Each year, the Show brings together more than 100 U.S. and international artisans and dealers, including a number of I.G.M.A. Artisans and Fellows. They offer collectors unique, well-crafted 1-inch, 1/2-inch, and 1/4-inch scale miniatures from around the world.
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Showing posts with label Figures. Show all posts

Saturday, October 24, 2015

Dealer Sylvia Mobley: Figures, Animals & Collectibles

An IGMA Fellow, Sylvia Mobley creates porcelain figures, wild animals, domestic cats and dogs, and a line of resin figures. Her diminutive Christmas Village and Haunted Village are designed as decorations for a 1:12 scale setting. Individual pieces are available separately or as a display. Email: smobley377@gmail.com.   Web: http://www.sylviamobley.com

Young Witch trying out her powers.
Resin cast mouse (white, grey or brown) available in assorted poses. From Sylvia's line of Resin Creatures made using her original sculptures. Body 1/4 to 3/8 inch long. Pumpkin by Pat Richmond of Twinheart. pat@twinheart.comhttp://www.twinheart.com
Tiny Haunted Village, shown lighted. 
Tiny Haunted Village, shown lighted at night.
To see more of Sylvia Mobley's work, go >here<.

Saturday, September 5, 2015

Dealer Sylvia Mobley: Porcelain Dolls, Animals & Collectibles

IGMA Fellow Sylvia Mobley makes 1:12 porcelain dolls dressed in peasant costumes, period styles, and fantasy costumes. Kits available. Her figures for wild animals, cats and dogs are based on actual animals. Haunted Village and Christmas Village structures are about 1-inch tall and sold separately. Email: smobley377@gmail.com. Web: http://www.sylviamobley.com

Romeo and Juliet ballet.

Romeo and Juliet ballet.
The ballerina "Ruby".
The ballerina "Jeannette".
Christmas Village with buildings 1/2" to about 1-1/8" tall. While lights are not provided, all structures can be lighted.
Tiny Haunted Village, shown lighted.

Tiny Haunted Village, shown lighted.
Miniature porcelain cat, 1:12 scale.
Bobcat, Raccoon, and black-footed Ferret, 1:12 scale.
Golden Retriever, German Shepherd, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, 1:12 scale. 

To see more of Sylvia Mobley's work, go >here<.

Dealer Stephanie Blythe: Figures & Fantasy

Doll artist Stephanie Blythe creates imaginative figures inspired by fairy tales and fantasy. Her intricately designed costumes utilize natural materials, antique fabrics, laces and trims. Stephanie also makes charming Babes in the Woods, merbabies, and more. She shares a table with doll artist Sylvia Mobley. Email: s.blythe@comcast.net.  Web: http://www.stephanieblythe.com.

Art Nouveau mermaid.
China-painted porcelain fairies dressed in botanicals.
Gypsy fairy.
Fantasy seashell fairy and fairy in treasure box.
Goddess of the Sea.
Teacup fairy.
Porcelain fairy with wings, attired in all natural materials.
Mini merbabies in seashells. 

To see more of Stephanie Blythe's work, go >here<.


Saturday, June 13, 2015

Dealer Fern Vasi: Doll Artist

An IGMA Artisan, Fern Vasi creates captivating 1:12 scale porcelain character dolls of all ages and from all walks of life. Each tells a story with its distinctive costuming, body language, and varied emotions. Do stop by Fern's table. Her figures are sure to bring a smile to your face. Email: fernvasidolls@yahoo.com.

Little old lady enjoying a wee glass of wine.
1920s Vegetable Peddler pushing cart.
Housekeeper/elderly woman on her knees scrubbing floor.
Busy chef/baker photographed with attractive kitchen cupboard.
Little red-haired boy shows his sister the bird's nest he found.
Nap time with favorite toys!
A wee toddler shares baby bottle with the doggie.

On Monday, Oct. 12, Fern is offering a Good Sam Academy Class to make a Doll. Students will have a choice of a Maid or male Toymaker, young or old, with individually sculpted heads. Fern will teach how to dress your doll in the fabrics provided. Maid's filled tray and Toymaker's stool and hand props included. 






To see all Friday Workshops and Monday Academy Classes, visit our website: http://goodsamshowcase.miniature.net. Sign up early to get the class you want.


To see more of Fern Vasi's work, go >here<.

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Dealer Stephanie Blythe: Figures & Fantasy

Doll artist Stephanie Blythe creates divine fine art porcelain figures--many times inspired by fairy tales and fantasy. A long-time member of NIADA, her figures reflect a great talent for sculpting and painting. Costumes utilize natural materials and bits of antique fabric, lace and trim combined at a highly intricate level. She shares a table with Sylvia Mobley. Email: s.blythe@comcast.net. Web: http://www.stephanieblythe.com.

Flyer for the 2015 National Institute of American (NIADA) Conference. Gallery Night Exhibit (Thurs., July 9) and Exhibition and Sale (Sunday, July 12) are open to the public.
Botanical Fairy (a new series).

Up in the Air.
Fairy in the Sewing Box.
Mother and Child.
The Bride (a commission).
Three lovely fairies, 5" tall.
Babe in the Woods with rabbit by Sylvia Mobley (http://www.sylviamobley.com).
Teacup Babies.
Spoon Babies. 

Spoon Babies. 


To see more of Stephanie Blythe's work, go >here<.

Dealer Natasha Beshenkovsky: Fine Art Miniatures

We are delighted that the internationally acclaimed master artist Natasha Beshenkovsky from New York City will be at this year's show. Working in a style unique to her, Natasha creates a fascinating range of one-of-a-kind 1:12 scale fine art. Her work includes shadow boxes, sculptures, screens, furniture, cats and dogs, oil paintings, and more. Email: natmin@aol.com. Web: http://www.natashaminiatures.comPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/beshenkovsky/

"Italian Still-Life with Grapes and Pomegranates" shadow box.
"Carmen" miniature sculpture.
Trompe L'Oeil style screen. 
French 18th century commode with Chinoiserie decoration, marbleized top and gold-leaf ormolu. 
"Bad Cat" sculpture.
Bulldog painting, oil on wood. 3 x 2 inches. 
"Streets" miniature box.
"A cup of tea."
Miniature metal trays, 1:12 scale. 
"Radishes" from the Art Gallery (not miniature). This assemblage of five small canvases may be hung on a wall, or displayed on a shelf amongst real objects. 
Natasha's table at the 2015 Chicago International Miniature Show.

To see more of Natasha's work, go >here<.