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Lots Going On...

10/29/2024

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First things first is that the November Doll Sale is coming up November 7th.  Those that entered the Peoples' Choice Event will already be on the page.  Anyone else that would like to be a part of this event have until November 1st to contact me to have your doll added.

As I say, you can't sell your artwork unless you get seen and this is just another opportunity that the IADR offers it's members through such events.
Mark your calendar as the Year End Juried Show is now open with the Deadline of Dec 31st for entries.  To be able to enter this juried event you must be an IADR member and have participated in at least one of this years jury shows or in the Peoples' Choice Event to qualify and compete for Best Artist of the Year, Best Doll of the Year, Rising Star of the Year, and Master of Year 2024!

A new creation is not required for this event but the doll artwork must have been made in 2024.  For more explanation of the requirements go to:
https://www.international-art-doll-registry.com/year-end-2024-submission.html
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Update on getting the word out about the 2025 IADR Art Doll Convention in Florence, Italy on May 15-17, 2025.  We started with our FREE issue of the IADR Art Doll Convention Guide being published.

If you haven't downloaded yours yet, it is available at https://www.international-art-doll-registry.com/art-doll-magazine.html.

This issue is also available in Italian too.  Please help get the word out by sharing the link or information to everyone!  In the meantime, the IADR has articles scheduled to appear in two other doll magazines (other than ours) and in a third doll magazine by being listed on their Events Calendar (with more places to follow).

This week the IADR also shared the magazine links with at least eight (8) other doll groups on Facebook.
But social media, being what it is, the more that share, like, or comment on any of the posts helps boost the reach.  Meaning the more members that pitch in to get the word out, the better the reach.  Let's make this event happen.
If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events please email Lesley at [email protected].
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Let the Registration Begin...

10/23/2024

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Congratulations to Cecilia Alfarano for winning the Peoples' Choice Event.  Her entry also captured the joy we have in introducing our first ever IADR (International Art Doll Registry) Convention for 2025. 
First of all - this edition will be FREE!  So please share the magazine and get the word out about our upcoming convention.  
This special edition includes a complete guide to the convention jury show requirements as well as sales table information and a tentative itinerary of workshops.

We also created it to be a helpful guide for those planning to travel to Italy to attend the event and what might you need to do before traveling.  Like the first thing is making sure your passport (or travel permit) is up-to-date.

There is even a peek into the beauty of Florence and the art it has to offer.  Florence truly is a light of inspiration for any artist - no matter at what level of art skill.
The registration for the convention is now live and available to access on the IADR website.  If you have any questions, you can either refer to the magazine as we tried to explain the many options there or, as always, email Lesley at [email protected].
Learn about the "Catch of the Day" in the magazine and how one might actually catch it for their own.  Early Bird Registrations do get the best options when they register for the convention as they will each receive three tickets for the drawing of the "Catch of the Day".  See what a registration offers (such as access to discounted rooms during the Convention in the hotel hosting it) as well as other benefits.  

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​We also offer the magazine in Italian as well!
So, click the link and download your FREE copy now and don't forget to tell others who may wish to attend the
IADR Convention in Florence, Italy
on May 15, 16, 17, 2025.
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Strut Your Stuff...

10/22/2024

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​Congratulations to all that participated in the Peoples' Choice Event.  It is a group effort to get our page seen and the turnout was amazing.  
 
This year's winner is Cecilia Alfarano with "It's Raining" which will be on our Special Convention Edition magazine as well as featured on our November Doll Sales Page.
Talking of the November Doll Sales Page, our IADR Doll Sale will be going live on November 7th.  There is still time if you wish to be added to the sales page.  The deadline is November 1st if you want to send a doll picture linked to your IADR Artist's Studio page.  The doll artists that participated in the Peoples' Choice Event will already be included in this event.  Again, a great way to get your work out and be seen.
Also, the 2024 YEAR END EVENT is now open. ​
​Deadline for entry is December 31st, 2024, with winners being announced in January 2025.  Judging categories are Best Artist of the Year,  Best Doll of the Year, Rising Star of the Year, and Master Of Year 2024.  Artists will submit three (3) dolls with at least one (1) of the dolls being submitted having been in one of the prior IADR events of this year (which the Peoples' Choice Event can be one of them).  There will be an award for each category when meeting the competition requirement.
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Another way to be seen is also to have one of your dolls on the IADR website.  So, if you don't have a doll image submitted yet, please do so.  If you already have a doll image on the website, this is also your opportunity to update it to a newer creation as well.  Come strut your stuff by showcasing your work by having it on a page on the IADR website, being in the Artist's Studio page, on the Doll Sales page, or by entering a jury show.  Remember, it is all about being seen (either to inspire others or to find those wanting and admiring your works) and if you have any questions please email me at [email protected] or Facebook Instant Messenger.  
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Getting out there...

10/15/2024

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​We have certainly been getting out there and seen too!  We had over 1300 unique views to the website during our Peoples' Choice event and over 3500 page views.  That is a tremendous job and Well Done to everyone who made it happen!

After all, if you aren't seen, then those are missed opportunities for sales.  The winner of the Peoples' Choice event will be announced soon.

​But that isn't all that we are doing to be seen.  The Do What You Love jury show video is now up on our YouTube channel.  Check it out as this was a wonderful selection of artists sharing what they love to do best - making art through their dolls.  You can view it at:
     ​www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeSM9mCOiMQ
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And there is still more...  While Bambi and I were talking on the IADR podcast about our favorite subject - dolls, Bambi shared her unique way of taking Stop Motion Action to create a new venue for marketing her dolls and other art mediums she plays with.  Find out how she came up with this idea and what it has inspired her to do for the 2025 Italian IADR Art Doll convention.  The podcast is on our YouTube Channel at:
​https://www.youtube.com/@iadr-internationalartdolls/podcasts


​Because we are getting out there, people are learning about us.  So, let's give a warm welcome our new members to the IADR.  Welcome to Maria D'Anna, designer at Scampoletta in Italy and Anna Esposito, Feltmaker/artist of NearteNeparte in Italy. 
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As we continue to be seen - mark the November IADR Doll Sales on your calendar.  Those that participated in the Peoples' Choice event will already be on the page for this event.  Anyone that would like to be added to the page just let me know through Instant Messenger on Facebook or email me at [email protected].

With the new members we have added, I thought now would be a good time to freshen up the website as well.  So, if you already have a doll image on the website and would like to change to a newer piece let me know.  Otherwise, if you don't have an image somewhere throughout the website and would like to have a picture on it, again let me know.
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Comments and more...

10/8/2024

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​What a great turnout for the Peoples' Choice Event.  We have had over 2000 views just this past week with an 176% increase in unique visits.  That means a large increase of people coming to the website to see your work that have never visited before.  That is fantastic!  
But we aren't over yet.  Deadline is Oct 11th, so there is still time to get the word out to everyone you know to add those votes to see who will be the Winner of the 2024 Peoples' Choice.  
Also thought to share a comment received from a voter, "I have to say, all the entrees were amazing. Kudos to all!"  I totally have to agree with her.
As we wind down to finding who will be on the cover of our Special Edition magazine, there is another deadline.  For those doing workshops for the 2025 IADR Art Doll Convention you should have received your mock up for the magazine.  Please confirm that the information is correct as the deadline for changes to the Workshops for the Special Edition is Wednesday, October 9th, 2024.​
Email me at [email protected] if you have any questions.
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The IADR Art Doll Magazine...

10/1/2024

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The latest edition of the IADR Art Doll Magazine is now available to members for Free download.  The Italian version is also available.  As always, thank you Adelaide Santini for help with the translations.

Non-members may purchase the magazine for the low price of $5.00 USD.

So many interesting articles inside from Penny Waid's delightful featured story to looking into the world of Fabric Art Dolls with Kathy Arms and Alexandra Sandu.  Be inspired as the entries from the Do What You Love Juried Show are also featured.

Click here for your IADR issue https://www.international-art-doll-registry.com/art-doll-magazine.html 
Also the Peoples' Choice Event is now Live.  Please share the link and get out the posts so others may vote in this as well.  Remember, the winner of the Peoples' Choice will be featured on our Special Edition of the IADR Magazine coming out in October 2024 featuring the 2025 IADR Convention.  Here is the link ​https://www.international-art-doll-registry.com/peoples-choice-voting.html.
If you are thinking about doing a workshop for the IADR Convention in Italy (May 15-17, 2025) and want a write-up in the Special Edition, please get your information in by using the form on our website (click here) or email me at [email protected].  Deadline is October 11, 2024.  Registration to attend the 2025 IADR Convention begins October 15, 2024.
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