What Are You Doing???

Starting today have you been thinking of what you are going to be doing for the 2025 IADR Year End Event?

The IADR Final Juried Show for the year is a little different than the other shows thoughout the year.  This year will be the first time that the categories will  be offered in both Sculptured Art and Fiber Art.  What does this mean?

It means that in Sculptured Art there will be three (3) areas to compete.  First, there is the Best Doll of the Year.  Then there is the Best Artist of the Year.  Finally, the Rising Star of the Year which is to encourage new artist and reflect how they have grown throughout the year in their art.

Those competition areas will also be offered in Fiber Arts. Meaning there will also be three (3) areas to compete - the Best Doll of the Year. the Best Artist of the Year and finally the Rising Star of the Year​.

The requirements to be able to participate is that the Artists must be an IADR member who has participated in at least one of the 2025 IADR juried show events.  Each artist will submit three (3) dolls with at least one (1) of the dolls being submitted having been in one of the prior IADR juried events of this year (this can include People's Choice Event).  There will be an award opportunity for each category in each area for a total of 6 winners when meeting the competition requirement. 

The reason why I know there will be six winners is that all participants can enter for Best Doll of the Year and Best Artist of the Year.  BUT, if the Artist wins the Best Doll of the Year, they will not be considered for the Best Artist of the Year as no member can ​win more than one area of competition in their category.  Also, if one has won a Rising Star of the Year award in past years, they cannot enter again as this area of the competition is to encourage new upcoming artists.

To see the full entry requirements and to register to compete in the Year End Event - click here!

Deadline to enter is December 31st, 2025 with the results announced in the January 2026 issue of the IADR Art Doll Magazine.  If you have any questions, please email me at [email protected].