1. BEV IS BEST KNOWN FOR HER ART DOLLS Her whimsical, one-of-a-kind, hand-sculpted dolls made from polymer clay over a wire armature (for stability) are packed with a punch of personality including "Washtub Babe" pictured here. Once sculpted, her dolls are then hand painted, wigged, and dressed using a variety of materials including cottons, silks, and woolens. Bev translates this intricate knowledge and skill into sculpting a 1/12th scale bust. 2. FINISHING TIPS AND DESIGN TECHNIQUES Bev will teach you the basics of sculpting a face and head as well as facial proportions. You'll also learn how to create and sculpt the "hair" onto your bust. Oh, and all the tools and materials are provid
MID CENTURY MODERN DESIGN AND THEORY Michael’s lifelong love of art and design together with his impressive technical and visionary skills provided a natural segue from industrial design into the world of fine scale miniatures. He draws inspiration from classic MCM designers including Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen and Michael’s portfolio includes furniture, accessories and vignettes that typify the styles of MCM. Learn more about these classic designers from Michael and how they have impacted the world of miniatures. FINISHING TIPS AND DESIGN TECHNIQUES Students in Michael's class will be provided with a “box” along with an assortment of decorative materials to choose from. You'll learn
Join us for a special full day workshop on Saturday, March 5th from 9am to 5pm at D. Thomas Fine Miniatures led by the very talented IGMA Artisan Michael Yurkovic from Atomic Miniature. We’ll be creating an incredible Mid-Century Modern decorated shadowbox with hanging lit chandelier ready for filling with your own treasures. Michael’s lifelong love of art and design together with his impressive technical and visionary skills provided a natural segue from industrial design into the world of fine scale miniatures. He draws inspiration from classic MCM designers including Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen and Michael’s portfolio includes furniture, accessories and vignettes that typify the styl
