One of a kind "Euro Whimsical" Art Dolls

Each of my fairy-tale-like, one of a kind (OOAK) art dolls are individually hand sculpted with a variety of polymer clays and paper clay. I use a variety of paints, depending on the look I am trying to achieive... oils, watercolor pencils and acrylic paints.  The doll bodies are constructed with  wire and batting armature.

Costumes are fashioned with fine and vintage fabrics, beads, and unusual found objects. Some of the dolls stand without a support structure, some are built into a decorative base, many times incorporating antique findings, and others sit or can be hung on a wall. My mixed media work combines sculpted faces and other body parts with antique findings, and the result is always a surprise to me!

I have ventured into dolls that have moving parts.... automatons! These whimsical dolls have a hand crank that allows them to move their head, hands and feet. 

To order a doll you may either email me at dolls@wendyzupanbailey.com or give me a call at 509-536-7298. Commission work welcome.

You will find by following the magic, my collection of jesters, ethnic dolls, whimsical animals, and many other fanciful characters. Enjoy your excursion!