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Who's Your DADA?: Redefining the Doll through Mixed Media [Hardcover]

Linda O'Brien , Opie O'Brien
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

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Book Description

October 1, 2009
Inspired by the "Dada" notion of making art from materials that would not typically be combined or expected to go together, and driven by a similar sense of irony and humor, this exciting book by Linda and Opie O'Brien shares their unique approach to making mixed-media dolls. It is not only a "must have" volume for anyone interested in found object art and the human form, it is a thoughtful and provocative exploration of the power, symbolism, and cultural significance of dolls and representational figures.
 
The authors share detailed techniques for using surface embellishments, creating faces, heads, and limbs, using molds and molding products, and building and transforming disparate objects into whimsical, inspiring dolls. Starting with a variety of substrates—a wood block, a canvas, a tin can, a book, and a box construction—readers are guided step by step through five types of doll constructions.
 
Included:
  • Complete instructions for making a box construction doll, a wood block substrate doll, a two-sided canvas frame doll, a tin can doll, and a book doll
  • Numerous variations on each of the core projects for further experimentation
  • An inspiring gallery of mixed-media dolls from leading artists who discuss their methods and share their very personal answers to the question: "What is a doll?"

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About the Author

Originally from New York City, Linda and Opie O'Brien are full time artists living on Lake Erie in Ohio with their cat Angelus and his cat Angel. They teach workshops nationally and internationally. Their work includes jewelry, Dada dolls, artist books, assemblage, collage, masks, music, and more, and has been featured in numerous books, magazines, galleries, exhibitions, solo shows, museum gift shops, and private collections.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Quarry Books (October 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1592535623
  • ISBN-13: 978-1592535620
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 0.7 x 8.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #900,291 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Customer Reviews

The author's passion for lovingly creating Dada Dolls from found do-dads and what-nots is infectious! Martha Morowitz  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
This truly wonderful book invites you in and introduces you to a whole new set of friends. Linda S  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
I highly r'cmnd this book to anyone who is looking for inspiration in the world of art dolls! M. Magness  |  3 reviewers made a similar statement
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Jumpstart your creativity! March 31, 2010
By Linda S
Format:Hardcover
Looking for a way to jumpstart your creativity? Linda and Opie Obrien's "Who's Your Dada?" will inspire you to create your own found object work of art! As a lifelong artist, aficionado of mixed media and assemblage art, and a voracious reader of art, sculpture, and craft books and magazines, I cannot recommend this book more highly. Linda and Opie welcome you into their incredibly imaginative, inspiring, and amusing world presenting not only their unique take on the "Dada doll" but also an intimate portrait of their shared artistic journey. This truly wonderful book invites you in and introduces you to a whole new set of friends. You will want to spend more time with this amazing couple and the cast of unique, talented, and quirky fellow artists who populate the pages of this book with their personalities and creations.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars For the love of doll making November 25, 2011
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book is very similar to another book they authored, however it takes a different direction by focusing solely on dolls. I am enthralled with doll making - especially when it comes to found objects and/or recycled objects. I believe we need to use what is at hand, use old stuff to create new unique stuff. This books helps you think in different ways on how to use the thrown or found items you come across.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Who's MY DaDa? December 3, 2009
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I am a HOOGE fan of The O'Brien's! Their book was such a treat to explore.. I usually stick to cloth only dolls, but the explosion of using TRASH in my art these days is ever growing- their style is ADDICTIVE as well as humorous! Unfamiliar with the tools needed for tin/metalwork, I picked up a copy of their book which is fun to read and extremely informative! The ideas/projects are NON-stop.. quite easily you can expand upon the information they give so to apply this knowledge to YOUR OWN UNIQUE STYLE. I highly r'cmnd this book to anyone who is looking for inspiration in the world of art dolls! Go buy it NOW!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Mixed-Media Doll Making
I just completed reading this book from cover to cover. Wonderful book if you're interested in making assemblage dolls from recycled vintage metal parts. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Catherine Taylor
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun and Inspiring
I enjoyed reading this book. It has fun projects and is inspiring. There was good variety in the assortment of projects.
Published 1 month ago by Ja
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
I thought there would be more projects using actual doll heads. I bought the book because one of their posts mentioned doll heads and they were advertising the book.
Published 3 months ago by Mom of Dogs
4.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring
Well thought out and presented. Definitely an inspiration to turn your collection of stuff into some creative and interesting 'dolls'.
Published 4 months ago by Osla Thomason
4.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational Doll Art
Most of the time I read all the way through a book before making anything from it, or forming an opinion. Read more
Published 7 months ago by rose thyme
5.0 out of 5 stars WONDERFULLY WEIRD
HOW REASSURING TO DISCOVER ALL THE BOLTS I LOST FROM MY BRAIN HAVE BEEN FOUND AND ASSEMBLED INTO WONDERFULLY BIZARRE AND BEAUTIFUL BITSY FOLK WHO GRACE THE PAGES OF THEIR FANTASY... Read more
Published 8 months ago by SWEETPEA
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book!
Great book by very talented artists! Lots of info and great photos, can't wait to make my own dada doll!
Published 15 months ago by A. Gale
4.0 out of 5 stars LIKE
I really enjoy the authors, Opie and Linda, and this beautifully created book. This is a must have and a keeper for your mixed media/assemblage library.
Published 19 months ago by kpink
5.0 out of 5 stars Redefine Yourself as an Artist! Who's Your DADA Will Do It
What is an art doll? And how do you craft an art doll using dissimilar materials, found items, paper....even scrap tin litho cans? WHO'S YOUR DADA is where you find out. Read more
Published on January 18, 2011 by B'sue Boutiques
5.0 out of 5 stars Who's Your DADA
very interesting for another way to make dolls. I now look at metal parts with a different eye to see if there is something that will help me make a doll
Published on September 17, 2010 by Nancy Jo Hill
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