Hi everyone! Just wanted to let you know that I am teaching an online class on Sculpting the Female Torso. This class starts next Monday at A for Artistic so be sure to check that out! This is a continuation of my Sculpting the Female Face class, all part of my whole sculpting series, Back to Basics 101.

I felt it would be great to over basic sculpting techniques and the study of anatomy to both beginners and the more advanced as a refresher course. So come and join us! You will need an armature to build this on and that class is running right now, also at A for Artistic.

Come and check it out!

I seriously am embarrassed. I vow, my New Years Resolution, is to be more attentive to this blog!! Now, most people have resolutions that they are going to exercise more- and diet to lose weight- all that's great. I think I've had those resolutions every year since I was about 7!! Well, maybe 17, but you know what I mean.

This year my goal is to work on all those things that I have had to let slide because of life circumstances.

This is my year, and I am already grateful. Thank you God.

Well! I can see it's been a long time since I have checked in here on my Blog. Shame on me! Life has a way of getting in the way, doesn't it. Yes, it does. But it's all GOOD! I wanted to announce that I am back to teaching my online classes!! Right now I have a class underway at A for Artistic, the Sculpting the Female Face. There is still time to join us there! This class at A for Artistic includes sculpting the EAR, which can be difficult at times.

In addition, to my members of International Art Doll Registry, I am ALSO offering classes- the first one is underway right now, Armatures 101. That runs until January 29th. Then the Sculpting the Female Face class will be available to IADR members starting January 23rd!

For IADR, I am offering the EARS class separately so that members can take just that class alone if they choose to.

So! That's what is new with me!! I hope you'll consider taking a class with me- I would love to have you join us at International Art Doll Registry too. I will post links for you here! Thanks- Deb

A for Artistic
International Art Doll Registry

Another Online Class is available!

Hi everyone- I've been gone so much- went to IDEX for a great presentation for International Art Doll Registry-- then a bit of vacation! Now it's back to business with my next offering, an online class for A for Artistic- the Armatures Class with a Bonus of the Mossy Mushroom Base included.

There is also discussion about children armatures-- so be sure to check it out, ok? The class is 35.00 for three sessions.

I am happy to announce I will be teaching an online course for www.aforartistic.com beginning December 7th. We will be creating these exact Fantasy Film wings. The class runs for three weeks and the cost is 35.00. Please go to their website and click on the CLASSES tab on the left of your screen. There you'll see information on my class, as well as all the other wonderful offerings from AforArtistic. I am deeply honored and flattered to be in the company of such renowned artists! Come and see us there!!

Come join me for a Sculpting Seminar

Hello everyone! I wanted to let you know I am hosting a week long sculpting seminar in August here in Minnesota. It is from August 17th through the 21st, check in is the 16th and check out is the 22nd. The place is a rustic lodge on the Mississippi River! It's a wonderful get away. The price is all inclusive, at 875.00 per person. This is for the class, some supplies, your lodging, and all meals! The class is 5 days from Wednesday through Sunday. We will be covering sculpting a female figure from armature to accessories. So get in touch with me if you are interested! You can reach me at deb@debwood.com Thanks, looking forward to a relaxing and informative week!

Papillion-a butterfly fairy with a stained glass accent lamp

Hello again! Well, in spite of being so busy with my daughter and her new business venture, I still do find time to be in the studio. I think I would go crazy if I wasn't able to! It's just such a part of my life. This is Papillion- which is French for Butterfly. I thought it was a fitting name for her. Hope you enjoy seeing her!

Back with a new wee fae! Sweet-Heart!

I have been gone so much lately! Finally I have been able to be in the studio for a bit- this is Sweet-Heart- and she is tucked into a darling handpainted china dish I found while out antiquing one day. Love those vintage and antique shops, don't you? I thought it would look good with her sitting outside the dish and fill the dish with Hershey's Kisses or some other prettily wrapped candy. Why not, right?

I am working on several new pieces right now- and using them to prepare for the online classes I will be teaching starting this month. Be watching for more information!

Happy Spring!

My newest work....

This is Marta--curvy and sensual. My latest offering on ebay! Her listing starts this evening and runs until Sunday evening.

Been gone a bunch this month- traveling has been fun but it's time now to buckle down and get back to work! :)

Some slideshows of photos from our recent IDEX show

Back from IDEX

Well, it was a great trip! I'm so glad I decided to take some extra time to enjoy the Florida weather. It was fantastic every day we were there! The IDEX show was great fun as well- we had several artists participating in our booth. Thank you to all of you who made the trip to be there and make a great showing! I am working to download the photos and will create a slide show to share.

If anyone is interested in joining our group, there is much to see and learn at the International Art Doll Registry. http://www.international-art-doll-registry.com/ Come and check us out!

OMGosh, I can't believe it's been this long!

Well, I need to get a whipping with a wet noodle. I've been away from my blog for months now! Such a busy time... my daughter started her own business in November and I've been helping her with that- then she got married on January 1st so we had that to prepare for.. but really, that's no excuse for not checking in here with my blog friends!

Now my attention is fixed on the IDEX show in Orlando at the end of the month, I am looking forward to spending a few weeks in the warm temps of Florida and meeting many of my fellow artists at the beautiful Rosen Shingle Creek hotel and show. Then from there I head off to California for another dose of warm weather, then to Las Vegas! I cannot wait! Such fun!! and it will make this long cold snowy winter fly by. In the meantime, I have one teacup fairy listed on ebay, my only listing for January. This is Leighton!

Thank you for continuing to follow my work- and my hectic life! I've got more news to share, but will do that next time.

Hugs! Deb