Betty Lou Byrnes
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Betty Lou Byrnes Original Art Doll Santas As a child, like many other children Santa always fascinated me. As an adult, my love for art led me to create my own vision of that jolly old elf. I consider each one of my original art dolls a labor of love. That is why I am very selective about the materials I use. I sculpt the face, hands, legs, feet and boots, in prosculpt clay it helps give each Santa the warm natural expression he deserves. I use a wire armature to create each Santa's pose. Over this I make a soft sculpture body. Fine glass eyes add that special twinkle. For the snowy white hair and flowing beards, I choose the softest mohair. Since clothes make the man, I design and sew each Santa's outfit, carefully adding special trims, tiny treasures and toys to compliment the ensemble. I hope that my Santa's will warm your heart with the pure joy and childlike wonder Christmas morning. About the artist: Betty Lou was selected as one of the featured artists in "BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS SANTA CLAUS COLLECTION" IN 2005. And "Christmas Dolls" 2006, both are hard cover coffee table books. ยท Her work has been featured in "Contemporary Doll Collector" and "Doll Crafter and costuming". Contact information: Betty Lou Byrnes 2409 Marshall Ct. Naperville, IL. 60565 630-416-1463 www.BettyLouByrnes.com dblbyrnes@wideopenwest.com |