Had to chuckle at the Someday is not a Day quote as that is so true - which is why Deadlines were created. 

So, lets go over a few more in calendar style:

Keep in mind that this is a deadline, but if you can get your articles and tutorials to me sooner, that would be appreciated.  Since I always want to give you plenty of time to review your write-up after it has been set for the magazine, it is nice to have plenty of time to do so. 

The Double Dip is two quarter page AD spot purchases and receive the Directory PLUS listing for free!  That is an $85 USD savings for a year placement.  And just because I like to play... Have you thought about a .gif AD (something on your ad moves)?  

I have been playing with some of the other smaller .gif's throughout the magazine.  This is always a great way to catch your attention when you see something move, especially when you aren't expecting it.

For the Double Dip only, if you would like to do an ad for your website or even where you would like to place two or three dolls in a .gif as an AD, let me know. Email [email protected] for more information and maybe try a .gif.

August 14th - Deadline for submission for the Marine Character Juried Show  

Can Fisherman also qualify for the Marine Character show?  Yes, anyone fishing for thoses marine characters can qualify for the show.  

Even Fantasy animal Anthropomorphic dolls (animals acting as humans with human characteristics such as rabbits, squirrels, bears, etc.).  Anthropomorphic dolls would be dolls that are upright, presumed to be talking, dressed as humans, or acting as if human can also qualify as long as they follow within these guidelines.

Summer has officially turned now to where each day will become shorter.  I don't know about you, but so far, it has been hard for me to find my MOJO (motivation) this summer, let alone getting through an another winter coming up.

Bambi & I talk in this podcast what one can do to find your motivation and thereby inspire creativity. Join us on our YouTube Channel and see if some of our suggestions might be of help to you if you are also suffering from lack of MOJO.

We are also currently working on the 2027 ART DOLLS Magazine Directory.  This Directory is created for all those who wished to be listed not only on the ART DOLLS Magazine website in the Directory, but also in the Special Edition issue that will be coming out at the end of the year.

Right now the ART DOLLS Magazine is running TWO special pricing options to where you can receive a free listing in the Directory by just purchasing  advertisting in the magazine.  

​Give a warm Welcome and Say Hello to our newest IADR member Adrienne Franklin who is a Fiber Artist here in the United States.  

She creates wonderful personalities in a contemporary style that are a delight to see.

World Doll Day may have come and gone with this past Saturday but you can still see all the beautiful and unique entries on the @artdollsmagazine Youtube channel.

Click the link and continue the celebration of joy through the love of our dolls. 

And our love of dolls continues with the opportunity of the Summer IADR Juried Show - Marine Characters.  Non-members can join in by paying the $25 USD entry fee.  IADR members entry fee is free. 

This is a learning opportunity to have your artwork critiqued if you are entering as a Novice.  This event is also an inspirational opportunity for Masters to motivate and encourage us through their artistry.  A win/win situation to participate in.

Just to mark a few.  If you have any questions, email Lesley at [email protected]

Summer's Here—Shine on YouTube! Yes, our May juried show event is now on our IADR YouTube channel.  Also thank you goes out to Anna Esposito for sharing some of her interviews with the IADR.  They are also up on our channel.  Plus I also added some "clips" from the Winter Blue juried show... resulting in over 6000 views this week!

Did you know there are a couple of ways to work with the IADR and our YouTube channel?

See it first (as an IADR member for free as part of your membership) and download the newest issue of the ART DOLLS Magazine which is now available on our website. 

The winners of the 2026 May Art Doll Convention Juried Show are featured in it as well as many other great articles also contributed by some of our IADR members. 

Such as Adelaide Santini about obtaining a life long dream of a special doll and Tammy Fisher's article about what to do with your collection is very informative. 

Also if you haven't checked it out, the winners are listed on the Award Winners page as well.

​The IADR YouTube Channel is now viewing our 2026 Jury Show Winners of the May Convention complete with our Artist's Gift Winners too.  Plus, the video is now on the ART DOLL Magazine YouTube channel as well.   Lots of ways to be seen!  

​As we wrap up another issue and event, just a REMINDER that The Marine Characters Juried Show is now OPEN with a submission deadline of August 14th.​

Another deadline is for the ART DOLLS Magazine. Submission deadline is July 31th.  If you have any questions or more information regarding how to submit an article or tutorial, email Lesley at [email protected].