This book is the first by Collector Books to focus not only on dolls, but on the artists who created them. The book highlights 25 contemporary doll designers and their dolls, including Sue Sizemore (Kacinda), Anna Puchalski (limited edition Cocoa), Monica Reo (Alissa), Karen Williams Smith (The Promise), Kim Jelley (Blue Ice Faerie), Mary Ellen Frank (Lizzie and Oleanna), Marilyn Radzat (The Golden Faerie), and many more. Artist profiles are provided, which share the stories behind the creation of the dolls and the source of inspiration for the artists. Sections include healing and spirituality, history and heritage, storybook creatures and characters, Christmastide, needle arts, and more. Almost 200 beautiful color photographs make the book shine. 2004 values. REVIEW: This book is a companion to the Standard Encyclopedia of Carnival Glass, 9th Edition, but can also stand alone as a handy reference guide to take along on your glass searches. Thousands of patterns, from Absentee Dragon to Zip Zip, are included, with all available colors and values listed.
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Beautiful stories, gorgeous photos,
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This review is from: Contemporary American Doll Artists and Their Dolls (Hardcover)
I felt like I really knew the 25 doll artists in this book after reading their profiles. I enjoyed learning how Jamie Williamson began making polymer clay dolls, where Monica Reo gets her inspiration and why Anna Puchaliski favors making dolls that are a bit on the "dark side." The September 11 chapter was beautifully and sensitively written. Be prepared to shed some tears when reading the profiles on Karen Williams Smith and Kim Jelley in this chapter. This book is a must have for any doll lover.
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Kathy Witt knows dolls! Her pedigree in the world of writing about dolls and their artists speaks for itself. This book is a wonderful example of how an interest that might seem narrow can be broadened for the masses. I enjoy dolls, but I've never been a collector. However, I've always enjoyed READING about dolls and their histories, and who designs them. Previously, I paid more attention to antique dolls, but CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN DOLL ARTISTS AND THEIR DOLLS opened a window on what's going on in the doll world today. This book is a beautiful addition to any doll lovers' collection! Excellent job, Ms. Witt.
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This was very informative on all aspects of art dolls. There is pages informing you about the artist, as well as pictures to look at. i thought this was a wonderful book to own.
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If the miniature bride and groom figures topping the wedding cake are identical versions of the just-married couple, right down to the lacy trim on the bridal veil and the boutonniere on the groom's tux, chances are the cake topper was designed by Ohio portrait doll artist Colleen Levitan. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
polymer clay dolls, doll making career, apoxie sculpt, sculpting dolls, doll artists, boudoir dolls, original dolls, art dolls, doll maker, wire armature, needle arts, antique fabrics, making dolls, cloth dolls, paper clay Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mary Ellen, Price Ranges, Native American, Santa Claus, Kim Jelley, Karen Morley, United States, Gail Lackey, Marilyn Radzat, Academy of American Doll Artists, Deanna Brenner, Sherry Goshon, Aves Apoxie Sculpt, Dru Esslinger, Geoffrey Carr, Guardian of Motherhood, Karen Williams Smith, Lorna Miller-Sands, New York City, Mo'a Romig-Boyles, Monica Reo, John Reo, Aunt Ruth, Chief Pierre Moran, National Institute of American Doll Artists New!
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If the miniature bride and groom figures topping the wedding cake are identical versions of the just-married couple, right down to the lacy trim on the bridal veil and the boutonniere on the groom's tux, chances are the cake topper was designed by Ohio portrait doll artist Colleen Levitan. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
polymer clay dolls, doll making career, apoxie sculpt, sculpting dolls, doll artists, boudoir dolls, original dolls, art dolls, doll maker, wire armature, needle arts, antique fabrics, making dolls, cloth dolls, paper clay Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Mary Ellen, Price Ranges, Native American, Santa Claus, Kim Jelley, Karen Morley, United States, Gail Lackey, Marilyn Radzat, Academy of American Doll Artists, Deanna Brenner, Sherry Goshon, Aves Apoxie Sculpt, Dru Esslinger, Geoffrey Carr, Guardian of Motherhood, Karen Williams Smith, Lorna Miller-Sands, New York City, Mo'a Romig-Boyles, Monica Reo, John Reo, Aunt Ruth, Chief Pierre Moran, National Institute of American Doll Artists New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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- Alice in Wonderland (Random House Pictureback) by Lori Haskins on page 35, page 50, and page 138
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- Hunting of the Snark by Lewis Carrol on page 48
- The Admirable Crichton by J. M. Barrie on page 48
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