What Is Doll Making Really About? A Soulful Conversation with Artist Leslie O’Leary скачать в хорошем качестве

What Is Doll Making Really About? A Soulful Conversation with Artist Leslie O’Leary

Doll making isn’t just a craft; it’s a powerful creative practice that weaves together story, spirit, and self-discovery. In this soulful conversation, I sit down with textile artist and doll maker Leslie O’Leary to talk about what draws us to doll making, how we each approach the process, and why these pieces matter, both to us as makers and to those who receive them. If you’ve ever felt curious about intuitive art, healing dolls, or the deeper meaning behind this form of making, this one’s for you. 👇 Watch the full conversation and explore links below to connect with Leslie—and to start your own journey with doll making. 🌿 Explore More from Leslie O’Leary: Website: https://leslieolearyart.com Instagram:   / leslieolearyart   Facebook:   / leslie.olearyart   Blog: https://fromthesehandsblog.blogspot.com/ 🎨 Want to Try Doll Making Yourself? Start with my intuitive art workshop: Tree Spirits Create your own soulful spirit doll—no experience needed. Learn more here: https://www.sacredartandstory.com/tre... 📬 Contact Me or Learn More: Visit my website: https://sacredartandstory.com Instagram:   / stacyvajta   Substack: https://thefeistycrone.substack.com Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & why I wanted to talk with Leslie 01:35 – What is doll making anyway? 04:30 – Leslie’s origin story: from childhood to art 10:00 – The difference between planning vs. intuitive process 13:20 – Divine inspiration & listening to what wants to be made 19:00 – Symbolism in doll making: materials, messages, and meaning 24:00 – “I’m not creative”—what we say to that 27:00 – Where beginners start, and why it matters 31:00 – Spirit stories, personal truth & why these dolls are more than art #dollmaking #artdolls #spiritdolls #textileart #healingarts #creativeprocess #intuitiveart #fiberart #artistinterview #leslieoleary #sacredart