Mezinárodní výstava profesionálních uměleckých panenek, loutek a medvídků Teddy

International Exhibition of Art Dolls, Marionettes and Teddy Bears

Exposition internationale de poupées d'art, de marionnettes et d'oursons Teddy

Международная выставка авторских кукол, марионеток и тедди-медведей

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Theme of the exhibition: The wisdom of myths and legends still speaks to us to this day

manager and spokesperson of the exhibition:

Rana Isac, Katka Petránková e-mail: production@dollprague.com

 

In the heart of Prague, the Palace of Lucerna hosts our extraordinary international art exhibition, showcasing a diverse collection of art dolls and puppets. This unique event gathers professional puppetry from 40 countries, featuring the creative works of talented artists hailing from Europe, Asia, and America.

 

Local puppet masters present captivating artistic projects that add a special allure to the exhibition. Attendees can also delight in complimentary presentations by NIADA (National Institute of American Doll Artists) members, offering insights into their craft. Additionally, the displays from Czech art schools provide a deep immersion into the captivating world of creativity.

 

For those eager to expand their artistic horizons, the exhibition offers master classes suitable for enthusiasts of all levels, from amateurs to seasoned professionals. And to complete the experience, visitors can explore the shopping area, offering a wide selection of small art objects, perfect for Christmas gifts, as well as materials to fuel their own creative endeavors.

 

Our art exhibition promises to captivate art lovers, collectors, and investors alike, while also providing a wonderful opportunity for the general public, including parents with children and students, to discover and appreciate the enchanting world of art dolls and puppets.

 

Exhibition Poster 2024

Posters from previous years

Art projects

This year, we have prepared a series of amazing art projects that are sure to captivate you.

 

You can look forward to:

 

Main Exposition - Olga Norviliene:

Step into the enchanting world of Lithuanian artist Olga Norviliene. Her artistic project features unique dolls, each carrying its own symbolism and story. One of the most notable dolls is Dawn, which is also part of the main exhibition this year. You can see this doll on the event’s poster as well.

 

Stella Dances with Her Friends in Swan Lake - Connie Lowe: 

The ballet troupe of Stella and her friends, including the new 41 cm versions of Stella and Meili, will grace a booth designed to resemble a theater stage. Many dolls will be dressed in hand-sewn ballet costumes made from antique fabrics, while other characters in the group will wear winter attire. This stunning collection is created by the renowned American doll artist Connie Lowe. 

International Art Project by NIADA:

The exhibition showcases the distinguished involvement of the global coalition of artists known as NIADA (National Institute of American Doll Artists). Their craft seamlessly fuses artistry, design, and technical expertise, culminating in dolls that truly epitomize the essence of fine art.

 

Lithuanian Art Project - Anna Zueva:

Anna Zueva, the Lithuanian artist, brings forth unique dolls that beautifully capture emotions, strength, and the delicate essence of human character. Her dolls were presented as the main exposition of the exhibition in 2018, and in 2022, her creation "Dawn" graced the exhibition poster.

But that's not all! Apart from these incredible art projects, there's more to anticipate. You can also look forward to the Estonian art project along with an interactive showcase by the Vyšší odborná škola Praha Žižkov (Higher Vocational School Prague Žižkov). This interactive exhibition will fully immerse you in the world of doll-making and unveil the secrets behind their creation through hands-on demonstrations and interactive elements.

Workshops

 

As part of this year's exhibition, there will be an exclusive chance to participate in paid workshops led by world-class artists. They will gladly share their secrets and techniques with the attendees, allowing each participant to create a one-of-a-kind artwork with their own hands.

 

The workshops will be led by:

 

Marlaine Verhelst

president of NIADA

 

Tatiana Gurina

artist from Austria 

 

Olga Norviliene

artist from Lithuania

 

Learn more about the workshops here.

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