Ballerina with roses

This was one of the first ballet dancers I did a long time ago--I was working in porcelain then.  Already I was creating sets for the dolls--like an illustration!  I would like to do some new ones when I get a chance.

Props for my daughter's ballet recital

The project I am most excited about at the moment is making some props for my daughter's ballet redital. The story takes place in an art museum.  I am making a stylized Degas-type thirteen year old dancer and a Greco Roman bust.  Great fun!!  These are the works in progress. Hope to get them done this week.  Will post more when they are finished.

 

The top part of the dancer/papier mache

Back view of the dancer/papier mache

Another view/stands about 36"

Another view with my messy studio in the background!

Greco Roman bust/papier mache (but will hopefully look like marble from the audience)

Building up features with paperclay over papier mache--drapery is painted fabric