The DailyDollNews' choice for September is the international festival of authors of dolls and Teddy bears "DOLLina of Dreams 2024" which will open its doors from 6 to 8 September 2024 in Zheleznovodsk, Russia. This event will be a real holiday for all lovers of art, creativity and unique author's works. This year the festival gathers participants and guests for the fifth time, ...

Lladro is not just a brand, it is a true legend in the world of porcelain, epitomising high artistry and the philosophy of a positive attitude to life. Founded in 1953 by three brothers Lladro - Jose, Vicente and Julian - in a small Spanish town Alfara de patria, the company has since won the hearts of collectors and connoisseurs of beauty around the world. ...

Alessandro Gallo is a name that in the world of contemporary art has become synonymous with surprising and even a little provocative sculptures. The artist, born in Genoa in 1974, has travelled an unusual path from a lawyer to a recognised master, whose works evoke a multitude of emotions in viewers and make them think about the complex nature of the human character. From the very beginning of his career, Alessandro Gallo ...

Johanna Flanagan is an amazing figure in the art world whose career spans many disciplines, from costume design to puppetry. Originally from Scotland, Johanna Flanagan was educated at prestigious institutions, which laid the foundation for her multi-faceted career. She studied textile design at Duncan of Jordanstone College and then continued her studies at the Royal College of Art, where ...

The art duo "NeKukoli", consisting of Moscow artists Lia Pozdnyakova and Vadim Martin, represents a unique phenomenon in the world of contemporary art. Their work is focused on creating puppet sculptures and art objects, which, according to the authors, open doors to an insanely interesting and multifaceted world. These are not just puppets, but full-fledged works of art, which harmoniously combine idea, movement and ...

Neva Waldt is an art doll author and a member of NIADA, an international organisation of doll artists, born and raised in Texas where her family is fourth generation. She received her degree in fine art from Sam Houston State University. After graduation, Neva Waldt began her career as a graphic designer and has worked in the field for 25 years. ....

There are masters who create real miracles from the simplest materials. One of such artists is Juliana Bollini, whose works attract attention and give joy. She was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Here she also studied fine arts. Later she moved to São Paulo, where she found her unique style, combining elements of modelling and cut-outs on paper. ....

Have you ever thought about creating unusual bouquets that will delight you not only with their beauty but also with their longevity? Imagine a bouquet consisting of dandelions, thistles and green onions, but made of fabric in Teddy technique. Sounds amazing, doesn't it? Here is a masterclass on creating a Teddy toy by Taisia Kloninger. ... ...

Annie Montgomerie is a talented artist from England who creates unique dolls that leave a lasting impression on viewers. Her works are sometimes disturbing and unusual, but that is exactly what makes them unusual and attractive. Annie Montgomerie's dolls represent children dressed in animal outfits. She pays particular attention to detail, which gives the characters their individuality and emphasises their ...

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 ...