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Smile, gaze, glare and stare: raggedy ann and whimsical dolls of Denise White-part I
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The faces of Denise White’s dolls smile, gaze, glare and stare. The look upon these dolls will give doll lovers a reason to view her creations that are authentically hand painted on muslin fabric or sculpted through the medium of paper clay.
Denise creates distinctive types of dolls with a style that bears a resemblance to folkloric and primitive doll artistry, where there is simplicity and complexities and an artistic expression of a familiar nature in life. Her dolls have a vintage and antique quality to them, which gives them a look of a treasure victoriously found. In addition, there is a slight humorous side to some of the dolls she creates.
Denise’s unique doll craft, range from raggedy Ann dolls to whimsical characters and animals. Her raggedy Ann dolls present a genteel essence, while her whimsical and animal dolls have amusing countenances that will bring interest to doll lovers all over. With her painting techniques, and subtle colors, the features of her dolls, with particular emphasis on the faces, are created with an expertise in the contouring and refinement of the eyes, nose and mouth. And there is detailed to her drawings and shadings to capture mood and character. The effects are quite engaging. .jpg)
In this interview with Denise White, doll readers come to learn more about her work and how she came to join the world of doll making.
EA: How did your doll artistry begin?
DW: I accidentally came across some cloth doll patterns online when looking for a vintage Raggedy Ann pattern. I was so excited and bought a whole box full before I got up the nerve to try one!
EA: How many years have you been creating your dolls?
DW: I started trying doll patterns about 9 years ago and started designing my own patterns about 8 years ago.
EA: What do you love most about it?
DW: My favorite part of designing dolls is when I get to the face. I love the whole process--drawing, painting, shading and adding the details. I get really excited when I get to that part!
EA: How would you describe your style?
DW: I'm not sure exactly what style my dolls are--maybe a mixture of primitive, folk art and a little cartoonish.
EA: What types of shows do you exhibit in your home town?
DW: I display a few dolls in one shop locally called Talk of the Town. I usually do 3-4 for shows close to home each year, but I took a break this year to work on my studio. I hope to have it open to the public next year.
Stay tuned for part II of this interview with doll artist Denise White. Share with other doll lovers and enthusiasts. Questions on this article email Elizabeth.
Photos are courtesy of Denise White
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