For the Eyes Only: NIADA Puts a Spotlight on Makers of Art Dolls
NIADA was founded in 1963 by Helen Bullard, Gertrude Florian, Magge Head, and Fawn Zeller—artists who created handmade, non-play dolls.
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Author: Hannah Kelley
Ideas in Abudance
With imagination and skill, Maria Asenova turns simple wool, cotton, and linen into dolls that radiate charm and personality.
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Doll Development: Natalie Scholl Sculpts Baby Dolls That Are True to Life
When one dream ends, another will eventually take its place, and while not always the case, common themes sometimes emerge.
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Lessons in the Arts
Dollmaker Ankie Daanen Shares Her Talents By Hannah KelleyPhotos Courtesy of Ankie Daanen Raised...
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Fabric Puzzle Pieces: Nina Gasparyan Fashions Quality Couture for Dolls
Florence, Italy, is home to Nina Gasparyan, who hand-stitches and embellishes doll-sized outfits, drawing inspiration from the city, nature, fashion, and her travels.
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Driving An Industry Forward: Dollspart Supply Co. Is Committed To Serving the Doll Community
With a constant demand to manufacture new dolls, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that some never lost favor with collectors.
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Whispers of Creativity
Iryna Ivakhnenko grew up dreaming up dolls of her own. Her earliest creations foreshadowed a future designing ball-jointed dolls.
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Bonny Belles: Sandra Earles Brings Traditional-Style Dolls to the Present
Sandra Earles’ dolls call to mind a bygone era, with their delicately painted faces, traditional hairstyles, and handmade clothing.
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Past Influences
The past is unchanging, but revisiting it in the present can result in new discoveries and creations. Terry Merritt of Lady With a Past Historic Art Dolls understands this well.
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Memorable Makeovers: Darya Zhauneryk Puts Her Own Twist on Blythe Dolls
When Darya Zhauneryk began customizing dolls more than a decade ago, she did not expect it to...
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Dimensional Storytelling: İrem Nur Terzi’s Miniature Characters Have Undeniable Personality
İrem Nur Terzi, a Turkish artist now living in Toronto, Canada, has successfully created her own signature style.
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It Takes A Village: Kristin Englert Sculpts, Molds, Casts, and Finishes Silicone Art Dolls
Making art is often a solitary activity, but in Kristin Englert’s case, it’s also collaborative and the foundation for new relationships.
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A Flare for the Fantastic
When asked what she makes, Utah-based artist Sarah B. Seiter finds it challenging to describe her ball-jointed dolls with words.
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An Eye for Design: Shelley Thornton Shapes Works of Art From Unexpected Fabric Combinations
From as far back as she can remember, Shelley Thornton knew she was destined to be an artist, and she has nurtured her imaginative mind.
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Spread a Little Love
Ashten Bryant has always been in the art world, but despite having a grandmother who crafted dolls, she didn’t pursue dollmaking initially.
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Playful Nostalgia: Hilary Wagstaff Designs and Sews Delightful Doll Outfits
Nestled in West Penwith — the far west side of Cornwall, England — is a cozy “shed” filled with crafting supplies.
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Reflections of the Past and Present: Rachel Sherrod Is Surrounded by Inspiration for Cloth Dolls
Dolls have been around for ages, and they often mirror trends of the time — from hairstyles to clothing to body type preferences.
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Falling into Place: Doll Company Maplelea Takes Pride in Canadian Roots
Maplelea has differentiated themselves from their competition by fully embracing their Canadian roots with unique cultural aspects.
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Finding Balance: Sherrie Neilson Juggles Art and Business with Ease
For Sherrie Neilson, work is never far from her mind. As an artist and business owner, it comes with the territory.
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Dolls for Generations
At Götz Puppenmanufaktur, children’s mental and physical well-being are paramount and have been since the doll company’s inception.
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