One of a kind "Euro Whimsical" Art Dolls
and Mixed Media sculptures
Each of my fairy-tale-like, one of a kind (OOAK) art dolls are individually hand sculpted with polymer and paper clay. I use a variety of paints, depending on the look I am trying to achieve... oils, watercolor pencils and acrylic paints. The doll bodies are constructed with a 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 intent is to take you to another joyful place in time...even if just for a moment!
My mixed media "Castaways" come from a land of magic and make-believe where leftovers from the junk pile turn into little puppet-like sculptures. Each piece has an individually sculpted face of polymer or paper clay. The bodies are a unique creation that is repurposed from scavenged cast-offs, fabrics and other ephemera.
PAPER DOLLS.."In the Spirit" dolls are made of an illustration board underlayer with decorative paper on top. Limbs are jointed with brads, so they can be positioned whichever way you like. They are made to hang and include a thin wire for that purpose. Check them out!
PAPER DOLL PARTIES! Gather your family and friends to make your own special paper doll puppets. All materials are supplied (decorative and vintage papers, brads for joint movements, yarns, ribbons and an eclectic collection of handsome ephemera for decoration). You pick the date and time/call for availability and price. (509) 953-9831
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 509-953-9831. 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!
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