Kelsie Aman & Dawn Anderson
"Late for Tea" is an OOAK collaborative creation by fashion artist, Kelsie Aman and doll artist, Dawn Anderson. Natalia Fatale first took a trip to Dawn’s studio where she received a full facial repaint with quality acrylics and sealers. Working with just an idea of what the finished doll would look like, Dawn used a subtle, more serene palette with a range of colors that would give a softer, more innocent look while still retaining this doll’s natural smoldering beauty. When Dawn finished the doll she now had blue eyes and lips of raspberry sorbet; lips that were lifted in a slightly mysterious smile. Soft wisps of hair were added at the existing hairline, and all features were sealed for longevity. 
Natalia then flew to the Kelsie’s fashion studio where she was fitted from head to toe for an amazing OOAK fantasy costume. Her full mane of black hair was styled into an intricate Marie Antoinette type coif and adorned with whimsical pieces straight from a garden tea party! Kelsie's inspiration definitely came from her love of tea parties and from her being a big fan of the story of Alice in Wonderland. She sees this Avant Garde gown as being her interpretation of Mrs. Lovett (Sweeney Todd) meeting the Mad Hatter. Its deeper jewel tones are interesting; not at all the softer pastels most people would associate with a garden tea party – but that’s the way Tim Burton-like characters often develop! These jewel tones speak to the night rather than the day – thus explaining her “Late for Tea” title! Kelsie’s fashions are sold under the name of Mutant Goldfish Designs and doll artist, Dawn Anderson is available at One Sixth Sense aka OSS. A full color OSS/MGD certificate of authenticity will accompany this OOAK work of doll art. Both Kelsie and Dawn wanted to say “Thank you, Jim, for allowing both OSS and MGD to take part in this delightful project for IFDC's charity auction!” Be sure to check out their websites for additional pictures of their reimagined Natalia as well as their other delightful offerings.
Vicky Lujan-Gibbs
Vicky is a beginner designer. She has learned a lot from many wonderful designers, and is still learning. She currently is "in training" to make her own patterns. A country girl at heart, Vicky loves the rodeo and Professional Bull Riding. It isn't a surprise then that she loves to make jeans for all her dolls. But for IFDC she thought jeans may not be appropriate, so she decided to make Natalia a nice pair of slacks with a top. To make the doll unique, she took all her hair out, and replaced it with wigs. I say wigS because along with the wig cap, two wigs will accompany Natalia when she goes home - one in black and one in carrot red. Vicky wants to thank Jim for letting her do this as a beginner, and hopes whoever bids on her will enjoy her. Be sure to visit Vicky's website for more of her creations. 
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