We wish to thank to Pat Richards for writing the eCube since 2011….. she has moved on to other obligations within the Guild. For the time being we will not be publishing the eCube ..read more

Mohamad Hafez in his studio with two of his suitcase framed miniature vignettes. Photo by Cole Wilson. Show Committee work goes on for more than a year to bring you each and every Guild Show.  So, it is quite a relief when the countdown gets to single digits and we can say… 2018 Guild Show events commence in 6 days, Wednesday, September 19 with pre-show classes. There are 19 classes on the schedule and even at this late date, it is still possible to sign up for some of them. You may also still sign up for the two tours being offered that Wednesday, the historic homes tour visiting Naumkeag and ..read more

Many factors contribute to the success, or heaven forbid, failure, of a miniatures show, but the list of dealers must be considered the backbone of a great show. Getting a great dealer list together, though, is a bit of that old conundrum, which came first, the chicken or the egg? Can you get a great list of dealers to commit to your show if you don’t have a steady and healthy group of shoppers that attend regularly—and can you get a steady group of shoppers to come spend money regularly if you don’t have a great dealer list? General member and dealer Ruth Stewart of Stewart Dollhouse Creation ..read more

One thing that the Guild is well known for is excellent educational opportunities. The Guild School is known and respected world-wide, Guild Study Programs have a steady following of devoted attendees, and classes, in a variety of lengths and media, abound at every Guild Show. This year’s show is no exception with 22 classes offered in a variety of lengths from a couple of hours or up to 3 days, in media ranging from doll sculpting, to furniture making, to painting…including two classes in 1/144 scale! Guild Show class brochure, illustrating each class and show offering at the 2018 Guild Show ..read more

Evidently the ancient Babylonians were the first people to make New Year’s resolutions but experts believe those resolutions were probably more along the line of pledges made to the gods in hopes for good luck in the coming year, and may have involved returning borrowed equipment and paying off debts. Back then, the New Year began in March with the start of the new agricultural cycle. By that calendar, I’m still a little ahead of the game wishing everyone a happy New Year in February. Whether you are hoping for good luck from the gods, or looking for help closer to home, making New Year’s reso ..read more

I’m thinking about applying for Artisan… As a member of the Artisan and Fellow Selection Committees, I’ve heard that statement a few times. Many who utter it are looking for some tips on the process, or encouragement to take that leap; its an admirable goal, especially for those who are interested in the constant process of refining their skills making miniatures. A group of submissions is set out and ready for evaluations. The best advice I can give to prospective applicants is to use your eyes. First, use them to read all the information that is posted on the IGMA website on the application ..read more

No, its not too early to be thinking about the holidays! Here is an opportunity for you to share your love of miniatures with a wider community this December. Visitors to Wee Christmas at Kenmore. Last fall, Susan Sherman introduced herself to me, expressing an interest in visiting IGMA’s Williamsburg Study Program and meeting our participants. Susan is the Manager of Special Events at Historic Kenmore Plantation, and coordinator of a substantial holiday miniatures display at the beautifully restored home of George Washington’s sister. Anchored by a replica of Historic Kenmore, 2017 marks the ..read more

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