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The World Of The Doll Artist

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The World Of The Doll Artist

3.9

(20)

Rating

NR

Duration

32m

Year

2009

Language

English

About

The World of the Doll Artist explores the passion and the creative process of doll making through interviews with six of the most critically acclaimed doll artists in America today – Jodi & Richard Creager, Gail Lackey, Olga Roehl, Shelly Thornton and Nancy Wiley. They discuss their techniques, motivations and inspirations. Through interviews and photographs, "The World of the Doll Artist" is an inspiring film for doll artists and doll enthusiasts alike.

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Reviews

"Anyone who associates dolls strictly with children-and girls, at that-will find The World of the Doll Artist an eye-opening experience. Yet these artists note that despite their skill and versatility, they struggle for the legitimacy that painters take for granted. In this, The World of the Doll Artist certainly helps to make their case. All of the dolls are beautifully photographed and the image

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"These dedicated artisans and their detailed creations will surely interest arts and crafts enthusiasts, as well as doll aficionados."

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"Artisans Reina Mia Brill, Olga Roehl, Shelly Thornton, Gail Lackey, Nancy Wiley, and Richard and Jody Creager are light-years away from traditional dolls. Seated in front of a black backdrop, the artists take turns talking about their dolls, including information about techniques, influences, and inspirations."

Booklist

Artists

James SeligmanDirector

Jodi CreagerActor

Richard CreagerActor

Gail LackeyActor

Nancy WileyActor

Shelly ThorntonActor