DarkAlleyArtDolls

My name is Veronika Lozovaya. I was born in a small town in Russia, where I grew up and lived most of my life.
My family and I moved to United States in 2010. We currently reside in the State of Kansas.
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My passion for creative work came at an early age. I have always been making things for as long as I can remember.
I discovered dolls as an art form in 2011 and made my first doll in 2013.
Art doll is a multi-medium three-dimensionalI object and one of the most interactive forms of visual arts. Creating a doll is a long process involving sculpting, painting, sewing, shoe making and wigging.
I sculpt my dolls out of paperclay then paint their faces with acrylics and pastels. For their outfits I like to use light weight cotton fabrics silk and lace.

I describe my style as Gothic. I like to show the beauty of sadness and destruction via the use of faded gloomy colors in my work.
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Dark Alley Dolls are little children with large disproportionate heads, creepy yet innocent faces, adorably sweet, yet dark and somewhat disturbing. They are entirely inspired by my own childhood experiences.
I pay great attention to detail in my work, however, I never strive to create a complicated piece that looks perfect in every way. I want my dolls to tell a story and make you feel.
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I am a chronic illness sufferer. Fatigue, pain, and crippling depression have been big obstacles in my artistic journey as well as in my daily life. In spite of that, I hope to be able to continue improving my skills and see how my work evolves over time.

I am grateful to have my dolls find homes all across the globe