantities or special sizing? Message us!
"Moonlight Caravan" Mug
Wish you were camping, when you're having that morning brew? My "Moonlight Caravan" mugs will make you feel like you're there. This full color mug with blue inside and handle is unique and perfect for your favorite cup'o joe or tea. This 11 oz. ceramic mug is a perfect gift for the outdoor or camping lover in your life! Local pick up available using code RSLOCAL.
Utica Love Wrapping Paper
Angela Johnson of BB Designs/ Utica Love teamed up with Maria Vallese of Retro Sorrento to create this one of kind wrapping paper to spread that #uticalove! Each artist illustrated 6 of the 12 days of Utica Christmas! Now you can wrap up your gifts with art and spread the #uticalove to everyone nationwide!
Package includes 5 sheets of 24"x36" gloss wrapping paper. Each sheet will cover a standard shirt box.
Utica Skyline Mug (B&W)
Need a little more funk added to your morning coffee? My Utica NY Skyline coffee mugs will do just the trick! This black and white mug with green inside and handle is unique and perfect for your favorite cup'o joe or tea.
This is a perfect gift for someone who's moved out of the area, as a reminder of home!
Utica Skyline Mug (Color)
Need a little more color added to your morning coffee? My Utica NY Skyline coffee mugs will do just the trick! This full color mug with green inside and handle is unique and perfect for your favorite cup'o joe or tea.
This is a perfect gift for someone who's moved out of the area, as a reminder of home!
Bohemian Gypsy Chandelier Earrings in Teal, Green and Rust
Approximately 1 inch in diameter and 1.75 inches long with beading. Silver toned findings. *Sterling silver ear wires available for additional cost, please message me for details. These bohemian crochet chandelier earrings are inspired by the colors of early autumn. They are handcrafted with teal, green an rust egyptian cotton and embellished with czech glass beads and copper toned drops. They are then heavily stiffened so they will not lose their shape and can be worn for years to come. I started creating crochet earrings in 2009 to solve the problem myself and so many women have of wanting a fashionable earring, but not wanting to deal with the weight on their ears. These earrings, along with my other products, are extremely lightweight, giving the wearer much more freedom. These pieces are hand-drawn designed and made individually with time, care, and positive thoughts - which I hope travel along to you with your purchase.
"Life on Mars?" David Bowie Print
Available sizes: 8x10 Unmatted 8x10 inches matted (5x7 image) 11x14 Unmatted 11x14 inches matted (8x10 image) 16x20 inches (11x14 image matted) Ready to fit right inside a frame. "Life on Mars?" is a mixed media illustration inspired by the life and creativity of David Bowie - particularly his Ziggy Stardust/Aladdin Sane personas. This listing is for a high quality, matted and signed print of "Life on Mars?" I mat each and every one of my prints myself, matching the color for the mat to fit the print perfectly. The prints will fit in a standard sized frame, and are ready to display! Artwork is the perfect gift for a new homeowner, someone with an office, an art lover, etc.
Volkswagen Beetle Christmas Card: "Season's Greetings"
Single 4.25 x 5.5 inch Holiday note cards. Blank inside. Original Volkswagen illustration is a mixed media piece with digital painting. Envelopes included! Copyright Maria Vallese 2017
FX Matt Brewery Utica, NY, Saranac, Utica Club, Beer, Upstate ny
F.X. Matt Brewery, home to Saranac and Utica Club, is a landmark of the west end of Utica, NY. If you've ever been or lived in Utica, you've probably been on a tour of this beautiful, historical building. Matted reproduction print of original painted illustration signed by the artist. Watermark will not appear on final image. Available sizes: 8x10 inches (5x7 image matted) 11x14 inches (8x10 image matted) 16x20 inches (11x14 image matted) PLEASE SPECIFY if you have any preference on mat color, otherwise I'll pick out something nice! I promise it will look great!
Merry and Sweet, Christmas Cookie Card, Italian Cookies, Xmas Cookies, Italian Christmas, Chrismtmas Card, Christmas Traditions, xmas card
One of the best part of the holidays is the cookies and coffee, right?! Modeled after my favorite holiday cookies, you can now send along something sweet to friends and family near or far!
Single 4.25 x 5.5 inch Holiday note cards. Blank inside, matte finish. Copyright Maria Vallese 2017.
Utica New York, Utica NY, Stanley Theater, FX Matt Brewery, Utica Club, Utica Art
The city of Utica is a colorful place, and this print reflects just that - from the Stanley Theater to Union Station. Matted reproduction print of original illustration signed by the artist. Watermark will not appear on final image. Available sizes: 8x10 inches unmatted 8x10 inches matted 11x14 inches unmatted 11x14 Inches matted 16x20 inches matted
Utica Snow Globe Christmas Card, Greetings from Utica NY, Xmas Cards, Utica Christmas, Chrismtmas Card, Utica NY, xmas card
4.25 x 5.5 inch Holiday note cards.
We all know Utica can be a snowy wonderland come Holiday time! Send along some snowy cheer to friends and family near and far with this skyline snow globe greeting card. Matte finish and great to right on, your recipients may even want to keep this one to decorate with!
Original illustration is a mixed media piece with digital painting. Copyright Maria Vallese 2017
Utica Coloring Book with Made In Utica
I love working with my friends over at Made In Utica, and I'm especially excited about this project I worked with them for the 2016 Holiday Season: The Utica Coloring Book!
Over the past few months I have been creating black and white ink illustrations of some of my favorite places in our city for you to color in this 16-page booklet. This is a limited printing, with a limited quantity, so get yours online at madeinutica.com/shop ASAP!
Here's just some of what you'll find inside:
More info From Made in Utica:
"Celebrating all the ways Utica is colorful! The perfect Made In Utica gift or collector’s item to keep!
More than just a coloring book, this is a collection of art featuring illustrations by Retro Sorrento. Artist Maria Vallese has beautifully and intricately detailed some of her favorite #madeinutica places. Color it in, frame it, keep it – this is a book to be treasured and enjoyed. Also makes a perfect holiday gift for Utica friends and family near and far. Available in a limited quantity for a limited time only.
The Details
16 pages of unique designs
Includes artist’s notes and descriptions
Only 250 available
8.5″ x 11″ in size
Orders will be shipped out no later than December 12th
You may also choose to pick up your order on December 10th from 10am-2pm at Made In Utica, #323 in Mayro Building on Bank Place in Utica
What are you waiting for? Don’t miss your chance to have the Utica Coloring Book for yourself, your kids or your loved ones. ON SALE NOW."
I've been all over town helping promote this, including a stop at the Uticast this past week. I talked with Sam about my art career thus far, my the Coloring Book, my favorite books, the Beatles, and more! Listen to the episode here:
Utica Key - Custom Tattoo
A few months ago my friend Adam asked me to create a tattoo design for him based off of a photograph he took. Adam lives in Downtown Utica and wanted to add a little bit of his love for our city to his tattoo collection. Adam and I have known eachother for a very long time, so I was honored to not only have several pieces of artwork hanging in his home, but be able to create a permanent piece for him.
The final image was tattooed on Adam's arm by Joe Zielinski at Inkorporated Tattoo, located on Genesee Street in Downtown Utica.
Life on Mars? David Bowie Portrait
Available sizes: 8x10 inches (5x7 image matted) 11x14 inches (8x10 image matted) 16x20 inches (11x14 image matted)
Ready to fit right inside a frame. "Life on Mars?" is a mixed media illustration inspired by the life and creativity of David Bowie - particularly his Ziggy Stardust/Aladdin Sane personas. This listing is for a high quality, matted and signed print of "Life on Mars?" I mat each and every one of my prints myself, matching the color for the mat to fit the print perfectly. The prints will fit in a standard sized frame, and are ready to display! Artwork is the perfect gift for a new homeowner, someone with an office, an art lover, etc.
Gig Posters
Over the past few months I've had a few commissions for gig posters - something I find super fun and have always wanted to do!
My friends over at MadeInUtica.com commissioned me for a poster for their upcoming Soul Train event with The Adirondack Scenic Railroad. I wanted to intertwine the look from the Soul Train music variety show from the 70's/80's era with an iconic image from Utica. Because the train ride is starting out at Union Station the obvious pick was the outside facade of the building (although I also threw around some ideas with a skyline and a train landscape). I'm a big fan of Filmore Posters from artists like Brian Graham and Bonnie MacLean - so you'll definitely see their influence here in color and style.
The Soul Train poster will be given away with event ticket purchases which can be made at the Adirondack Scenic Railroad's website, at the train station, or at MadeinUtica.com.
I've also been creating posters for DJ Ease One's gigs at Lukin's Brick Oven Pizza on Varick Street in Utica. DJ Ease One plays a mix of hip hop and R&B with some classics in the mix. Go see him you'll have a blast!