ART Inspired Dolls

An exhibit of original dolls created by members of the Ithaca Doll Artists
On display at Tompkins County Public Library July 1 to July 31, 2007

Ithaca’s Doll Artists accepted a new challenge this year – to create dolls inspired by works of art or book illustrations.

The Girl With The Pearl Earring by June Silberman inspired by Jan Vermeer’s painting of the same name.

The Pearl Necklace by Annette Sharpe inspired by Johannes Vermeer’s painting of the same name.

Queen Henrietta by Penny Hughes inspired by a painting by Anthony Van Dyck.

Charlotte's Web by Maddy Thurnheer inspired by E.B. White's books Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little.

E.B. White by Maddy Thurnheer inspired by his children's books.

Piper With The Rat by Annie Zygarowicz inspired by Maxfield Parrish.

The Doll Artists also participated in a round robin challenge where the naked body and head of a doll was passed from person to person and each artist added something to it. These dolls have no names, only descriptions, and no individual creator just an owner.

These include an Old lady holding a doll - owner Annie Zygarowicz
Going to a tea party - owner June Silberman
Dressed like a clown - owner Annette Sharpe
Mermaid doll - owner Cheryl Moore
Male doll with sword - Owner Abby Hatfield
Doll holding grapes – owner Penny Hughes

The Artists hope you enjoy these dolls as much as they do. For more information about the group please contact
ithaca.doll.artists@mac.com.












About Ithaca Doll Artists:
The Ithaca Doll Artists are a group of people with an interest in figurative sculpture and creating the "doll as art." We work in all kinds of medium - from cloth to wire, to polymer clay, to paperclay, to needle felting. Nearly every aspect of the art is constructed from handcrafted materials - the doll, it’s clothing and props, without the use of kits or patterns. As a group, we continue to grow and support each other by learning new techniques, creating monthly challenges and sharing ideas.

In the past, we’ve given presentations called Trunk Shows to local organizations in Ithaca and the surrounding communities. It gives us an opportunity to talk about our work and share our art experiences. We’ve discovered that through this forum, we can educate, inspire and encourage the appreciation for art dolls.

The Ithaca Doll Artists, also participate in gallery exhibits, conferences and other venues including the Tompkins County Public Library annual exhibit. As individual artists, we often submit our entries to nationally published magazines and competitions. Many of our pieces are available to purchase for private collections.

If you would like more information about an artist in this exhibit, commission and pricing inquiries, booking a Trunk Show, or joining the Ithaca Doll Artists, please email: ithaca.doll.artists@mac.com.