Sunday, March 29, 2009

Dark Images "Fantastic Black Dolls" Show in May!

Back By Popular Demand!
Black Doll Show & Sale
Presented by
The Philadelphia Doll Museum and Dark Images
Saturday, May 23, 2009
10am - 5pm
Pennsylvania Convention Center
12th Street and Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA
Admission: $7 - Adults, $5 - Seniors and Children 12 years
Information:
Philadelphia Doll Museum: 215-787-0220
www.philadollmuseum.com
dollmuse@aol.com

I will be attending with the Charm City Dolling Club of Maryland who is sponsoring a round trip Dillion's Motor Coach package including admission to the Doll Show, a sight seeing tour of Philadelphia's Wall Murals and a visit to the "Happily Ever After Doll Shop." For more information and tickets contact:

Doll Lovers Philly Trip
2847 Woodbrook Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21217-1942

Sunday, March 22, 2009

New Doll Artistry Film Released in February

Here is the official press release from Choices, Inc.

DOLL ARTISTRY AND ITS INSPIRATION COME ALIVE IN NEW FILM
Los Angeles, CA, (February 9th, 2009) -- Choices, Inc. proudly announces the
release of The World of the Doll Artist, a new documentary which explores the passion and creative process of doll making.

A follow-up to the critically acclaimed “The Art of the Doll Maker”, this new film
highlights the work of world renowned artists: Reina Mia Brill, Olga Roehl, Shelly Thornton, Gail Lackey, Nancy Wiley, Richard & Jody Creager as they engage in an intimate discussion about their approach to the craft and technique as well as their influences and inspirations. Viewers will also see these artisans’ creations through the use of vivid photography.

“These artists have chosen an art form rich in tradition and deeply embedded in the human psyche. Anyone interested in the art of doll making will find this DVD to be as enriching as it is informative.” – Lee Crowe, Producer

"Working on this project I discovered a world of fine art that I had never before appreciated. I was particularly impressed with how unique and multi-talented each artist is in the way they approach their creations." –James Seligman, Director

In the world of doll artists and collectibles, these artists reign as the elite masters of this ancient art. For doll makers and well as doll enthusiasts, The World of the Doll Artist will serve as a treasured resource for years to come.

“The World of the Doll Artist” Release date February 24, 2009. SRP of $19.95. DVD Special Features - Photo Gallery, Short Film “Doll Artist’s Design Techniques” and Guidebook.

To Order the DVD call 1-888-570-5400 or visit www.choicesvideo.net or www.dollartistdvd.com

The doll artists and filmmakers are available for interviews. For any additional information including requests for special screeners or interviews, please contact Stevin Espinoza at sespinoza@dslextreme.com, (310) 839-1500. or at Choices, 369 S. Doheny Drive, PMB #1105, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
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Friday, March 13, 2009

LAST WEEK FOR EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED EXHIBIT!



The Expect The UnExpected Exhibition is currently on display from January 19, 2009 - March 20, 2009 at The Gallery @ Children's National Medical Center, 111 Michigan Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20010. Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. ID is required.

Please stop by to see the Sankofa Mixed Media dolls on canvas being displayed there before March 20th!

Sunday, March 8, 2009

SAVE THE DATE: Columbia Festival of the Arts- June 13-14, 2009


Sankofa Doll Artistry is thrilled to have been accepted in the Columbia, Maryland Festival of the Arts, ArtPark LakeFest 2009!

ArtPark is part of LakeFest, a three-day celebration of the arts which is free to the public and is scheduled for Friday, June 12th, 5 – 11 p.m., Saturday, June 13th, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. and Sunday, June 14th, Noon – 7 p.m.

We will participate in the ArtPark covered garage at 10200 Wincopin Circle, which will be open to the public during LakeFest on Saturday, June 13th & Sunday, June 14th, 2009 from Noon – 7 p.m. both days.

More information to come!

First Friday Reception-Vivant Art Collection, Philadelphia, PA








Greetings- I truly enjoyed the First Friday reception at the Vivant Art Collection in Philadelphia, PA this past Friday, March 6th. I along with my twin sister, Sharon J. Burton and my husband Howard came up to visit the gallery and Gallery owner Florcy Morisset. I have three art dolls on display there as well as several smaller mixed media doll art on canvas. I was thrilled when I was told that someone in Hawaii actually purchased one of my pieces online. Please stop by there before the end of the month to catch the show.

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Black History Month Doll Show Hyattsville, Maryland




Doris McGillan displays her beautiful dolls.



Carrie Lyles displays her wonderful dolls.

I attended the Black History Doll Show this weekend in Hyattsville, Maryland. Over 10 fine black doll artists attended showing their latest collections. I was deeply impressed with the show. I was honored to meet two of the finest black doll artists, Carrie Lyles and Doris McGillan. I also met newcomer, Tenaria Drummond-Smith of More Than Just A Doll. All doll artists were warm, friendly and encouraging of my own doll art! I will definitely attend and participate in this show next year.