The master class on creating a cardboard toy "Boniface" offers us an opportunity to realise our creative ideas with the help of an accessible material - cardboard. History shows that cardboard is not only a simple and accessible material, but also a great basis for creating unique and colourful projects. This masterclass offers to create a funny toy in the form of a circus lion named Boniface. Alexandra ...

Lillian Alberti is a talented artist who has been creating unique author dolls for over 25 years. She is a member of ODACA (Organisation of Doll Artists of America) and AMA (Association of Miniature Doll Artists). Before becoming a puppet artist, Lillian Alberti received her BFA in Fashion Design from the prestigious Parsons School of Design. Her experience in the fashion industry allowed her to establish herself as a talented ...

Fairs and exhibitions in April 2024 offer interesting events for art lovers, collectors and handmade connoisseurs. Here are a few events that may catch your attention. From 6 to 14 April 2024, the Antik Passion ALMONEDA exhibition will take place in Madrid, Spain. This event will showcase thousands of objects and works of art spanning from the 18th ...

The DailyDollNews' choice for April is the XVII International Exhibition "Teddy Dolls and Teddy Bears - Moscow Fair" which will open its doors from 19 to 21 April 2024 and invites all doll and Teddy Bear lovers to join. One of the features of the exhibition is free guided tours of the exhibition "Good Old Fairy Tales", which start every two hours. The exhibition offers guests ...

Puppet theatre has an ancient history that goes back in time. The first evidence of its existence dates back to 2000 BC, when Ancient Egypt was flourishing. Archaeological excavations on the territory of Egypt confirm that puppet shows were part of festivals, where small statuettes came to life thanks to the strings used to move them. However, the real heyday of puppet theatre came in the V ...

Akira Blount, a renowned American artist, was born in 1945 in Madison, Wisconsin. Her talent and passion for art was evident at an early age, and after graduating from the University of Wisconsin at Madison, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Art Education, Akira Blount began creating unique cotton dolls. In 1970, Akira Blount dolls became a ....

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 ...