Art & Soul- Sculpey Clay Dolls

 Life has been a whirlwind since returning home from Art & Soul in Portland.  I had the intentions of coming home to paint and finish the doll I started in the class I took from artist, Judy Wise.  I always feel an urgency of energy to paint and create when I come back from these artful adventures and I needed just a few hours to complete my doll.  That had to be put on hold as my Hubby wanted to head for the scenic mountain lands of Wyoming.  It was incredible with beauty and wildlife.  We hiked the mountainside finding clear lakes and hidden waterfalls.  It was all so wonderful but I am so happy to be home. These October days in my little corner of the world have been so amazingly beautiful... taunting me to come out and enjoy the warm Autumn sunshine.  I think this is the prettiest fall I have experienced since living in this Utah land.  The mountains are still gorgeous with Autumn colors.  Usually this time of year the tips of the Wasatch are frosted white.  I am more than happy for this bit of nature to be postponed although it is freaking my husband out!  All he can think about is our local ski area opening on time which so far does not look promising.  There will be no living with him if the snow does not come!  Anyway these days of sunshine keep me from painting... doing the laundry... completing chores undone and the list goes on and on but finally I took some time to pause and finish my little Sculpey doll. 

 

Since I am a Halloween kind of girl I thought it would be fun to create a witch.

 

 

 

 

I loved creating with the Sculpey clay.  The hardest part was painting the tiny features on her face.  Even with my glasses on I found it frustrating- it's an age thing!  

This sweet horse and doll were created by our amazing instructor Judy.  She had a story for each of her little creations.  Judy's little people are incredible.  Such amazing detail!  This is Olga and her Russian circus horse.  He is mean and has a tendency to bite!

 

 Judy's Sculpey sheep

 

 This is the doll my talented friend Heidi created.  I can't wait to see her finished.

 

 This is the sweet creation of artist Katie Kendrick 

 

 Her piggy bum cheeks!

 

Pretty in pink created by Michelle (sorry I don't remember her last name) 

I was so amazed at all the dolls that were created in this class.  The women were amazing.

 

And speaking of amazing.

I won this beautiful necklace from the amazing Jane Jolee of  Art Takes A Village

I met Jane almost two years ago at the 1st Art Nest retreat I went to.  She is a kind and generous soul and oh so very talented.  Stop by her sweet blog and say hello.

Comments

[chrissy]

beautiful
beautiful
you
and your
talent
how did i get so far behind?
sheez!
i miss you dear friend.
sending hugs.
xo
c

[Ellen]

You doll is adollable~ I bought paper clay last week, can't wait to try~ Love all the inspiration over here!

[Sandra Lee]

I just love your sweet witch, you did such a good job!!! I can relate to the "old age thing" with our sight...I can't even see with glasses on!!!
It makes me laugh though, which is a good thing! I envy your time hiking in the hills by streams and lakes. I would much rather be there than at the beach. One day I want to travel to Wyoming...and kayak on a lake. :) Happy Weekend!

[Jeanne]

Your little witch doll is adorable Lorraine! Is her hair made from the clay too? I love all the detail. And I hear ya about the aging eyes! LOL!
xo
jeanne

[lissa]

I really like your doll. I was looking at her eyes. You really are talented!

[andrea]

Your little witch is so cute...love her.

[tina]

Hello friend...OMG - I didn't go to art and soul this year...so sad..but looks like you had a blast. Your witch is dreamy...love here expression. I just posted my hand sewn witches. come by and check them out when you get a chance.

love your porch - it's spectacular.

xo
happy autumn
tina

[June]

Lorraine I love your little witch. My gosh you are so talented!!!
I am so glad to hear that you are enjoying Fall so much. Is really is starting to look like Fall here too. Oh I have a feeling your husband will get his snow, but I am trying to hold it off as long as possible.
hugs to you...

[Cherie Wilson]

Your doll is oh so very darling! And thankyou for the great post full of art and soul inspiration! Music to my eyes this day:) See you around!

[Lisa]

I just love all those dolls! I would so love to take a class to learn how to make those. Your witch is adorable! Too cute to put away after Halloween - I hope you display her all year. :)

[brookie]

I love her hair! The mix of the black and orange is brilliant! I also love the torn paper in her bodice. Can we make one when I come see you next? So fun!

[lilylovekin]

What a darling little doll your created. And you are so lucky to have won a necklace from Jane, she is a very sweet lady. Continue to enjoy the fall the snow will come soon enough.

[Carolyn Green]

Hi Lorraine,

Your little witch doll is so cute and thanks for showing us the others work.
How wonderful you won the sweet necklace purse.

Happy Thursday
Hugs
Carolyn

[Jingle]

Oh, I love dolls! Yours is so wonderful!!!

[Judy Wise]

oh Lorraine, your doll turned out fabulous! I especially love the little green trim on her booties; she is adorable. I'm so glad you finished her. (she is too!) xo

[koralee]

Your doll is amazing! You are so talented ...everything you touch is sooooo beautiful..oxox

[Julie Harward]

I love your doll..very cute! I also love that witch..makes me laugh..so cute ;D

[Courtney]

You are one talented mama. I love your doll.

[cerri]

Your doll turned out wonderfully Lorraine!
I'm sure it was a fun class.
Are you planning on going to artfest next year?
Cerri xoxo
PS, We should do that doll swap you mentioned before...one of these days. :)