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2 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comPlease click links belowto visit our social media sites:https://www.facebook.com/AFORARTISTICemagazinehttps://www.facebook.com/aforartistichttps://twitter.com/AforArtistichttp://www.pinterest.com/aforartistic/Please click links belowto visit our social media sites:https://www.facebook.com/AFORARTISTICemagazinehttps://www.facebook.com/aforartistichttps://twitter.com/AforArtistichttp://www.pinterest.com/aforartistic/Dear Fellow Artists:We are thrilled to present a rich tapestry ofartistic mediums, eagerly anticipating thatthe concepts and creations shared withinour e-magazine will ignite the spark ofinspiration within you for your own creativeendeavors.This issue promises to transport you intorealms of magic and fantasy, introducingyou to talented artists hailing from diversecorners of the globe. Prepare to beenchanted as we showcase theirmesmerizing works, each piece atestament to boundless imagination andskill.Embark with us on a captivating journey inour "Artist on the Move" feature, where wewhisk you away to the vibrant landscapesof Oaxaca, Mexico. Immerse yourself in therich tapestry of art and culture that thisenchanting destination has to offer,promising an experience that will linger inyour memory long after you've turned thenal page.Within the pages of this e-magazine, you'lldiscover an array of fascinating artistarticles, from insightful book reviews toinvaluable sales and marketing tipstailored to propel your artistic career tonew heights. Each tale serves as abeacon of inspiration, illuminating the pathtoward artistic fulllment and success.We eagerly invite your testimonials,welcoming your voices to enrich thetapestry of our publication. Your feedbackis not only valued but cherished, and welook forward to weaving your stories intothe fabric of our next issue.May you nd delight in every page anddelight in sharing the wonders of ourpublication with others. Together, let uscelebrate the beauty and boundlesspossibilities of the artistic journey.Creatively Yours,Adele SciortinoArtist, Editor/FounderSpring 2024Oaxaca art, photo by Adele Sciortino
3 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comSPRING 2024www.aforartictic.com© 2024 A for ArtisticPublished four times per year(digital edition): Winter, Spring,Summer and FallSubscription rate for USA & Canada1 year PDF digital edition(four issues) $27.50Please address e-mail proposalsto adele@aforartistic.com.PUBLISHER & EDITORAdele Sciortinoadele@aforartistic.comGRAPHIC DESIGN & PRODUCTIONElena Loukianovaartist@elenaoriginals.com21 42554 Virgo AlchemyKendra Gilbert13 ODACA: CelebratingOriginality, Unity andthe Art of Doll MakingCarol Johansen61 Journey ThroughOaxaca, MexicoBy Adele Sciortino75 Recharge Your CreativityBy Adele Sciortino78 Book ConnectionContents
4 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comKendra GilbertVIRGO’s Alchemy
5 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comWhat is your nameand where are youfrom?My name is Kendra(Kobulik) Gilbert, ownerof Virgo’s Alchemy. I’moriginally from Florida, butcurrently reside in Texas.What is yourbackground?I’ve been part of the OOAKDoll Art community since theearly 2000’s as both an artist,web developer, andentrepreneur. I currently runan online website and EtsyShop.Did you havea creativechildhood?I’ve always been interested insome form of arts and crafts.I grew up in an artistic familyand was always involved inartistic projects whether inschool, or for personalenjoyment. My mother was afantastic doll artist who waseven oered a contract byCircus World in the early 80’sfor her work. She also was apainter and did other creativearts and crafts. My father wasan extremely talentedcalligrapher, watchmaker,and jeweler. My sister wasextremely gifted and didamazing freehand woodburning art, and even taughtme “sculpture” as a child usingplaydough.Eye mold
6 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comGirl on the Pohutukawa TreeHow and when did you rstbegin to create your art?Describe your rst piece youmade.I rst started with simple drawings and sketchesas a young child, and then later in life, myinterests started growing more towards 3D styleart such as sculpture.What kind of art do you make?For the past 15 years, I’ve become specialized increating high quality eyes for gurative art dolls ina variety of scale sizes, but mainly known for mysmall-scale work. Most of my work is genuinelyOOAK, or “One of a Kind”, and not digitallyprinted. I’m currently learning doll customizing, ahuge change in direction after over two decades ofworking in polymer clay.
7 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comWhat kind of art do youmake?It’s funny when people ask me what I do…When I say, “I make eyeballs” I usuallyget a very strange look lol.When did you learn to makeyour style of art?I originally started creating small scaleeyes for gurative art dolls long ago byfollowing tutorials from other artists.These tutorials often showed the samemethods, and mainly only focused on howto create eyes using digital printed irises.Although this worked well at the time,and still does, often the prints were ofextremely poor quality and not veryrealistic. The problem was also creatingthe eye “base”. A lot of artists, includingmyself, were using things such as glassbeads, tiny balls of clay, and other“makeshift” solutions. At the time, therewere no other options for creating smallscale eyes, as small as 2mm. It was veryfrustrating, so I guess you can say that mymolds were created out of necessity.Often artists would have to turn to theseunconventional, rather archaic, and time-consuming methods to create decentquality eyes for their work. I’m proud tosay that I’m responsible for developingthe rst small scale eye base moldsspecically for the OOAK Art DollCommunity out of my own frustrationand need for a solution.I combined my eye making techniquesand crossed over into the realm of BJDeye making, bringing the two worldstogether for a solution.
8 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comFormal training orself-taught?I would have to say that I’m mainly self-taught, you can only learn so much bywatching someone else. I nd that I’mmost creative and inventive when I allowmyself the opportunity to work throughsomething without too much inuence.When I started creating eyes usingsculpture, that was a real game changerfor me. I really love the convenience ofusing digital printed irises, but there isjust something so much more “magical”and “organic” that can be seen in handtextured/painted irises.What is your favoritemedium, what do you likemost about it?I’m not sure that I really have a favoritemedium anymore, as I still love to workwith Polymer Clay, but have been smittenby the art of doll customizing, specicallyICY and Blythe. But I love working withresins and clays.Are there any technical“tricks” you have learntalong the way?As with anything, the more you dosomething, the more you learn from yourown mistakes, trials, and errors. Yes,I’ve learned a lot of tricks and I sharemany of them freely with my YouTubesubscribers.What inspires you?I love whimsical fantasy, folklore, twistedfairytales, and I pull a lot of inspirationfrom these areas.
9 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAre there specific images, artists,locations, or materials that enhancesyour work?I’m extremely picky about the products I use in my work, and I could notpossibly have gotten as far as I have without the professional printingservices of Little-Windows.com or their Brilliant Resin 2 part epoxy resinsystem. Brilliant resin is one of the saftest and easiest to work with forcasting eye bases, and is also heat resistant to some degree, allowing it tobe baked once it’s fully cured, with polymer clay projects. It does notyellow, shrink, or crack and is made here in the USA.
10 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comI’ve been working withit for years now, and it’sthe only one that haslived up to my rigoroustesting and time-basedexperimentation.Little-Window’sprofessional printingservices have alsoallowed me to usedigital printed irises insome of my work, withexceptional resolutionand quality that I couldnever achieve in myhome studio. Anyoneinterested in trying anyof the products orservices can do so witha 15% discountusing my specialcode, VIRGOS15on the Little-Windows.comwebsite.One of the most important things aboutusing digital images for making high qualityeyes, is to use high quality images from theget-go. If you are not creating your owndigital images, you can nd some amazingdigital artists who oer gorgeous irises thatcan be used in commercial and non-commercial projects. Little-Windows.commakes it easy to print these with exceptionalquality. Etsy has a huge variety of verytalented digital artists, although I do havemy personal favorites, and make a lot of myown exclusive designs now. When I make myown, I create images in 600 dpi, and alwayshave Little-Windows do my printing. Mydesigns usually always start o as sketches,turned into digital images, and thenenhanced and edited with a variety ofdierent programs.What led you to createyour current style ofwork?Quite honestly, I have no idea. I have alwaysabsolutely loved making eyes for dolls andgurative sculptures, it’s been a bit of anobsession. To me, it’s one of the mostimportant aspects of a doll or sculpture, as itbrings everything to life. The eyes, for me,can either make or break a piece.
11 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comHow has your art, style, or techniques evolved overthe years?In terms of eye making, it’s almost night and day. I look at some of my earlier work and it’salmost cringe worthy to look at lol. I nd that I do not struggle nearly as much now that I’vestreamlined my process. Also, technology is nally catching up, and there are more optionsavailable than there was just 10 years ago.
12 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comWhen I started, there were no “eye molds” forsizes smaller than 10mm, because the grandmajority of BJD dolls are in larger scale sizes andrequire much larger eyes.When I rst arrived on scene, circa Y2k, most ofthe OOAK Art Doll artists were creating gures inthe 6” to 12” height range, meaning we neededeyes much smaller than most BJD dolls availableat that time. My work has gradually become largerover the years, but there are still many doll artiststhat work in these same small sizes, and evensmaller – such as the cute little fairy babies.As far as my sculpture work is concerned, I veryrarely nd myself sculpting dolls as much thesedays; my attention has really been focused on mydoll eyes, molds, and learning the art of dollcustomizing.How can people find yourwork?You can nd me at:www.VirgosAlchemy.comEtsywww.virgosalchemy.etsy.comI oer YouTube tutorials atwww.YouTube.com/VirgosAlchemyI’m also on Instagram@virgosalchemy (for sales andservice)and @virgosalchemy_art (for mypersonal art account).
13 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comODACA:CelebratingOriginality, Unityand the Art of Doll Making
14 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comIn the captivating realm ofdoll artistry, whereimagination knows nobounds, The Original DollArtist Council of America(ODACA) stands as a beaconof the creativity andcommitment of artisans whobreathe life into unique, one-of-a-kind dolls. More thanmerely an organization,ODACA represents a vibrantcommunity of artists andsupporters dedicated tochampioning, conserving, andnurturing the art of doll-making since its inception in1976.What sets ODACA apart isthe rich tapestry ofartistic styles andmediums embraced by itsmembers. From porcelainand paper clay to polymerclay, fabric, felt, paper, andwool, ODACA artists explore adiverse array of materials,continually pushing theboundaries of doll artistry.Within this community, artistsand supporters nd a sense ofbelonging that unites them.Camaraderie ourishesamong ODACA membersthrough various channels,including their quarterlynewsletter, online Zoomgatherings, the annualODACA Day Luncheon, andthe accompanying ArtistSalesroom, where membersshowcase and sell theircreations. This year, theeagerly awaited luncheon isscheduled to take place inKansas City, Missouri, on July23rd. Visit ODACA.org forfurther details on attendingODACA Day, exploring artists'works, and opportunities formembership.Each ODACA Artist has aunique tale to share abouttheir journey into dollmaking and the drivingforce behind theircreativity. Delve into thenarratives of theseartisans as they expresstheir fervent passion fordolls. https://www.odaca.org/https://www.facebook.com/ODACA.org
15 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comBarbaraMy name is Barbara Schoeno, and I ama cloth doll artist. My background is in CostumeDesign, for which I have a Master of Fine Artsfrom Northwestern University, and was auniversity professor of Costume Design andTheatre History. I was always a "doll girl." Mymother and I collected dolls together, and Ialways thought I would work for MadameAlexander. However, Madame Alexander didn'tneed me, so I decided to work for myself.I love fabric, know how to pattern, and aman avid history fan, so cloth dolls werea natural place for me.Created byBarbara Schoenoff
16 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comI work almost exclusively with print fabrics innatural, woven bers. My favorite thing is usingan inappropriate print in a historical costume.Usually, the prints I use are scaled very large, somy dolls are large to display those prints. I likebig hands and feet and long necks and legs. Youwill mostly see me make pretty lady dolls, butthose are the ones that sell. I have made lesslovely ladies and enjoy them even more thanthe beauties. I also enjoy making men,but far less frequently.When I started making dolls, I used every dollpattern I could nd. These were primitivesinitially, but then I discovered Eleanore PeaceBailey, Sally Lampy, Julie McCullough, andothers. After many, many dolls, I was able tostart taking classes. My rst was with BarbaraWillis, my second was with Patty Culea, and mythird was with Annie Hesse. They were life-altering. I kept taking classes - still do - anddeveloped my own voice. Now I make dolls allthe time. I teach and make patterns, and I sewalmost every day. It is my life, and I love it!Created by Barbara SchoenoffCreated by Barbara Schoenoff
17 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comStevi TAt the peak of the doll world in the 90s, there weretwo prestigious doll organizations. One of them isthe Original Doll Artist Council of America(ODACA). In 1995, the two held their annualconventions simultaneously in Anaheim, CA. Thiscreated the perfect opportunity to experience theelite of the doll world. It was the perfect storm toapply for membership in ODACA, plus a bonus -critiquing from both organizations. I was new tosculpting and art dolls. Here, I was able to viewdolls I admired rsthand and meet those artists Ihad only read about in, at the time, ContemporaryDoll Magazine.When I began, I loved sculpting gnomes,along with other mythical characters. Iremember Mimi Winer instructing me onproportion and how to improve mynewfound endeavor. I remember MaryAnnOldenburg shushing me to pay attentionduring a presentation. Which still makesme laugh. I remember my gallery doll didnot t in my carry-on and seeing that boxthrown on a luggage cart as I watched fromthe plane. By the grace of God, it arrivedunscathed. This was the time when Ibecame a proud member of ODACA.My art began with soft sculpture cloth dolls withembroidered faces and yarn hair for my youngdaughter Kristen. My doll making grew from craftshow sales to the Javits gift show and attainingwholesale accounts like Wooden Soldier Catalogwith my folk art rag doll bunny rabbits.As my sewing skills evolved, I begandesigning my own patterns, developing aline of gnomes and Christmas elves. Theseearly dolls found "Creations By Stevi T." ina 1989 guest appearance on Live with Regis& Kathy Lee. With this opportunity, Iconstructed my doll on a live set while theylmed my progress throughout the show.This was an amazing, wonderfulexperience.Walrusby Stevi TRegis and Kathi Lee ShowTiongco
18 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCaterpilla by Stevi TAs a right-brain thinker, mycraft is constantly evolvingand improving. I began withSculpy polymer clay andgraduated to Cernit, only tocome full circle back to softsculpture in the form ofneedle felting. I am self-taught and learned throughexperimenting withtechniques, styles, paints,and ink.Alice in Wonderland hascurrently captured myinterest and tested myabilities. My ambitionwas to needle-felt acomplete "Through theLooking Glass" chessset. This was morechallenging than Ianticipated, but itbecame an idea I had tosee to completion.Choosing whichcharacters should holdwhich positions in thegame. For stability, Idecided to needle felthalf dolls that I set onvintage weighted silversalt and pepper shakers.I used felted wool formost of the costumingto stay consistent withthe ber used increating the character.I even utilized theornate capof some shakersfor thequeen's crown.
19 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comChess set by Stevi TChess pieces by Stevi T
20 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comMad Hatter by Stevi TMy ber art mainlyconsists of realistic-styleanimals, making the chesspieces more of a challengedue to the humancharacters. I referred to SirJohn Tenniel's illustrationsfor my inspiration. At rst,I decided to needle-feltTwiddle Dee and TwiddleDum, the mostcomplicated gures. Sinceall my ber art pieces areone-of-a-kind, needle-sculpting twins, let alonehuman-style twins, wasa challenge.Then there were the RedQueen's "card men"pawns, which meantsculpting eight little menwith hands to hold paintcans and brushes. Evenmore challenging, thesenew characters requiredcostuming, which myrealistic squirrels andrabbits did not. Eachrequires newlydesigned clothespatterns and layers.
21 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comWhite Rabbit by Stevi THaving pushed myself intounknown territory, I canproudly say the"Wonderland Through theLooking Glass Chess Set"was completed in late2023. This set bringscharacters from both ofLewis Carroll's tales.I am rening thechessboard with black andwhite checker squares andadding roses, talkingowers, and mushroomaccents. I have repeatedsome character designsand added some, such asthe lion and unicorn, forindividual sale atSteviT.etsy.com.The nished chess set shallremain complete and soldas one unit containingthirty-two pieces, sixteenon each side, on a board of64 squares. I am so pleasedI got it done, but I don'thave it in me for a repeat.They may be viewed on myInstagram.Stevi T Fiber ArtEmail: SteviDolls@aol.comInstagram:stevit_alpaca_encounters
22 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comOnce my children were well on their way toadulthood, I restarted my collecting journey toinclude artist dolls from Heloïse, Nancy Wiley,Lynne and Michael Roche, and Stephanie Blythe,among others. Eventually, my desire to collectoutstripped my pocketbook. But I wanted moredolls! So, after discovering polymer clay in 1996,I tried making my own. My rst eort was a littleboy doll requested by my mother (that mygranddaughter says is scary) and then commissionsfor family and friends. Energized, I took doll classesonline and sculpting classes at my local communitycollege. Later, as my work gained momentum,I sold my work through a local doll shop.Life's twists and turns paused my doll-making in 1991 due to a job promotion andfamily commitments. It wasn't until 2010that circumstances allowed me to rekindlemy doll-making passion. Yet, the absence ofa community of like-minded doll artists leftme feeling isolated. Seeking connection,I turned to attending National Institute ofAmerican Doll Artists (NIADA) conferences,where I met outstanding artists andpassionate collectors and honed my skillsthrough their doll-making school.Yearning to be part of a doll creator community,I discovered ODACA online and joined in 2019.Being part of this wonderful organization, where Ican talk to fellow artists, share ideas, meet withthem at Zoom gatherings, and in person at ouryearly ODACA Day (during the UFDC Convention),is what I was looking for. In addition to makingfriends, membership allows me to give back to thedoll community, which feels great.CarolJOHANSENKeiko, early doll, 1998by Carol JohansenMy name is Carol Johansen. I have livedin a small beach town south of SantaBarbara, CA, for most of my life. My journeyinto dolls began as a small child standing inthe local toy shop with my nose pressedagainst the glass, yearning for a MadameAlexander bride doll. I joyfully received herfor Christmas, marking the start of mycollecting journey. My artistic side wasnurtured by my mother, a teacher andwatercolor artist who always encouraged meto explore my creative side. This inuencecontinued into college with an Art minor anda love of sculpting. It was natural that thesetwo interests - dolls and gurative art –would eventually come together in dollmaking.
23 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comJulietby Carol JohansenMy advice to aspiringdoll artists is to takesculpting and drawingclasses to learnproportion andanatomy. This is theplace where mostnovice artists havediculty. The doll willalways look "o" if theproportions aren'tright. Also, attend in-person or onlinecourses withestablished doll artistsbecause they canaccelerate your skillsand inspire your work.Each art doll I create isan original one-of-a-kind. The constructionis made to last, withsteel armatures and astrong mixture ofproperly curedpolymer clay.The clothes are sewnby machine and byhand using ne fabricsand antique laces,hand embroidery,beading, and specialtouches that addto the storyI am telling.
24 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comJust Too Chicby Carol Johansen
25 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAlice and the Frog Gardenerby Carol Johansen
26 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comI love painting the eyes; to me, itgives them depth and a more naturallook. Inspiration comes from photos,life observation, nature, and the fairytales and stories I voraciously readas a child.Transforming raw materials—clay, beads, wire, paint, cloth—into a little being is a processthat holds a special place in myheart. The pursuit of creativityand art is central to my life,and I am grateful to have myaward-winning work featuredin publications such as Dollsmagazine, Poppen & Teddy-Beer, A for Artistic e-magazine,and International Doll Artistsmagazine.In addition to my membershipin ODACA, I am a NIADAAssociate Artist and member ofthe Professional Doll MakersArt Guild. For those interested inexploring my dolls, my websites:www.johansendolls.com, andwww.johansendolls.shop, oeraccess to my work.Connect with me on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/johansenstudio, or drop me anemail atjohansendolls@gmail.com.Creating these tinybeings from a lump ofclay, some fabric, andfindings is magical. Tobe a part of the doll-making community andshare my art withothers is a privilegeand a joy.Posey the Fairyby Carol Johansen
27 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comChristineCHIVELYBENJAMINMarie Antoinette (above)Whoora’s Nest (left),by Christine Chively BenjaminMy name is Christine Shively Benjamin.I have been making fabric dolls since 1984.Exploring the possibilities of creating acharacter with fabric is an extension of alifetime fascination with three-dimensionalforms. My gures emerge from familiar talesof childhood and stories of the heart and soul.Experimentation, improvisation, anddiscovery allow the incorporation ofhistorical and cross-cultural reference points,fashion, textiles, and embellishment in mywork. The common components ofunexpected twists and turns in the use ofmaterials and autobiographical storytellingare all elements in my dolls.For someone who barely passed my 7th-gradesewing class, the irony is not lost on me thatI crafted a life that involved sewing. My artbackground, going to school in Denver,Colorado, and later in Salina, Kansas, gaveme the foundation that I rely upon in mycreative process.
28 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comA Bee in her Bonnetby Christine Chively Benjamin
29 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCats in the Garden (above)by Christine Chively BenjaminIt enabled me to push past the restrictionsof conventional sewing construction andfreed me to explore what I love and whatinspires me. Since my learning style wasnot compatible with teaching methods atthe time I was growing up,experimentation was an essential part ofmy creative process. I have a BA in Artfrom Kansas Wesleyan University. That artbackground was essential in laying thegroundwork for creating my dolls.Understanding color theory, strongdrawing and painting skills, and freedomto try something and see if it works mademy doll creations possible.Language is one of the key factors in mycreative process. Tilting a phrase in a newdirection and building on that frameworkgets my imagination going. I get such akick out of devising quirky twists to wordsand phrases. This goes hand in hand withusing materials and objects in unexpectedways. Seeing a baby shoe, for instance, andturning it into a corset for a doll reectsmy love of discovery. I probably knowmore ways to use circles, squares,rectangles, cones, and cylinders thananyone I know. I break things down intobasic shapes and tend to make somethingsimple look more complicated. Folding,enlarging, reducing the size, and playingwith the possibilities is what it is all aboutfor me.For the most part, I begin with myinitial idea. It might be a phrase ora personal experience that I feelcompelled to create. Then, I beginto ask myself questions about howI can elaborate on the topic.Sometimes, I am walking in thefoothills and mulling around thearrangement of costume items orelements of the story I am telling ina skirt, apron, or vest.
30 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCat and Mouse Gameby Christine Chively Benjamin
31 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comImagine Peace (left), Banned in Boston (right),by Christine Chively BenjamProblem-solving can appear in the process atunexpected times. And I don’t always get it rightthe rst time. I misjudge proportions on occasion.When I need to go back and redo an item, I seemto be able to use the item somewhere else.Doll art is my diary in 3-dimensionalfabric form. It has shown the progressionof my technical skills, sense of humor, lifeexperiences, and general take on life.My doll art took root in the joy of nding a pennyin the lining of a pocket. First impressions are thatit’s not worth much, but with imagination,innovation, and experimentation, I would applymy life experiences to create my fabric gures.Turning the mundane into the marvelous hasbeen a driving force in my life. There just doesn’tseem to be any end to the ideas swimming aroundin my head. And one little spark can build into awarm blaze to reveal my storytelling in cloth.I can be found online.www.odaca.orgwww.niada.orgwww.christineshivelybenjamins.blogspot.com
32 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comJanetBODINViolin Angelby Janet BodinAngelinaby Janet BodinMy name is Janet Bodin, and I live in Houston,Texas. My background is in ber art. I love to make myown fabrics with felting, silk fusion, hand dyeing, andembroidery. I rst became interested in dollmakingafter seeing an art doll exhibit at the International QuiltFestival in the late 1990s. A whole new world opened upto me then! I joined a cloth doll club and tookworkshops with wonderful artists. I made my rst dollsfrom commercial cloth doll patterns. Later, I startedexperimenting with clay but returned to my rst love:cloth. When people ask me what I do, I tell them I am aber artist who makes dolls.Here are three of my earliest original dolls, made in theearly 2000s. "Ripe Plums Are Falling" (p. 29) wasinspired by an ancient Chinese poem of the same title.Her costume is made of silk fusion, which combinesunspun silk bers with a medium to create a lustrouspaper-like fabric.
33 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comRipe Plums are Falling(early work)by Janet Bodin"Silence is Golden" (p. 32) has acostume made of many small squares ofchion in shades of gold. The edges areburned and sewn individually to thebody, and then a scattering of beads issewn on. Her Silk Fusion wings arecovered in gold lace and edged withhand-painted articial ower petals."The Green Man" (p.33) wears a capemade of individual leaves cut fromhand-dyed silk, then sewn together.Currently, I am working on aseries of Saints and Angelsdesigned to hang on the wall. Allare dressed in silks and brocadeswith metallic trims. "Violin Angel"has wood ligree wings and pearlcotton hair. "Angelina" has wingsmade of mulberry paper andhand-dyed silk yarn hair."Candida Hsu" has a traditionalLiangbatou hairstyle braided andadorned with gold metallic fansand Swarovski beads. She carriesa sta with an embroideredjeweled cross. Candida Hsu is ahistorical person who has beencalled "arguably the mostinuential Chinese Christianwoman of the seventeenthcentury" and referenced as the"Apostle of China."One "trick" I have learned whencoloring a cloth doll face is to spray theface with a xative before coloring withpens or markers. This prevents themfrom bleeding into the fabric.If you would like to see moreof my work, I have a website:www.janetbodin.comI also sell my dolls on Etsy:www.janetbodin.etsy.com
34 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comSilence is Golden(early work)by Janet Bodin
35 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comThe Green Man(early work)by Janet Bodin
36 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comDeannaHOGANLisetteby Deanna HoganLaundry Woman, 1996by Deanna Hogan
37 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAmelia Earhart, 2023by Deanna HoganMy name is Deanna Hogan, and I’ve been anOregonian nearly all my life. I attended nursingschool at the University of Portland, worked, thenmoved to the Oregon Coast. I’ve been living here fornearly 37 years. I worked as an emergency nurse atthe local rural trauma hospital until I retired lastsummer. I have been enjoying every minute of it.I had a very creative childhood. My paternaland maternal grandmothers were painters,and some of my fondest memories were thecreative projects we did together. Mymother taught me how to sew at a veryyoung age and has been one of mystaunchest supporters.When I nished nursing school, I could nallyreturn to sewing. I started making teddy bears butquickly grew bored with them. I switched to dollsfor the variety. My earliest were Raggedy Andydolls for my young boys. Then I discovered a bookcalled Cloth Dolls: How to Make Them by MiriamGourley, and I thought, WOW, I want to do THAT!After getting our rst computer andaccessing the internet in the 1990s, I founda group of doll makers from the Portlandarea. We formed a small but very active dollclub, meeting monthly, challenging andteaching one another. The club eventuallydisbanded, but most of us have stayed intouch.Over the years I’ve been fortunate to have taken afew doll classes from dierent artists, building afoundation of skills needed to create cloth andmixed media gures. I started designing cloth dollsin the mid-1990s, built a website, and began self-publishing doll patterns shortly after. I became anODACA Artist in 2006.I record most of the dolls I’ve made in small3-ring binders with numbers, dates,descriptions, and samples of the fabrics I’veused. My favorite dolls are cloth, with avintage vibe. My style has evolved over time,including explorations into mixed mediatechniques. However, I’m told my dolls arerecognizable regardless of the style.
38 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAnne, 2022by Deanna HoganIn 2022, when I was looking aheadto my retirement, I decided to bemore proactive in encouragingothers to become doll artists.I started publishing a simplenewsletter with tips and tutorials.It’s still new but slowly growing.I’ve taught a few doll classes overthe years, and now that I’m retired,I hope to do more of this. I’mcurrently developing an onlinedoll course in the form of aneBook with supportingvideos – the same clothdoll I taught at twoin-person classes in 2023.I hope to launchthe course withinthe next week.This is a newadventure for me,so ngers crossed!DEANNA HOGANwww.blueherondolls.comwww.blueherondolls.blogspot.comdeanna@blueherondolls.comblueherondolls@hotmail.com
39 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comJoycePATTERSONSt. Patrick’s Day Elfby Joyce PattersonCreating one-of-a-kind cloth characterdolls has been mypassion for well over30 years, and it is asstrong today aswhen I rst started.Major inuences werethe late Elinor PeaceBailey and the manyamazing cloth dollartists who helped melearn the skills andtechniques I use today.Many of these artistswere members ofODACA, and I feelhonored to have beenaccepted as an ODACAmember in 2000.
40 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comI have always been a prolicdoll maker, and even aftermaking hundreds of dollsover the years, I still havemany ideas just waiting to bebrought to life. The dollsrange in size from 12 to 18inches, each signed anddated. I call themFabricImages by Joyce.I nd inspiration all aroundme for my characters.I especially enjoy collectingprops and accessories in thecorrect scale to use with thedolls to set a special scene oremphasize their activity orstory. I also hope to bring asmile by including a bit ofhumor and familiarity.I also enjoy making 12”open-edition elves and fairies ina variety of themes,with no two exactly alike.Papa Noelby Joyce Patterson
41 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comIn addition to ODACA, my other professionalaliations are the Texas Association of OriginalDoll Artists (TAODA) since 1999, the ProfessionalDoll Makers Art Guild (PDMAG) since 1996, andthe United Federation of Doll Clubs (UFDC) since1994. I’m also a member of the Brazosport andGalveston Art Leagues in Texas.Mardi Grass Elfby Joyce Patterson
42 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comwww.joycepatterson.comjp@joycepatterson.comwww.fabricimagesbyjoyce.etsy.comwww.facebook.com/joycepatterson.9041Mardi Grass Elfby Joyce PattersonMy most prized benet from 30+ years as a clothdoll artist is my many lasting friendships withother doll artists and collectors. It has beena wonderful journey that I hopeto continue as long as possible.
43 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comMore Tea Santaby Joyce Patterson
44 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comGrandmother Garden’s Catsby Joyce Patterson
45 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comDonnaSIMSAfter retiring from 37 years ofteaching in the regular classroom, allgrades and all subjects except rstgrade, and art to children and adults,publicly and privately, I moved fromColorado back to my mother's homein Texas to assist with her care. Sheloved ceramics and had a dollcollection, which I had contributedto for years before retiring. I beganwith ceramics, at her prodding,becoming a professional dollmakerafter my rst competitive entry. Dollclasses followed, making some forher and later selling nearby.I loved the feel of wet clay andcreating whatever was in mymind. Not satised with usinga mold for dolls, I wanted tosculpt my own, so I tookclasses from Jack Johnstonand many others. During aJack Johnston class, I met veother ladies who, including me,became the organizers for theTexas Association of DollArtists (TAODA) from JuneGoodnow's suggestion in alater private workshop.Createdby Donna Sims
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47 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCreated by Donna SimsCreating storybook dollswith TAODA led toinspiring my love forfantasy gures! Thus,my love for all art formscould be incorporated intocreating dolls, whichI entered in art shows.Receiving ribbon andmonetary awards forthose endeavors,I received requests fordemonstrations andshowings with other artartists in art galleries.This included sales, too.A few years later, dollartist Marilyn Hustoninvited me to seek ODACAmembership. This processawoke my artistic muse toeven higher aspirationsand extended to amembership in the UnitedFederation of DollCollectors. ODACArewarded me withrecognition, sales,friendships, pleasure,heartwarming joy,and love.
48 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCreated by Donna SimsToday, at age 90, I'm not asproductive, but I still enjoy thecreative process in all phases ofart. I endeavor to encouragepotential artists to pursue theirmuse, educate themselves,broaden their horizons, and beproductive in their artisticjourneys! ...Wishing all magictrails.
49 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCatWOODYI have always loved dolls.My parents would gift mea Madame Alexander dolleach Christmas, and I wouldspend hours admiring theintricate details andcombination of fabricsand trims.My mother took note of my love offabrics and taught me to sew at anearly age, encouraging mycreativity. What she didn’tencourage was taking her goodsewing scissors to the woods behindour West Virginia home to createcouture gowns for my dolls out ofleaves and moss…Lesson learned early!I didn’t discover art dolls untilmuch later in life. My husbandand I traveled to Santa Fe,New Mexico, to attenda wonderful doll show where Iwalked with giants in the dollindustry for a weekend. I evendanced with a few at the maskedball! I fondly remember takinga sculpting class withWendy Froud that magicalweekend. (Where I realizedclay was not for me…)Blue Fairy Hatby Cat Woody
50 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comWildings Group by Cat WoodyCat at work
51 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comYears later, walking through theexhibits at the International QuiltFestival, I came across the InCelebration of the Doll exhibit.I was enthralled! Cloth dolls thatweren’t Raggedy Ann or Andy?My mind was blown!I immediately joined one of thelocal doll clubs and beganlearning the intricacies of creatingcloth dolls. My background as atheatrical costumer came in veryhandy in creating scaled-downfanciful costumes.My dolls tend to leantowards a fantasy orhistorical aesthetic.I love creating enchantingladies wearing fantastical,richly embellished gowns.Inspiration can come fromanywhere. My husband andI frequent antique fairswhere I actively search forvintage jewelry ndings,embroidered handkerchiefs,laces, beautiful scarves, andunusual items for stands.I have had great successwith old lamp bases!Living in a suburb of Houston,Texas, I am spoiled for choicewith wonderful fabric shops,antique stores, and ea markets.The Harwin Wholesale districtcan be a treasure trove of shopsfor beads, fabrics, and trimsimported from all over the world.It always makes for a wonderfuladventure!Fall Witchby Cat Woody
52 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comLiianALBERTII have been creating paper clay Artdolls for over thirty years. I wasinspired by the art of Van Craig,whose work I saw displayed in thewindows of Tiany’s Jewelry store inNew York City. I went home, triedmy hand at it, and was hooked!Each of my dolls tells a uniquestory and comes with a storytag. Over the years, Icontinued to rene my work,developing new techniques,experimenting with new paperclays and, using my fashiondesign experience, costumingwith rich, opulent fabrics. Asmy dolls evolved, I developedan identiable style. As aresult, twelve years ago, I wasinducted as an ODACAmember!Shadowboxby Lillian Alberti
53 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comShadowboxby Lillian Alberti
54 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comUnder the Seaby Lillian Alberti
55 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comMore recently, I have enjoyed creating smaller-scaled items, such as shadow boxes and trinketboxes. For me, creating dolls has been a fruitfuladventure. I have enjoyed attendingconventions, teaching doll-making workshopsaround the country, and giving lectures. As aresult, I’ve had the pleasure of meeting talenteddoll artists, who have also become wonderfulfriends…you’ll never know where your dolljourney will take you!Website: http://www.a-lil-whimsy.comFor whimsical, one-of-a-kindcreations by Lillian AlbertiBlog: http://cottage.wordpress.comPinterest: http://pinterest.com/albersich/Created byby Lillian Alberti
56 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comSarahMALDONADO I came to doll making late and by acircuitous route. Dolls, particularlylady dolls, were a joy well into myteens. However, my academic interestswere focused on science, leading to acareer in research and health care. Mywork left little time forexperimentation in anything artistic.Years into my work life, on awhim, I signed up for an eveningclass at a doll shop. I learned thebasics of making porcelain dollsbut soon found antiquereproduction too restrictive. Atthe time, commercial molds formodern lady dolls were limited,leading me to try to make myown originals. I read everythingI could get my hands on aboutmodeling the human body,sculpting, mold making, andworking with porcelain.Created bySarah Maldonado
57 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCreated bySarah MaldonadoI consider myself lucky that mybackground included anatomy,physiology, and meticulous attentionto procedure. It was a bonus that I hadlearned to sew as a child. The "hands-on" learning came through workshops,seminars, and trial and error.I am truly grateful to the numerousand varied artists who shared theirknowledge and generously gave oftheir time and talent.
58 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCreated bySarah MaldonadoOf particular inuence wereclasses by Susanna Oroyan,Joy Calhoun, and AnkieDaanen. A couple of the manyother inuences include myadmiration for the delicacyand detail of StephanieBlythe's work and the renedelegance of CatherineMather's dolls.It is surprising to realize how longI have been creating dolls, as it stillseems new. Doll-making remainsrewarding and challenging for me.I learn with every doll. The art ofthe doll encompasses a range ofskills, from portraying the humanform, sensibility, and emotion tothe creation or reproduction offashion, including footwear,accessories, jewelry, and hairstyle.It is these varied challenges thatkeep me engaged.Sarah MaldonadoMs Mollie O Original Dollsinfo@msmollieo.com
59 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comRandiTAYLORMy name is Randi Taylor.I have been creating dolls sinceI was two, making tiny dolls out oftoothpicks and Kleenex. I have beenan ODACA doll artist since 1999.I found out about ODACA throughthe shows I did and from my dollcollectors, and I nally applied andwas accepted.Createdby Randi Taylor
60 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comI started designing and making cloth andsock dolls in 1972 when I discoveredpolymer clay and watched a well-knownminiature artist, Cynthia Baron, workingwith Sculpey, making her little elves! Beingan only child, I had always been fascinatedwith little beings, and that's how I startedmy polymer clay artist career of makingminiatures and elves. I had my greatestcompliment from Cynthia about my littlebeings.I have been published in many books andmagazines in the US and Europe. I enjoyother doll makers' creative feedback andsuggestions. That's why I joined ODACA.Createdby Randi Taylor
61 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comA TAPESTRY OF CULTUREAND HOSPITALITYJourney through Oaxaca,MexicoBy ADELE SCIORTINOMonte Albán
62 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comEmbarking on a journey to Oaxaca, Mexico is akin to steppinginto a living tapestry woven with layers of history, art, culture, andthe vibrant spirit of its local people. Nestled in the heart ofsouthern Mexico, Oaxaca beckons travelers with its richheritage and diverse landscapes, promising an immersiveexperience unlike any other.Monte AlbánAlebrijes
63 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAs you traverse the cobblestone streets of OaxacaCity, history whispers from every colonial-erabuilding and ancient archaeological site. The city'sstoried past, dating back to pre-Columbiancivilizations such as the Zapotecs and Mixtecs, ispalpable in its archaeological treasures like MonteAlbán and Mitla. Here, visitors can marvel atintricate stone carvings, pyramids, and ceremonialplatforms that stand as testaments to the ingenuityand cultural prowess of these ancient civilizations.Alebrijes paintingand wood carving
64 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comThe beating heart of Oaxacan culture lies in itspeople, whose warmth and hospitality welcomevisitors as honored guests. Engaging with localsoers a window into their way of life, whetherthrough shared meals of traditional dishes likemole and tlayudas, or conversations that bridgelanguage and cultural barriers.Artistry thrives in Oaxaca, manifesting in the intricatecrafts and vibrant folk art that adorn its markets andgalleries. From the intricate designs of hand-woven textilesto the vivid hues of traditional alebrijes—fantasticalcreatures carved from copal wood—every piece tells a storysteeped in tradition and craftsmanship. Local artisans,many of whom belong to indigenous communities, proudlypreserve centuries-old techniques passed down throughgenerations, infusing each creation with a sense of culturalidentity and pride.Alebrijes paintingAlebrijes
65 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comIn villages scattered throughout the region, indigenous communities preserve age-old customs and rituals,inviting visitors to participate in festivals, ceremonies, and celebrations that oer a glimpse into theirspiritual beliefs and worldview.San Martin TilcajeteMaking a local drinkChicken green moleSharing a mealTortilla masa
66 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comNo visit to Oaxaca would becomplete without a journeythrough its bustling markets,where the sights, sounds, andaromas of the region convergein a sensory feast. AtMercado Benito Juárez,vendors hawk everything fromaromatic spices and exoticfruits to colorful textiles andhandcrafted pottery. Themercado's labyrinthine aislesbeckon curious explorers todiscover hidden treasures andindulge in the avors ofOaxacan cuisine, from tangytlayudas to sweet and savorystreet snacks like tamales andmemelasOcetlán de Morelos MarketTlacolula de Matmoros MarketMercado de la Merced
67 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comIn Oaxaca, history, art,culture, and the warmthof its people intertwineto create an experiencethat transcends meretravel—it's a journey ofthe senses, a celebrationof heritage, and anexploration of thehuman spirit. Whetherwandering ancient ruins,admiring intricate crafts,or sharing stories withlocals, each moment inOaxaca is a brushstrokein the masterpiece of anunforgettable adventure.Plaza Santo DomingoSanto Tomás Jalieza WeaverSanto Tomás Jalieza
68 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comPlaza Santo Domingo Celebration
69 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comCentro Oaxaca CarnavelCentro Oaxaca CarnavelSan Martin Tilcajete Carnival
70 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comWeaveTeotitlán del Valle WeaverWeaving supplies
71 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comReecting on myjourney, delving deepinto Oaxacan culture for14 unforgettable dayshas left an indeliblemark on my soul. Thegenuine warmth exudedby the local people waslike a balm for the spirit,their hospitality atestament to the richnessof their hearts. At everycorner, vibrant buildingspainted in hues thatdanced with the sunlightwelcomed me, whilebustling marketsbrimmed with artisansproudly displaying theirexquisite crafts.Oaxaca CenterOaxaca Center
72 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAs a passionate photographer,Oaxaca proved to be a veritabletreasure trove of picturesquelandscapes, captivating faces, andiconic landmarks. Each framecaptured a story—whether it was thetimeless allure of ancient ruinsbathed in golden light, the intricatepatterns adorning traditionaltextiles, or the joyous expressions oflocals engaged in daily life.But my journey through Oaxaca wasmore than just a visual feast; it wasa soul-stirring exploration of aculture steeped in history, art, andtradition. Every encounter, everyshared meal, every exchange ofsmiles enriched my understandingof this vibrant land and its people.Oaxaca CenterSubterráneos Street ArtOaxaca Center Entrance
73 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comAs I bid farewell toOaxaca, I do sowith a heartbrimming withgratitude andanticipation.Gratitude for thememories created,the friendshipsforged, and thelessons learned.And anticipationfor the day when Iwill once againwander itsenchanting streets,camera in hand,ready to continuemy exploration ofthe magic that isOaxaca, Mexico.Street ArtOaxaca CenterOaxaca Center Gallery
74 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comPhotography CreditsAdele Sciortinohttps://www.adelesciortino.photography/https://www.facebook.com/adelemaria.sciortinoOaxaca Center San Antoio Catillo VelascoLocal Art
75 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comTAKING A BREAK FROMCREATIVITY TO RECHARGE IS NOTONLY BENEFICIAL BUT OFTENNECESSARY FOR MAINTAININGLONG-TERM PRODUCTIVITY ANDINSPIRATION. Whether you're awriter, artist, musician, or any otherkind of creative individual, theconstant demand to produce can leadto burnout and creative blockages.Stepping back from your creativeendeavors allows you to rest,rejuvenate, and return with renewedenergy and fresh perspectives.by Adele Sciortino, Figurative ArtistRecharging yourCREATIVITY
76 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comHere are several reasonswhy taking a break fromcreativity is essential:Preventing Burnout: Creativityrequires mental and emotional energy.Without breaks, you risk burning out,which can manifest as decreasedmotivation, increased stress, anddiminished enjoyment in your creativepursuits.Gaining Perspective: Stepping awayfrom your work allows you to gainperspective. Distance can provideclarity, helping you see your projectswith fresh eyes. Often, solutions tocreative challenges come when youleast expect them.Exploring New Inspiration: Breaksgive you the opportunity to explorenew experiences, hobbies, and interests.Exposing yourself to different stimuli canspark inspiration and provide new ideas toincorporate into your creative work.Restoring Passion: Over time, creativeprojects can become draining if you don'ttake breaks.Taking time away allows youto reconnect with the passion andenthusiasm that initially drove you topursue your creative endeavors.Improving Productivity: Taking breakscan improve productivity. Giving your mindtime to rest can enhance focus andconcentration when you return to yourcreative projects, leading to more efcientand effective work sessions.Avoiding Creative Plateaus:Continuous creative output cansometimes lead to creative plateaus,where you feel stuck or uninspired.Takingbreaks disrupts this cycle and encouragesgrowth by giving you the opportunity torecharge and explore new directions.
77 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comUltimately, taking breaks fromcreativity is not a sign of weaknessbut a necessary part of the creativeprocess. Embrace these periods of restand recharge as opportunities tonurture your creativity and ensure itslongevity.ADELE SCIORTINO is an artist who lives in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. She also has her own sitehelping artists to become known as professional artists through sales and marketing workshops &webinars https://www.aforartistic.com. She may be reached by email at adele@adelesciortino.com.Set Boundaries: Establish clear boundariesfor your break. Dene the duration andcommunicate it to collaborators or clients ifnecessary.Disconnect: Try to disconnect from yourcreative work completely during your break.This means avoiding thinking about orworking on your projects.Engage in Restorative Activities: Useyour break to engage in activities thatrecharge you mentally, emotionally, andphysically.This could include spending time innature, practicing mindfulness or meditation,reading for pleasure, or spending quality timewith loved ones.Reect and Reassess: Take time to reecton your creative goals, achievements, andchallenges during your break. Use thisreection to reassess your priorities and planfor your return to creativity with renewedpurpose.Ease Back In: When your break is over,ease back into your creative work gradually.Start with small, manageable tasks to avoidoverwhelming yourself and to allow yourselftime to readjust.
78 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comBOOKconnectionWeaving on a Little Loomby Fiona DalyIt covers all aspects of weaving fundamentals,both basic and advanced techniques, anintroduction to creating patterns such asbasket and bird's eye weaves, rib, twill,herringbone, and more.• Publisher : Princeton Architectural Press;Illustrated edition (September 18, 2018)• Language : English• Paperback : 144 pages• ISBN-10 : 1616897120Mask Making Techniquesby Mary C. McClungMask Making Techniques: Creating 3-DCharacters from 2-D Designs for Theatre,Cosplay, Film, and TV, introduces anddemonstrates a variety of mask makingmaterials, techniques, and styles to bringextraordinary characters to life.• Publisher : Routledge; 1st edition(July 20, 2023)• Language : English• Paperback : 160 pages• ISBN-10 : 103237991XCollaborate with Mother Natureby Jane DunnewoldThis complete guide describes the featuresof a press you should look for, explains allthe chemicals needed in detail, anddiscusses the time, temperature and set upyou'll need to begin producing excitingprints from foliage and owers right away!• ASIN : B09HG6KMSL• Publisher : Independently published(October 4, 2021)• Language : English• Paperback : 124 pages• ISBN-13 : 979-8488667341Wild Textilesby Alice FoxTextile artist Alice Fox shows how to workwith found, foraged, gathered and grownmaterials to create fabulous textile pieces thatare inspired by, and made from, nature.• Publisher : Batsford (September 1, 2022)• Language : English• Hardcover : 128 pages• ISBN-10 : 1849947872Kahloby Andrea KettenmannThis book introduces the rich body ofKahlo’s work to explore her unremittingdetermination as an artist, and hersignicance as a painter, feminist icon, anda pioneer of Latin American culture.Publisher : TASCHEN; Illustrated edition(August 14, 2015)• Language : English• Hardcover : 96 pages• ISBN-10 : 383650085X
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81 SPRING 2024 | aforartistic.comTUESDAY 23 JULY, 2024All That GlittersODACA DayLuncheonGuest Speaker & Souvenir Artist: Christine Shively BenjaminTable Centerpiece Artist: Stevi T KANSAS CITY MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN, KANSAS CITY, MO 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.Artist Salesroom, Drawing for Artist Dolls and Centerpiece Dolls,Open to UFDC Members and the Public Register at ODACA.orgat the UFDC Convention