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 ...

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 ....

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 ...

Clementine de Chabaneix is a talented French artist specialising in ceramic and mixed media sculptures. Born in 1972 in Paris, 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 ...