I have been working hard on my craft since 2004, and I think I have a skill level that shows in my work. I am the do over queen and there are many heads without bodies to suggest that these mistakes drive me to the perfect end. The finished doll always seems to lead to the next doll, one is born out of another. This is why I love making dolls. It is the air I breathe and pretty much defines me. I am a doll maker.
This may sound strange but these bodiless heads and headless bodies speak to me. I have control over the parts and pieces individually, but the position involved in the connection is revealed at the moment the pieces touch one another for the first time. The head moves me to sew it in a certain pose, same with the hands and arms. The whole doll forms itself to be expressive according to its idea of itself.
After the death of Alexander McQueen, I have been mesmerized by his work. He is certainly an artist and a sculptor. He has inspired me to go beyond the level of the fabric, the level of the body, to create a depth that intrigues the viewer.
This dress and pose were inspired by a video of Bjork performing. I wanted the doll to be in a kneeling position to create a sense of gratitude.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfAfJuGovfU
Alexander McQueen 's work, takes you far beyond yourself. It puts you in a place of a fantasy where you get lost in all the layers and movement he creates. I find many similarities in our work. Granted he has taken it to another level, but it is the sculptural quality of his work that I relate to. In the past, my dolls have been more muted in their color palette, but now I am inspired to seek out bold patterns and color to work with.http://hautemacabre.com/2010/02/god-save-mcqueen/
My thoughts as I have been working on this doll have been about how I dream for doll making to be what my life is all about. No distractions, no noise to keep me from my passion. I can see this happening and the mood of the doll reflects one who is 'Receiving the Dream'.
It is amazing the difference I am feeling with my art. I have always used art to escape my life. Now I have been reborn to letting art reveal my future. Taking away any negative thoughts and concentrating on the beauty and joy my dolls bring in to my world and the worlds of those who love them.http://www.etsy.com/shop/artdollsbynat
My thoughts as I have been working on this doll have been about how I dream for doll making to be what my life is all about. No distractions, no noise to keep me from my passion. 
I can see this happening and the mood of the doll reflects one who is 'Receiving the Dream'.
Anne Boleyn is a true historical figure. She married Henry VIII in 1533. Queen Anne gave birth to the future Queen of England, Elizabeth and just three years later Anne Boleyn was found guilty of adultery, treason and incest. Anne would lose her head in 1536. Anne Boleyn deserved much better.
This Art Doll is on sale now at my Etsy store
Alexander McQueen 's work, takes you far beyond yourself. It puts you in a place of a fantasy where you get lost in all the layers and movement he creates. I find many similarities in our work. Granted he has taken it to another level, but it is the sculptural quality of his work that I relate to. In the past, my dolls have been more muted in their color palette, but now I am inspired to seek out bold patterns and color to work with.
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