Joyce Patterson Gallery
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"Chef Elf" © 2006
Open Edition with no two alike
12" fabric, hand-painted face
Purchased accessories
 $100

 
"Texas Balladeer" © 2006
One of a kind
17" fabric, hand-painted face
Purchased accessories including
Handmade rawhide chair and
Hand woven miniature rug
$495

"The Ballon Vendor" © 2004
One of a kind
17 fabric, hand painted face
Purchased accessories
$395
 
 
"Mimi" © 2003
One of a kind
17" fabric, hand painted face
Red silk costume
Purchased chair
 $295

  
"Rosalind"  © 2005
One of a kind
17" fabric, hand painted face
Hand beaded lace dress
Real mink stole
 $595


"Gone Fishin'" © 2006
One of a kind
17" fabric, hand painted face
Purchased accessories
$395


 Joyce Patterson
Original Cloth Doll Artist
     Artist Statement


I’m often asked why I make cloth dolls and how I got started.  The simple answer is because of the pleasure they give me.  Although I have studied sculpting in polymer clay, I find working with fabric gives me the most enjoyment.  In the early 90’s I noticed the wonderful cloth dolls being made by several well-known doll artists.  It intrigued me to see what they could do with some cloth, a little stuffing and their skills and I wanted to learn everything I could about cloth doll making.  With instruction and support from these artists and others, I began a blessed life as a cloth doll artist.  After sixteen years and more than 750 dolls, I still look forward to sitting down at my sewing machine to begin a new doll.  I try to pass a little of this enjoyment along with each doll that I create and 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 over 100 ribbons and awards and numerous appearances in magazines and books.  She attends national shows with her dolls and they can also be found in shops and galleries.  Joyce accepts commissions and invites inquiries.

In addition to the Brazosport and Galveston Art Leagues, she is a member of the Original Doll Artists Council of America (ODACA), the Professional Doll Makers Art Guild, and the Texas Association of Original Doll Artists (TAODA).  She is also a member of the local 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 Galveston Art League for the Spring Open Juried Exhibition where she received first place in the 3-Dimensional category with her dolls titled, "Summer Chit-Chat."

Joyce graduated from Brazosport High School and retired after more than 30 years with Dow Chemical in Freeport.  She and her husband, Wilbert, live in Brazoria where they are enjoying retirement with beloved pets, Max, Missy and Molly. 

 
Joyce Patterson
FabricImages by Joyce
P. O. Box 1599
Brazoria, TX  77422-1599
979-798-9890

www.joycepatterson.com


Interest in her dolls, contact Joyce at clothdol at txbs.net . (Note: email address requiries typing with @. Format used to improve SPAM harvesting protection.)