I just found found that we have room for two more students in my Felted Animal Head class at NIADA Conference.
If you are in the Stamford area October 2 & 3 and would like to take my class, you can register at NIADA Dollmaking School. Remember, you do not need to register for the entire conference to take a class. This is a great opportunity to share ideas with other doll artists and learn techniques that can add a new dimension to your personal work. Hope to see you there.
Cheers,
Deborah
I have had many requests to teach workshops near my studio. I’m pleased to offer the opportunity to take one of my most popular classes in a very special place.
Download Animal Head Class Registration Form
I am collaborating with White Birch Cove Retreat,
a beautful setting on the shore of Lake Ontario near my home. You will
learn my technique of sculptural feltmaking that combines traditional
wet felting with contemporary needle sculpting. I will guide you through
a step-by-step process to create your own captivating animal head.
This a two day class to ensure individual attention. The first day will
be devoted to establishing the basic form of the animal head and
felting.
The second day we will concentrate on sculpting and refining the features. I will also demonstrate how I make life-like animal eyes.
This is the same class that I teach at the NIADA Conference. My NIADA 2012 class filled up quickly so if you couldn't sign up or didn't make it to NIADA this year, here's another opportunity to take this fun class. The cost for the class is $225 per person which includes the kit fee. Overnight accommodations are extra. You can check out the guest options and details at White Birch Cove Retreat Reservations. Hotel lodging is also nearby and reasonably priced.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Cheers,
Deborah
I am pleased to offer the Felted Animal Head workshop at White Birch Cove Retreat November 10-11, 2012. To register for the class, download the registration form fill it out and email it back to me at tiberosestudio@rochester.rr.com.
Payment can be made securely online at PayPal. Click on the Add to Cart button on my website and follow the instructions. If you prefer to pay by check or Money Order, download the registration form, fill it out and mail it with your payment to Tiberose Designs P.O. Box 568 Williamson , NY 14589.
Download Animal Head Class Registration Form
You can also download the Felted Animal Head class flyer to share with friends and doll artists.
Download Animal head Class flyer
I look forward to seeing you. If you have any questions, be sure to contact me.
Cheers,
Deorah
This summer has been a blur filled with significant events. From our son's high school graduation to my father's passing, I can't believe how fast the time has flown by.
The annual NIADA Conference is going to be fantastic! I'm really looking forward to seeing everyone and reconnecting with creative people from all over the world. This is truly an opportunity to experience world class artistry up close. So if you're in the Stamford, CT area, be sure to stop by the conference and say hello. The artist show and sale is Sunday, September 30. My Felted Animal Head class is full but there might be a waiting list.
I'm working on several new pieces. But it seems like there is never enough time in the day to finish everything. We shall see!
I am also in the process of planning a 2-day Felted Animal Head workshop for November. A friend of mine has an incredible place on Lake Ontario that is perfect for a creative retreat. I'll post more details as we get closer.
Cheers,
Deborah
"Merrily, merrily shall I live now,
Under the blossom that hangs on the bough."
William Shakespeare, The Tempest
After a what seemed like a very,very long winter, the buds are emerging and life begins anew. I'm excited to be attending the First Annual Doll & Teddy Bear Artist & Collector Convention presented by The Susan Quinlan Doll & Teddy Bear Museum May 12 - 14. If you're going to be in the Philadelphia area, please stop by and say hello. There will be many opportunities to see some incredible work and celebrate artists and collectors of dolls and teddy bears from across the world. Hope to see you there.
My classes at the 2011 NIADA Conference in Denver are filling up nicely. Thank you to all of you who have signed up. There are still some spaces open. If you are interested in attending the conference or in taking the Hand Felted Animal Head or Costuming from Conception to Completion click on this link: 2011 NIADA Annual Conference.
Enjoy your Spring everyone. I can't wait to start digging in the garden.
Cheers,
Deborah
I have the honor of joining several other NIADA artists who have been invited to exhibit our work and teach Master Classes at the 2010 Doll Time International Exhibition Saint Petersburg, Russia from June 10-13.
NIADA artists: Reina Mia Brill, Shelley Thornton, Marlaine Verhelst and I will travel to St. Petersburg and participate in one of the most interesting exhibitions of the doll world. I am thrilled to have the opportunity to share ideas and techniques
with artists from around the world. Plans are being finalized for the classes. If you are going to be in St. Petersburg in June, please stop by. You can even sign up for classes! Here's a link:Master Classes Doll Time Summer 2010 St. Petersburg, Russia
We will return to the U.S. just in time for the 2010 NIADA
Conference in Chicago July 17-21. I will be teaching classes during
the conference. If you are going to be in the Chicago area, and would
like to take one of my classes you can sign up at the NIADA website. You
don't need to sign up for the entire conference. Here's the link: NIADA Master Classes
The annual NIADA conference is always an exciting opportunity to see new work and meet other doll artists. This year the NIADA conference will coincide with the UFDC National Convention.
It promises to be a fun-filled doll extravaganza in the "Windy City." Hope to see you there.
Cheers,
Deborah
Simple pleasures in midwinter.
Photo credit: Deborah C. Pope. All rights reserved.
I've posted a free tutorial for a simple, felted heart that makes a nice token of love at any time of year. The link is located in categories Free Tutorial.
Happy Valentine's Day everyone. Enjoy your sweets and your sweetie!
Stay tuned for my updated schedule of workshops ... sure to delight.
Cheers,
Deborah
"So you see, imagination needs moodling - long, inefficient, happy idling, dawdling and puttering."
- Brenda Ueland
Oh my! It's been so long since I last posted to my blog. It's been a very busy time. Lots of changes. Here are two of my latest pieces:Herr Hiram der Hase and Good Mourning.
Herr Hiram der Hase
Hiram der Hase, Copyright 2009, Deborah C. Pope (Photo credit:Robert Batey)
Herr Hiram der Hase, 20"H x 12"W x 14"L
Herr der Hase is hand-felted wool over a wire armature with cloth body. I blended and carded alpaca, merino and other wool to get just the right color and texture for his fur. His ears are wired to make them posable. Hiram’s eyes are hand-made and hand painted paperclay. His handmade black leather shoes are complemented by deep purple felt spats with hand-dyed silk trim. Herr der Hase wears an appropriately natty outfit that is tailored to accentuate his elegant, lanky frame. Hiram sits comfortably on a custom designed wingback armchair that is hand-upholstered and covered with whimsical cotton fabric. Herr der Hase sports a jaunty hand-felted bowler hat embellished with a peafowl feather, antique button and French ribbon. He holds an antique bentwood walking cane. Herr Hiram der Hase rests a custom base painted in a classic checkerboard motif.
Good Mourning
Good Mourning, 2009. 18"H x 9"W x 12"L
Victoria is hand-felted merino wool over a wire armature with cloth body. She has hand-made leather shoes and gloves. Her historically inspired costume features several layers of hand-dyed silk garments including: corset, pantaloons, petticoat and stockings. Her hat is hand-felted with accents of fresh water pearls and French ribbon. Fresh water pearls also add luster and elegance to the front of her dress and cuffs. A handmade maple walking stick with brass ferrule and monkey head crown completes her ensemble. Victoria stands on a custom solid black walnut base, with a checkerboard motif on the top.
NIADA Conference 2009 Arrowmont, TN
The annual conference in September was a whirlwind of creativity, teaching and connecting with friends new and old. As always, the students in my classes were enthusiastic and engaging. I think I learned as much as they did. It was great to share ideas and stories. I've posted some pictures from the classes.
One of the most exciting books of the year is the masterpiece NIADA Art Dolls... Rich Traditions, New Ideas. 
This is a must have book that is a work of art in itself. The creativity and design that went into this definitive work is truly inspiring. It makes a great gift. I am honored to have my work included in this collection of incredibly talented artists and proud to be a NIADA member.
"Lighting one candle
from another -
Winter night"
-BusonThe Paperwhites bloomed.
When they opened, the Paperwhites filled the room with their heady perfume. They gave us a lovely fragrance to remind us of the promise of the upcoming Spring.
"Dreamfish"
Here is a sample of one of my "Dreamfish." The image seems appropriate for the Piscean month of March.
Dreamfish copyright, 2000 Deborah C. Pope
The "Dreamfish" was created when our son Alex was very young and had nightmares. He loved to fish. So I made the first "Dreamfish" to chase away the "bad dreams" and devour them. It worked!
Feltmaking offers endless possibilities for exploring texture and color. I love the unexpected ways in which the fibers combine to produce complex landscapes of imagination.
The sensuous softness and scrumptious colors are delightful.
If you look, there is no limit to imagination.
Dreamfish, copyright 2000, Deborah C. Pope
Are you interested in creating your own "Dreamfish?" I offer workshops. Go to my class descriptions page to find out more.
Bijoux Fleuri
One of my latest classes is called Bijoux Fleuri. The class includes instructions for making three different fleurs.
Bijoux Fleuri, copyright Deborah C. Pope
I've combined dimensional felt with other fibers, beads and embellishment to create miniature explosions of color that can be worn as a brooch, or incorporated with other pieces to make a personal creative statement. This class is nice introduction to using the Baby Lock Embellisher.
As always, your comments are welcome. Of course, if you have any questions about my work or workshops let me know. You can contact me via email, on Facebook or send me a "tweet" at Twitter.
"The art of art, the glory of expression and the sunshine of the light of letters, is simplicity."
-Walt Whitman
