The May/June 2017 issue of DOLLS features 52 four-color pages. This issue turns a spotlight on porcelain dolls, with features on three amazing porcelain artists: Hildegard Günzel, Dianna Effner, and Sarah Maldonado. You’ll also find articles on Connie Lowe’s new BJD project for 2017, designer Doug James’ fashion BJDs, a look at two very special vintage dolls from Madame Alexander, and more!
Table of Contents 6 ‘S’ Factor Designer Doug James juggles Broadway, BJDs & SNL By Wil Peterson
12 Connie Lowe BJD artist finds inspiration in Depression-era photos By Carie Ferg
18 The Magic Touch Hildegard Günzel reveals her 2017 collection By Pam North
26 Teacher, Entrepreneur, Artist Dianna Effner makes her mark on the doll world By Stephanie Finnegan
30 Body of Work Sarah Maldonado’s anatomy, dance background imbue her dolls with lyrical realism By Stephanie Finnegan
34 Celebrating Statehood Madame Alexander’s salutes to Alaska and Hawaii By A. Glenn Mandeville
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