2008 UPDATED ARTIST STATEMENT AND BIOGRAPHY FOR BAL WEBSITE
Joyce Patterson Original Cloth Doll Artist
Artist Statement
Ever since I first
noticed the wonderful dolls being made by several cloth doll artists in
the early 1990’s, I have been intrigued with what can be done with some
fabric, a little stuffing and imagination. Although I have
studied sculpting dolls in polymer clay, I find working with fabric
gives me the most enjoyment. After nearly 20 years and
almost 850 dolls, I still look forward to sitting down at my sewing
machine to begin a new character. I try to pass a little of this
enjoyment along with each doll that I create. It is my hope that
they bring a smile to all who see them.
Biography
Joyce Patterson’s original, one-of-a-kind, cloth character dolls
(FabricImages by Joyce) have appeared in many U. S. and International
juried exhibits and competitions resulting in more than 100 ribbons and
awards and numerous appearances in magazines and books. She sells
her dolls at national and international shows and in some shops and
galleries. Joyce also accepts commissions and invites inquiries.
Her professional associations include the Original Doll Artists Council
of America (ODACA), the Texas Association of Original Doll Artists
(TAODA), the Professional Doll Makers Art Guild, and the International
Association of Doll Artists (IADA). In addition to membership in
the Brazosport and Galveston Art Leagues and the Lone Star Art Guild,
she is also a member of the Brazoria County Doll Club, which is
affiliated with the international United Federation of Doll Clubs, Inc.
(UFDC).
Joyce's most recent honor was at the Brazosport Art League’s 2008 Open
Juried Show where she received second place in the 3-Dimensional
category with her dolls titled, "Girlfriends."
Joyce graduated from Brazosport High School and retired after more than
30 years with Dow Chemical. She and her husband, Wilbert, live in
Brazoria where they are enjoying their retirement with beloved pets,
Missy, Max, Molly and Tom.
Joyce Patterson
FabricImages by Joyce
P. O. Box 1599
Brazoria, TX 77422-1599
979-798-9890
clothdolls at brazoriainet.com
www.joycepatterson.com
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