Fantastic News Update...

I am totally thrilled to say that after a fabulous day in Brighton I received a 1st Place for both "Georgiana" and "Tea is for Teddies". I'm still feeling over-the-moon!!! :0)

British Bear Artist Awards 2010

I am absolutely delighted to have received nominations for this year's Awards in cat 1 ; Single Miniature Bear, and cat 10; Group of Miniatures.
The final judging will take place at The British Bear Fair, Brighton Racecourse on 12th December - hope you can come along!

"Georgiana" - Single Miniature Bear nominee.

"Tea is for Teddies"- Group of Miniatures nominee.

Teddy Bear Artist Event Exhibitor's Challenge.

I was absolutely delighted and honoured to receive not only 3rd place for my entry in cat' 2 "In The Nursery"(as voted by visitors), but also the Organiser's Choice award ; chosen from all of the challenge entries.I received the lovely shield shown here with my piece; "Nursery Friends" consisting of a 2.5" bear with her 2 playmates; a tiny lilac teddy, and a teeny pink duck.
I had a wonderful weekend , and many thanks are due to the fantastic collectors whom I met on the sunday , and Samantha Potter and her family who organise the show.I'm already looking forward to next year!

Golden Teddy Nomination 2010

I was absolutely thrilled and delighted to be informed that my little 3" angel bear, "Cherish", has been nominated for a 2010 Golden Teddy; in the "Artist Bear Dressed, 5" and Under" category.It is such an honour to be chosen as one of the nominees, amongst some truly wonderful bear artists.
Many Thanks to Teddy Bear Review! :0)  Look out for the People's Choice voting later in the year , both online and through the magazine.

25th Anniversary Celebrations

I was delighted to create 3 exclusive , One of a Kind bears for Teddy Bears of Witney in Oxfordshire, for their upcoming 25th Anniversary event on Sunday 18th April. All 3 bears will be appearing on the day together with their own special micro-friend.So as not to spoil the surprise I've disguised "Willow" (above) with just a hint of filter in Photoshop. To see all 3 inches of him in the fur you'll need to join the party!

Sydney Teddy Bear Fair People's Choice Awards- Nominations!

I was so excited to hear that 2 of my bears have been nominated in the Sydney People's Choice Awards. The first is "Marianne" (3") in the Artist Bears under 6" category , and the second ; "Cherish"(3") in the Fantasy or dressed Character Bear of any size.

"Marianne"

 "Cherish"

If you would like to see the nominees in all the categories click here , and you will also be able to place your own votes until 5th March 2010. Not long to go!