ARTIST MEMBER APPLICATION ~ Initial Image Review :: Images submitted by applicant for evaluation by the Standards Committee.
“Miss Havisham – Great Expectations”
Materials: Polymer Clay over Wire Armature, Antique Silks and Lace, Vintage pearls, Pastels and Acrylic Paints, Kid Leather for shoes, Mohair for wig.
Size: Approximately 19 inches seated. Year created: 2022
Description
This sculpture is my expression of the tragic Miss Havisham – she is seated holding a worn portrait of her beloved in her lap, still dressed in her now age worn wedding gown. I used only antique laces and silks to help convey the age of the gown and styled her hair in what would have been the style worn when she was a young woman. I tried to capture the sadness that still lingers as she holds her hand to her heart and remembers her beloved.
“Esme and Her Bat”
Materials: Polymer Clay over Wire Armature, Mohair Wig, Vintage materials and Antique Black Satin, Pastels, Acrylic Paints, Wood Base,
Size: Stands approximately 23 inches. Year created: 2022.
Description
Esme is a Witch dressed in vintage and antique materials. Her jacket is a colorful blend of Vintage Indian Needle Work pieces. She holds her pet Bat in one hand and his old cage in the other. In this piece, I worked to convey a free spirit expressed in her smile and ensemble. I am known for my variety of Witches and in Esme I hoped to capture the Gypsy Spirit.
“The Magician”
Materials: Vintage Wools, Antique velvets, leather, wood, Polymer Clay over Wire Armature, Pastels, Acrylic Paint, Mohair Wig, Miniature Wooden Lute, Handmade Tarot Cards
Size: 23 inches. Year created: 2021
Description
The Magician is a magical man…crafted to portray a traveling Magician he carries with him potions in small glass bottles, an authentic Lute, an antique Tibetan Bell hanging from his wooden staff that holds his bag of Handmade Tarot Cards – for he is a fortune teller. His outfit is layered with a vest stitched with symbols over a fine silk embroidered shirt embellished with a jewel. His pants are of antique velvet and his coat is made from a piece of vintage Tibetan wool draped with a scarf. His boots are of the softest leather – as is his hat.
“The Summer Witch”
Materials: Polymer Clay over Wire Armature, Mohair Wig, Pastels, Acrylic Paints, Fine Cotton, Vintage Lace, Dried Flowers, Paper Butterflies, Wooden Basket, Bird nest.
Size: 23 inches. Year created: 2023
Description
The Summer Witch is my homage to the season – She represents the abundance of the summer garden…she cradles a tiny bird’s nest with baby birds and her basket is brimming with flowers – she wears a variety of butterflies and dragonflies in her hat and on her clothing. Her dress and coat are made of complimentary floral patterns in cotton with vintage lace overlays. I hoped to convey the softness and gentleness of the summer days in her overall expression.
Detail view Image
Detail view of “The Summer Witch – Hat”
Application Standards
Excellence of Artistry
- Every applicant should hold the highest personal standards for his or her work.
- The work must be well-designed, made, and finished.
- The work must show excellent control of the medium.
- Sculpting should be flawless, with accurate proportions or, if exaggerated, should harmoniously fit the concept of the piece.
- Hair should be of a material appropriate to the piece and flawlessly applied.
- Costuming should be created out of a good idea or concept and be expertly made, using materials appropriate to the figure’s scale or its intended effect.
Identity of Design
- Every applicant should have a style of working that is unique, consistent, and recognizable. Having a true signature style is an essential element of NIADA’s standards.
- NIADA looks for engaging, captivating work that inspires a meaningful response.
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