Getting Out the Word...

Yes, get out the word... the Winter Blue juried show submission is now open.  Go to the website and look under the Winter Blue event for more information.  Deadline for submission is March 2nd, 2026.

​This juried show offers a discount on the entry fee to non-members who wish to enter.  If you want to see if the IADR is for you, the Winter Blue show is the best way to have an opportunity to win a year membership to find out.

Congratulations to Annalisa Borroni who is the winner of Adelaide Santini's Sponsor Gift from the Winter Blue Instagram game.  

Annalisa, as the winner, will enjoy a free entry to the Winter Blue juried show.  Again, congratulations and wishing you good luck!  We are now in the final week of the game with Lesley Duthie being the final sponsor for the Winter Blue Instagram game. Then a overall supporter/player of the game will also be picked to be featured in the magazine, so keep on playing as there is more fun to come.  

Get the word out too on our upcoming IADR Art Doll Convention.  Facebook and Instagram are okay for spreading the news but with changing algorithms the word is getting harder and harder to share.

Let's then go back to Word of Mouth, the best way to advertise!  Tell your friends and family members about the IADR Art Doll Convention coming in May 2026!

We love to have more vendors that would like to exhibit their dolls (as we have more space this year)... BUT, remember friends and family can come and see the amazing artwork for FREE on Saturday, May 9th and Sunday, May 10th.

Or, purchase the Art & Aperitivo ticket for Friday night, May 8th for 45 euros.  This is really a great way to enjoy the evening with beverages and hors d'oeuvres and meeting the artists, sharing in the fun & festivities with friends, and attending the evening guest presentations and awards ceremony.

A warm WELCOME to Natalie Ruiz. She is a polymer artist from the Colorado, USA area.  She is a returning member to the IADR and we are excited to have her back.  I know I can't wait to see some of her creations plus get to actually meet her when she attends our IADR Art Doll Convention in Florence, Italy.