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Fantasy Doll Art |
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Marilyn Radzat has been creating art in the figure form for over 25 years. She uses the body as the canvas, transforming the sculpted piece with layers of fabric, nature's elements, and found objects. Marilyn's masterful skills in the art of assemblage adds her characteristic emphasis to the dimensional collage. Marilyn's work can be seen in many fine galleries throughout the United States and in the private collections of such well-known personalities as President and Mrs. Clinton, actress Demi Moore, author Anne Rice, entertainer Richard Simmons, director Ron Howard, to name but a few. Each piece stands as a one-of-a-kind collectable, unique and enchanting. The clays used range from low-fired, oil base clays to high fire porcelain. The fabrics used to create the costumes are vintage and antique pieces of silk velvets, rich brocades and other rare textiles. Artist's Statement: I am often called a Curator of Enchantment. I feel that Enchantment offers, in her very essence, inspiration. It is that serendipitous coming together of the unexpected . . . a tiny orange mushroom on the forest floor, a circle of young redwood trees forming a cathedral space, a flash of silk caught by a branch . . . I believe in Enchantment in her highest form. Not as an escape from reality, but as a window into what is possible in that fertile and complex world of imagination. Marilyn Radzat |
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Each completed design is signed and
dated by the artist and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. In
addition, an individual Photo Registry of the work is compiled, registering the
owner and the sculpture. "..... Sarah, thanks for the treasure for Elizabeth and I. We feel we have acquired an heirloom - and will enjoy the Santa immensely! You are most kind to create these valued family treasures." Joe Philipp "Sarah, I have been extremely pleased with the 2 Santas you have made for me. The colors we decided on work beautifully with my decor; they are both truly works of art. The detailing is unbelievable and I get so many compliments on them every holiday season." Chris Horner "Sarah, I couldn't believe my Santa when it arrived. I couldn't stop showing him off to our guests always saying, 'Look at my Santa, isn't he adorable.' He is wonderful! I absolutely love him! I can't decide what I want to buy next. Thank you." Barbara Kelly ".....what can I say about the
"Harley" Man? The whole family has gone nuts over him and his
motorcycle. He really is spectacular. Thanks again!" Barbara Kelly |
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Dianna Effner: Fantasy Doll Art Dianna Effner has been making dolls for over 25 years. In 1967 she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Bradley University, where she studied painting, sculpture and ceramics. In the early 70's, while engaged in the challenging career of stay-at-home Mom, she took up doll making as a side line. She designed porcelain dolls for a small company called Doll-Lain in Milan, Illinois, and made one-of-a-kind Fimo miniatures. In the early 80's she began to make her own original limited edition porcelain dolls. During that time she also designed dolls for "The Collectibles" in Rolla, Missouri. In the late 80s she began designing for Ashton Drake Galleries and the Ultimate Collection, a company which sold molds to doll makers. In 1991 she and her husband, Randall, started their own mold company, "Expressions." This family enterprise has kept her very busy and she finds it difficult to make time for doing artist dolls. Due to her passion for creating artist dolls, she manages to do a few each year. She is also very involved in the educational aspects of doll making. She has made instructional videos and taught seminars around the world in sculpting and painting dolls. Dianna and Randall have 3 grown children, Ivan, Lela and Sara. They have 5 grandchildren with one more on the way at this writing. They live and have their business in Jamestown, Missouri. Dianna is also a member of the National Institute of American Doll Artists. |
