The 100-art-doll Exhibition

As 2008 draws to an end the 100-art-doll challenge is far from over!

The goal Stacey and I set ourselves of creating 100 art dolls in twelve months has not been achieved. This is the obvious place to insert numerous excuses however…

 In principle, a project such as this has always meant to add or contribute something to our lives: Thankfully, the 100-art-dolls challenge has achieved that in many ways. So, a decision to be assertive and not concede defeat has been made. That is, Stacey and I have granted ourselves an extension of a further twelve months. The imminent future (2009) holds the prospect of many more creations and posts on this blog. Or perhaps, the challenge should be complete when 100 art dolls have been created? Methinks the wiser approach!

To celebrate the achievements of the 2008 chapter of the challenge, an exhibition featuring many of the art dolls appears in the window of Mr Price’s Foodstore. Mr Price’s Foodstore is located at , 502 Queensberry Street in North Melbourne. This is a terrific Melbourne landmark that comes highly recommended as haven where delicious meals are enjoyed within a unique and ambient environment filled with art and books. For a review of the restaurant, click onto the following link: http://www.bestrestaurants.com.au/restaurants/VIC-Melbourne-mrpricesfoodstore.aspx. However, be sure to make a booking as many of the North Melbourne community regard this place as one of their best kept secrets.

The exhibit provides a great opportunity to view the dolls in great detail. If you happen to be local, stop by and check them out. Feedback on this blog and via many other avenues of communication continues to be positive and suggests a sound reason to contribute and invite many others to participate in this challenge throughout 2009.

Art as a therapeutic process assumes many forms. The process of continuing the 100-art-doll challenge aims to continue promoting a belief that the creative process of art can be healing and contribute to psychological health in a positive way. Please don’t hesitate to share your opinions on what you see on this blog. If you would like to join the challenge during 2009, know that you are most welcome.

Happy New Year and thank you for all the support during 2008.

Arrigo & Stacey.