Linda Misa's classes

I very excited to announce the two classes being taught by Linda Misa for the Magical Art Dolls Conference. 

Her 2-day class is titled:  ...."don't judge me, underneath I really am a Princess"

Linda's class description:

  

What we will be covering in this workshop...

Full paperclay head sculpt and face painting

How to adapt a cloth pattern with paperclay overlays and armature to build up shape.

Working with both patterned and plain fabric and altering it with the use of paint, stamps, stencils and free machine embroidery......i.e. how to use up some of your not so pretty stash and turn it into a unique piece of fabric!

Underpainting techniques (optional) for a slightly "prim" look.

Easily adaptable ideas for wigging your doll.

Making accessories using paperclay and your imagination!

I encourage students to use this time to learn the steps they want to continue with for their own doll making journey. It is meant as a flexible classroom, where I will do my best to work with each student in the direction they want to take or simply work their way through with the design I have made.

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Her 1-day class is a wonderful fabric collage piece!

This is a fun 1 day workshop that will give students some skills and confidence to take some of their creative passion out on a canvas!

I work with both paper and material as well as stamps, stencils, buttons, threads, paints and whatever embellishments that can be either glued or stitched in place! and we apply all this to the canvas. This is why it is such a good crossover class to do...all you will probably need to buy is the canvas!

Size of works are based on a very portable 10"x12" framed canvas.

Then using either my images or the students we learn how to successfully transfer and work them into the picture to create their own masterpiece. It really is a no holds barred technique that has stunning textural results that are very satisfying and easy to achieve.

Come take the step with me.

We are so excited to have Linda as one of our teachers!  Stay tuned!  Official web page and registration opening SOOON!

Barbara Schoenoff's Class Dolls

Barbara Schoenoff has truely delighted with two wonderful creations for the MAD Magical Art Dolls Conference!  She will be teaching two classes:


Furies - 2 Day class



A 2-Day class:  The Furies


They are a study in motion and embellishment and involve soft sculpture, metal leafing, beading, working with Angelina, and insetting eyes.  All skill levels.  If pre class work is finished, no sewing machines needed for class.



And a 1-Day class:  Gaia

Creating a face and embellishing is the focus, using burlap, metal mesh, crinkle georgette, beads, pleated ribbon, shibori ribbon, you name it it can go on there.  All skill levels.  If pre class work is done no sewing machine will be necessary for class.

Jessica Hamilton's Classes for MAD

I am pleased to announce the details of the first of our classes.  These are the two classes being taught by Jessica Hamilton.

Sculpt Your First Ball-Jointed Doll

2 Day Workshop by Jessica Hamilton

Ball jointed dolls move and pose so beautifully. Wouldn’t you like to make your own? In this workshop, you will create your own 10-11” ball jointed doll—I will walk you through step-by-step. I designed this workshop for the beginning to advanced doll maker. If you can make basic clay shapes, like a ball, a log and a tear drop, and if you are comfortable learning to blend these shapes together, you can build your own ball-jointed dolls!

I will show you how to

      ·         Sculpt a complete head with glass eyes

      ·         Create the ball joints that allow you to pose your doll

      ·         Sculpt strong body parts to support your doll

      ·         Color and blush the face and hands

      ·         String your doll

You will come away from this workshop with a doll you’ve sculpted yourself. You will also receive my complete sculpt a BJD PDF tutorial for free, just for taking this class. A $65 value! This PDF tutorial is packed with detail and will ensure you don’t miss any steps when you recreate a doll using the methods you learn in class.

Note: There are two types of BJD construction I teach—the first is a partial ball joint system with solid legs (this speeds up the process, but you still learn the ball joint basics). The other is a completely jointed body. While you will receive the knowledge to create both types, the doll we complete in class will depend on your experience level. Depending on the pace of the class, we may not complete our dolls in class, but I guarantee you will come away with the knowledge and confidence to finish your doll at home.


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Wigs that Wow

1 Day Workshop by Jessica Hamilton

Now you can create your own stunning wigs for dolls of any size. I will share with you my fail-proof step-by-step methods for making perfect and imaginative wigs for your dolls.

I will show you how to

·         Create a wig in most any shape you desire

·         Design a removable wig that fits your doll perfectly, the first time

·         Make the wig light-weight so it doesn’t put a lot of strain on your doll’s neck

·         Work with and manipulate fibers to get the styles you want

·         Embellish the wig for a one of a kind look

You will come away from this workshop with a finished wig you’ve made yourself and you’ll be armed with the knowledge to design and create as many additional wigs as you desire.

As you can see, the dolls are so very lovely.  We will be offering Jessica's classes as a 3-day enroll for both classes or a 2-day "Scultp Your First Ball Jointed Doll" with Linda Misa's 1 day class (TBA) or the 1-day "Wigs that Wow" paired with Linda Misa's 2-day class (TBA).

Supply lists and other important information will be coming soon!  Be on the look out for great things to come!

Laurie

Jessica Hamilton

And our third teacher will be Jessica Hamilton!  I discovered Jessica Hamilton's wonderful Doll Project thanks to Tulsa Dolling Dames member Shauna Henry.  What struck me first was that she calls herself a "creative engineer."  That is awesome!

Jessica shares many techniques and patterns for free through her monthly newsletter.  It's well worth signing up for by email!  As someone who is enjoying Steampunk art in dollmaking, her google pattern is FABULOUS.  I wish I had it while making my Steampunk Maggie. 

Jessica's art is very unique and eclectic, with ball jointed dolls, polymer clay, apoxi sculpt pieces. Also, she has a gift for those all important doll accessory items: wigs and shoes.

Also, be sure to check out her Flickr: dollproject's Photostream for a look at her art dolls, costumes for dolls, and online tutorials she teaches.  I think my favorite is a piece she calls "Math Love Detail" made from polymer clay and ultra suede. Also, check out  "Water Under the Bridge" a beautiful piece from polymer clay and apoxi sculpt.

Jessica will also be teaching two classes - a two day class and a one day class.

I am so excited to have her join us!  Hope to see you as well!

Laurie

Linda Misa

I am very excited to announce that Linda Misa will be a teacher at the first MAD - Magical Art Dolls conference in Tulsa, October 11-13, 2013.  Have you saved the date?

Linda is a textile artist and doll maker who lives in Bunbury, Australia. You can visit her blog, Tact-ilse at and sign up for a free online class and see her many lovely pieces. I am particularly fond of her cloth and clay dolls "love you" and "she dreamed."  They have such lovely facial expressions!

She is also currently teaching a couple of online classes at Doll Street Dreamers including a needle felting class and image collage class. There is also a free pin doll pattern by Linda: "Love, Faith & Peace."

For us, Linda will be teaching two classes -- a two day and one day class.  I don't want to tell you too much, because everything is in the planning stage and well, things happen. In fact, with me, things always happen.

I got to skype with Linda on Sunday and let me just say, she is a lovely person. I can't believe we are so lucky to have her coming! Special thanks and shout out to Stephanie Novatski  who told me Linda was planning to come to the US next year and I should email her.

Meanwhile, check out Linda's blog.  :-)

Laurie