We present to you the final of the VI season of the international virtual contest of author's dolls GAUDIR "Equilibrium". GAUDIR is not just a competition, it is a meeting place for experienced masters and novice authors who strive to demonstrate their talents. For six years, the competition has become a standard of success and recognition in the world of author dolls, and to receive a GAUDIR statuette is a dream for many artists. In this ...

Vladimir Gvozdev is a name that has long been synonymous with multifaceted talent and indomitable creative spirit. He has travelled a long and fascinating path from designer to a recognised master whose works adorn collections all over the world. Vladimir Gvozdev received his artistic education at the Moscow Art School in memory of 1905. This educational institution is known for its strong traditions and ...

The art of creating author dolls is a unique and exciting field in which talented artists realise their wildest fantasies and creative ideas. One such outstanding artist is Anna Abigail Brahms, whose work has been recognised and admired around the world. Anna Abigail Brahms was born with an innate affinity for art. She studied art history at the Jerusalem ...

In the world of puppetry, there are works that are not only pleasing to the eye, but also immerse the viewer in deep reflection, evoking a whole range of emotions. One such unique phenomenon is the work of the Namdakov family, who through their dolls tell us about the rich and multifaceted culture of the Buryat people. Their project "Ulger: Fairy Tales and Dreams" is more than that, ...

In the art world, there are awards that not only recognise the talent of artists, but also inspire a new generation of masters. One such award is the Max Oskar Arnold Prize, which is awarded annually in the German city of Neustadt-by-Coburg. This event has become an integral part of the cultural life of the city and attracts the attention of puppeteers and puppetry lovers from all over the world. The Max Oskar Arnold Prize was established ...

DailyDollNews' choice for May is the international exhibition "Time of the Dolls" which will open its doors from 23 to 26 May 2024 and invites all doll and Teddy bear lovers to join. "Time of the Dolls" is one of the premier events for artists, collectors and anyone interested in contemporary author dolls. It is an event that attracts the attention of both Russian and ...

DailyDollNews' November selection was an interview with the author of amazing dolls. Larisa Stepanova is an author of art dolls, a member of the Creative Union of Artists of Decorative and Applied Arts (TSKhDPI, section "Author's Doll"), a member of the professional union of author's art dolls Unidia. Participant of numerous Russian and foreign exhibitions. Laureate of international competitions and awards. Larisa Stepanova's dolls are in private collections in Russia, Europe and ...

Juliellen Byrne is a ceramic artist based in Groveport, Ohio. She has been creating figurative, story-based ceramic works for over 40 years. In her works Juliellen Byrne tells us stories from her fantasy world, where fiction and reality are closely intertwined. These human and animal forms have a precise relationship of pose and ...