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How in-person events build doll collectors and doll connections is what Bambi and I talk about in this month's International Art Doll Registry podcast.
We discuss the advantages of being in a brick and mortar setup compared to doing fairs and markets. Join us as we look at the positive aspects of making connections with potential doll collectors and followers.
Yes, People's Choice is just around the corner! Deadline to submit your entry is September 16th!
This is the first time of collaboration with ART DOLLS Magazine. First reason to be involved is that this event is about being seen and the reach has just expanded with this collaboration.
The second reason to join in is the opportunity to win being on the cover of the October issue of the ART DOLLS Magazine. The more you share the link with friends and family so they may vote for you is a win/win situation by having others see your work.
The second reason to join in is the opportunity to win being on the cover of the October issue of the ART DOLLS Magazine. The more you share the link with friends and family so they may vote for you is a win/win situation by having others see your work.
Live Voting begins September 18th and runs to October 2nd. The link will be emailed to all entries as well as being posted here next week.
For IADR members, this is the last juried show of the year that goes towards your requirement of having participated in at least one IADR show for the year to be eligible for the Year End competition. The Year End Event is for IADR members only and a member must have competed in at least one show at some time this 2026 year. So, if you haven't had a chance to enter a show before, now is the time to get your submission in if you want to also compete in the Year End Event.
We are accepting pictures of Witches, Wizards and Trolls to use in promoting the Art Doll Exposition on April 30 - May 2nd 2026 in Florence, Italy.
We are going to start promoting the event this October so please send any pictures to Lesley at iadregistry@outlook.com.
We appreciate the support and this is a way to still be involved even if you can't make it to this event. Thank you.
We appreciate the support and this is a way to still be involved even if you can't make it to this event. Thank you.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR SEPTEMBER 2026
- September 16, Wednesday - Art Doll Exposition Meeting 6 pm (Italy) 10 am (MST). We are going to try to hold this on What's App. If you are wanting to be a part of the meeting and not in What's App email me at iadregistry@outlook.com and I will send you an invite.
- September 16, Wednesday - People's Choice Submission Deadline
- September 18, Friday - People's Choice Event goes LIVE for voting
- September 18, Friday - Deadline for submission for the ART DOLLS Magazine's October issue.
Say hello to our newest member to the IADR, Minji Kim who is a Fiber Art and resides in Canada. You can see her work as her Captain Nyx won in the Novice category in the last show. Welcome aboard Minji *smiling
As Fall Cleaning is getting into full swing, please don't forget to also check your SPAM mail. Make sure you have marked the IADR as a safe contact so you don't mess out on our updates, news and inspirations *smiling
Thank you ~Lesley CDO of IADR
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So much happening right now in the Doll World! Let's begin with the new issue of ART DOLLS Magazine which is now available for download. Remember the issues are FREE to IADR members as one of your "perks".
You can also see what is happening in the Doll World just by opening the pages of the magazine. Don't forget to check out the Events section to see what doll shows might be happening in your area.
Also Doll Scenes is a great way to get your dolls seen! This is just another FREE opportunity in your marketing plan you might think about using.
Our Marine Character Juried Show winners are now posted on our website. All doll entries are featured in this current issue of the ART DOLLS Magazine and also in the Marine Character video now on our YouTube Channel. Come explore the deep blue seas with the beautiful artistry of our doll maker members.
Be inspired, enjoy seeing under the sea through their eyes and even discover a little piece of history brought to life!
Be inspired, enjoy seeing under the sea through their eyes and even discover a little piece of history brought to life!
People's Choice is now open for submissions. This is the first time the event will be a collaboration between the IADR and ART DOLLS Magazine.
You do not need to be a member of the IADR to participate and it is free for anyone to submit an entry. The winner will have the opportunity to appear on the next issue of the ART DOLLS Magazine.
How do you win? By sharing the link to the People's Choice Gallery when it goes LIVE with your friends, family and even social media. Ask them to vote for you. The one with the most votes win. For more information - click here.
We are still taking your witchy doll image to help promote the Art Doll Exposition coming up in April 30 - May 2, 2027.
You can email them to Lesley at iadregistry@outlook.com.
Thank you to those that have already shared with us and thank you for your continued support.
Other Happenings
- Art Doll Exposition planning meeting-Sept 16th
- ART DOLLS Magazine deadline for articles, doll scene and tutorial-Sept 18th
- Award of Excellence is open for submission. See more on artdollsmagazine.com