About the artist
Mandy Marino is a secondary school visual arts educator and practicing artist who resides in Burlington, Ontario with her husband and dog. As a graduate of UTM and Sheridan College program in Art & Art History and Physical Geography, it is clear that art and nature play a significant role in her professional and personal life. She loves the outdoors, and enjoys capturing the vivid colours and unique patterns found within nature. Much of her subject matter is inspired by our diverse and ever changing Canadian landscape, wildlife, and of course roses.
Mandy loves to create art in a variety of media, including printmaking and digital illustrations, but she specializes in painting. She uses palette knives, found objects, bold brushstrokes and colours to create interesting textures and movement.
She has only recently begun to sell her artwork, and is leaning into the beautiful vulnerability of sharing her creations with the world.
About the studio
When did it all start?
Painted Rose Art Studio began in May 2023, but has been a dream and art practice in the making for decades!
Where did the studio name originate?
The significance of the rose and how Mandy’s business name came to be are both interconnected. Mandy has always loved studying the delicate and beautiful details of a rose: their sharp and menacing thorns contrasted with their soft and stunning petals that slowly reveal their unique textures and hues as they bloom. Mandy’s Aunt Rose was also an inspiration, as she was both fierce and gentle, strong and beautiful.
How can I become a collector?
Interested in becoming a collector of Mandy’s work? Available artworks are displayed on her website and social media for purchase online. Additionally, you can visit September Charm Flowers or The Handmade House located in Burlington, Ontario to purchase a selection of her art prints in person or online.
How can I commission a work of art?
Do you like Mandy’s style, but not seeing exactly what you need? Looking for a custom portrait of your pet? Original painting on canvas? Unique linoprint? Other creative adventure? Let’s connect so I can bring your vision to life!
Art Exhibitions
2024 Art in the Park, Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park, Oakville ON
2013 Deep Woods, Harbourfront Centre Gallery, Toronto ON
2012 Sheridan Graduate Group Show, Blackwood Gallery, Mississauga ON
Artist Residencies
2024 Killarney Provincial Park Artist in Residence, Killarney ON
Art Available in Store
2024-present September Charm Flowers, Burlington ON
2025-present The Handmade House, Burlington ON
2024 Megs’ Octopus Garden, Burlington ON