International Puppeteer's Day is a special holiday celebrated on 21 March and dedicated to those who create amazing author's dolls. On this day we would like to congratulate all puppeteers whose creativity brings joy and inspiration! Dolls are not just toys, they can amaze with their beauty and originality. Dolls can be made in different styles and techniques: ...

Trent Manning is an amazing artist who combines elements of children's toys with an unusual, macabre and humorous approach in his work. His mixed media projects may seem innocent at first glance, but upon closer inspection they reveal their unusual and eerie nature. The balance between light and darkness has become the hallmark of much of his work. To create ...

Leggings are one of the most versatile and popular wardrobe items that have survived many fashion trends and have remained relevant for centuries. They combine comfort and style, perfect for a variety of situations, from sports training to casual outings. Interestingly, their history goes back to the ...

Dolls have always been an integral part of our culture. They reflect our imagination, emotions and even philosophy. The project "Philosophy of Reflection" is a unique opportunity to plunge into the world of puppet art and get acquainted with the works of professional puppet artists. The project is organised by the Creative Union of Artists of Russia and the Section of Art Dolls of the Moscow Union of Artists, together with the Experimental Creative Workshop DollArt.ru and the Gallery of ...

The DailyDollNews selection for March was the VI season of the Gaudir international virtual competition of author's dolls, which is rightly considered to be one of the most difficult and prestigious. Its conditions are such that under no circumstances can a weak work win a prize. Winning the coveted statuette means unconditional recognition of mastery. The jury is always made up of professionals, and the VI season of Gaudir ...

Clementine de Chabaneix is a talented French artist specialising in ceramic and mixed media sculptures. Born in Paris in 1972, she grew up in a family of artists and was surrounded by art from childhood. Clementine de Chabaneix's mother was an actress and her grandparents were renowned sculptors Claude and François-Xavier Lalanne. The house and ...

In the world of art, there are talented artists who create works that can transport us to a world of fairy tales and fantasies. One such artist is Laetitia Mieral, who surprises and delights many people with her incredible papier-mâché works. Since childhood Laetitia Mieral has shown an interest in drawing. At the age of 10 she already started to create her first works, ...

This masterclass will allow you to make a graceful Thistle talisman brooch. The thistle, known for its prickly appearance, embodies defiance, asceticism and toughness. In Christianity, its thorns represent the suffering of Christ, and the plant with its white-spotted leaves is associated with the milk of the Virgin Mary. In many cultures around the world, thistle is considered a powerful amulet to ward off evil spirits. On Christmas Eve, our ...

March 2024 will be a month of exciting exhibitions and fairs dedicated to creativity and innovative solutions. Here are a few notable events to look out for: Grenoble Festival of Creative Leisure in Grenoble, France (14-17 March) The exhibition will take place at Alpexpo and will be a new meeting point for creative leisure enthusiasts and anyone who wants to learn about the latest trends in ....

Burgarella dolls were born in 1926 in Italy, thanks to the amazing tandem of entrepreneur Gaspare Burgarella and talented artist Ferdinando Stracuzzi. The Burgarella factory was located in Rome and produced a limited number of unique and expensive dolls. The distinctive feature of Burgarella dolls was their eyes. Ferdinando Stracuzzi, personally painted each doll, using nine shades of colours just for the eyes. Such ...