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My name is Amanda Blaine\u2014a Canadian acrylic and ceramic artist based in St. Albert, Alberta. I specialize in colourful animal portraiture, whether that\u2019s your favourite majestic wild animal or your domesticated couch potato. I\u2019m also a member of the St. Albert Potters Guild and create both functional and decorative ceramics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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