About me

About me
My name is Anya Anderson, a figurative artist and member of NIADA (National Institute of American Doll Artists).

Art has always been a significant part of my life, through painting. As a child, I attended art studio and later earned a BA in Fine Arts from a university in Russia. After moving to America, I explored various mediums such as felting, illustration, and digital painting, but painting remained my true passion. The idea of creating dolls had been on my mind for some time, though I didn't know where to begin.

A years ago, doll making became the central focus of my life, allowing me to combine my skills in sculpture, painting, theater, literature, felting, and fashion. My favorite aspect of doll making is painting, which has always brought me immense joy. I cherish that moment when a little figure begins to look back at me.

The concept of a "doll" is both complex and in culture. It can be seen as a child's toy while also embodying spiritual and magical values, historicaletry, and social class representation.

For me, doll making is a form of art and self-expression, reflecting my perspective on the world, my dreams, and my artistic experiences in the shape of a small human.

Each doll I create is deeply personal. While dolls often connect us to various superions, I view them solely as works of art.

The creation of a doll is akin to any other artistic process, perhaps even more sentimental. It conveys a personal message, showcasing one’s inner child, much like poetry does.