Shape the future...

We aren't even half way through 2025 and I am already thinking of 2026!!

With the fun and exciting IADR Art Doll Convention in Italy being successful and it sounds like from the comments received that we should to do another one.  So, how does that shape our future?

Since the polling responses received thus far were all for saying YES for another one, we are already talking and starting to form planning committees.

But there is more to think about as not everyone can attend a juried show in Italy.  This year's events are already planned but in looking at 2026 I am thinking there might need to be one more on-line juried show added.  What do you think?  Can we squeeze another one in?

I like keeping the Winter Blues juried show as a start to the year as that is a great opportunity for non-members to participate if they wish.  Also, it's fun playing games and winning prizes from our sponsors.

The next juried show would then be at the IADR Art Doll Convention in Italy (keeping our fingers crossed) *smiling*.  Followed by the People's Choice Event that summer.  The People's Choice is important as that it is all about exposure to the public and possible sales.  Please note the "update" article in the next edition of the IADR Art Doll magazine as I would like to improve our social media reach for the People's Choice.

The final event of the year is The YEAR END event.  The first rule for the YEAR END competition is that one must have participated in one of the previous juried shows and/or the People's Choice in order to be eligible to enter this event.  

I am all for giving our members plenty of opportunities to enter our shows, which is why I was wondering if you would like another online event after the May Convention Show (like in August, 2026)?

You can let me know by leaving a comment here in the blog or email me at [email protected].

This is where you get to shape the future of where the IADR goes.  You do have a voice here and I would love to hear your opinion.