Elfworks
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Shirley Dougan lives in Mt. Evelyn a small town in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges in the state of Victoria, Australia. Shirley has a degree in teaching (Bachelor of Education - Arts & Crafts) and has been creating Original One-of-a-Kind Fantasy and Character Dolls since 1979. Shirley initially used potter's clay but found that a rather fragile material when fired. In 1983, Shirley changed mediums and has been using Polymer Clay now for over twenty years. Shirley makes Fantasy Figures - goblins, elves, pixies and faeries - the familiar characters from her childhood readings, and Character Dolls.
- http://www.alphalink.com.au/~mouse
- Email: mouse@alphalink.com.au
- Email: mouse@alphalink.com.au
In the 1980's Shirley took part in several group art exhibitions, as well as three successful solo exhibitions at galleries. She has won ribbons and medals in doll shows throughout Australia and in March 1998 won five awards (including the "Judge's Choice" and "Best of Show") for one doll which she entered in the "Antelope Valley Doll Show" in California, U.S.A. Apart from private collections throughout the world, Shirley also has a goblin in "The Museum of Childhood" in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Shirley has been teaching adults how to make Character Dolls since 1997, using various techniques and classes that cater to all levels of ability. Shirley finds teaching an ongoing challenge and a rewarding experience.
- Shirley's work can be seen on her website:
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
A 30 - 40cm (12"-16") doll with polymer clay head and shoulders, hands and feet, dolls eyes, wire armature and wrapped limbs. This doll has a neck and shoulders which allows for more adventurous costuming as well as some attention to anatomical detail.
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
A 40cm (16") doll with polymer clay head and shoulders, hands and feet, dolls eyes, wire armature and wrapped limbs. Stocking wings allow for heaps of embellishing possibilites!
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
Not one, but two Gollies in the one class! A matching pair to keep or to give away. Those who hate stuffing will love this class as the Gollies have "floppy" limbs and pellet-filled bodies. The Gollies wear boots and gloves, making this an ideal beginners class.
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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Australia Mt. Evelyn, Victoria Elfworks Shirley Dougan mouse@alphalink.com.au 169 York Road
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
This doll is 50cm (20") with polymer clay head, gloves and boots, dolls eyes and wire armature. He is dressed in traditional soldier costume. A unique addition to your Christmas decorations.
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Paper Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
A lovely fat mermaid sitting on a rock. In the class you will learn how to make the armature and use the paperclay to create your own unique doll.
Locations:
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Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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Australia Bendigo, Victoria Good Time Girls Doll Club Jenny Campbell acjc@austarnet.com.au Phone: 03 5447 9406
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
In this 2 day class, make a dastardly pirate captain complete with hook-hand, peg-leg, and eye-patch.
Here's one with the lot...or not depending on how you look at it!
Yo-Ho-Ho and a Bottle of Rum!
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
A 30 - 40cm (12" - 16") doll with polymer clay head, paws and boots, plastic cat's eyes and wire armature. The cat is dressed in the style of a musketeer with a large hat - complete with feather and grand boots. A very dapper cat and a purrfect doll for the beginner as well as the more advanced student.
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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Australia Mt. Evelyn, Victoria Elfworks Shirley Dougan mouse@alphalink.com.au 169 York Road
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Australia Bayswater, Victoria Leanne Church Phone: 03 9729 8213
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
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Australia Mt. Evelyn, Victoria Elfworks Shirley Dougan mouse@alphalink.com.au 169 York Road
Dates:
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- Additional information:
- Doll Medium: Polymer Clay
- Supplies Required:
- Pre-Class Work Required? Yes, usually body and clothing need to be sewn beforehand - patterns and instructions are provided.
- Is Previous Experience Required? No experience needed
- Recommended for Ages: Any
- Class Size: Minimum 10, Maximum 17
- Is Lunch Provided? Contact Organizer
- Additional information:
Description of Seminar:
A 50cm (20") doll with polymer clay head, gloves/mittens and boots, dolls eyes and wire armature. Santa has a flange neck and wired body which enables you to pose him. Dressed in traditional long coat in the fabrics of your choice, he is sure to bring some old-fashioned cheer to your festivites. This class is ideal for the beginner.
Locations:
Contact the following locations for Registration and further information that is not listed.
Description of Seminar:
A 36cm (14") doll with polymer clay head, gloves and shoes, dolls eyes and wire armature. The jester has a flange neck and wired body which enables you to pose him. Simple yet effective costuming in your choice of colours and fabrics, resulting in a comical yet individual character. Students also make his Marotte (that's the head-on-a-stick thingy!). This class is ideal for the beginner.