Chandra's Box of Stars
Art Dolls: Figurative Art Meets Mixed Media

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102 years old
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE
United States



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    Chandra's Box of Stars's Interests
General500 Handmade Dolls

One of my pieces, entitled The Fairy Godmother, was accepted for inclusion in the new publication, 500 Handmade Dolls, from Lark Books. The book is available through Amazon here:

http://www.amazon.com/500-Handmade-Dolls-Modern-Explorations/dp/1579908675

The book was juried by fellow Southern Highland Guild member, Akira Blount, and includes quite a few other Guild members, myself among their numbers! There were over 1900 pieces submitted for consideration.

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Two of my pieces, After the Masquerade and The Fairy Godmother, were selected for inclusion for this art book from Aristata Publishing, available through fine book retailers. The jury included Danielle Bedics, Julie Bell, Iain McCaig and Robh Ruppel, and approximately only 200 pieces were chosen from more than 1000 entries!

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I was commissioned by Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Darrell Scott to create a portrait marionette for the cover of his CD, Theatre of the Unheard. The CD was a Top 100 Critics Pick for 2003 by Rolling Stone Magazine. Darrell has wriiten songs for the Dixie Chicks, who won a Grammy with his song Long Time Gone. Darrell fondly refers to the piece as his "Mini Me"!

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MoviesJan Svankmajer's films, Tim Burton films, Terry Gilliam films, Jean Cocteau's films, Froud/Henson films, Brothers Quay, David Lynch's films, Fellini films, Woody Allen films, Goddard films, Melies's films, Miyazaki films, Amelie, City of Lost Children, Mirrormask, etc...
TelevisionImage hosting by Photobucket Black Books, Green Wing, Mighty Boosh, Doctor Who, Lost, Star Trek (original series), Farscape, Firefly, Buffy, Babylon 5, Twilight Zone, Blake's Seven, EastEnders, Sopranos, Deadwood, Rome, Carnivale, Hamish Macbeth, The Muppet Show, The Storyteller series...
BooksC.S. Lewis, Terri Windling, Dark Is Rising series, William Morris, P.G. Wodehouse, T.H. White, Lewis Carroll, John Crowley, Evelyn Waugh, Dickens, Rabelais, George MacDonald, Christina Rossetti, Andrew Lang, De La Motte Fouque, Tennyson, Shakespeare, Marie de France, Christine de Pizan, William Blake, Robert Browning, Walter Pater, Swinburne, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the Romantics, books by Alan Garner, Charles de Lint, Neil Gaiman, Susanna Clark, the works of Plato...
HeroesImage hosting by Photobucket William Morris, Oscar Wilde, E. Nesbit, C.S. Lewis, Terri Windling, Brian Froud, Marie de France, Hildegard of Bingen, Christine de Pizan, all of my friends, my husband...

     Chandra's Box of Stars's Details
Status:Married
Here for:Networking, Friends
Orientation:Straight
Hometown:Nashville, TN
Body type:1' 2"
Ethnicity:Other
Zodiac Sign:Cancer
Smoke / Drink:No / No
Children:Proud parent
Education:College graduate
Occupation:figurative artist, freelance writer

   Chandra's Box of Stars's Schools
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro,Tennessee
Graduated: 2003
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major: English Literature
Minor: Medieval and Classical Studies
Clubs: Golden Key
 

1992 to 2003



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   Chandra's Box of Stars's Blurbs
About me:
Jack in the Box

"They came from all over the known world to parade down Main Street on gaudy, ten-hitch wagons or caparisoned elephants..." The Magic Cavalcade ~ Edward Hoagland

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A member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, Artists United, and the Tennessee Association of Craft Artists, I am an artist specializing in figurative art. My work and writing has been published in Contemporary Doll Collector, DOLLS, Belle Armoire, Faerie and ArtDoll Quarterly magazines, in the new book Aphrodisia II: Art of the Female Form, and I recently appeared on the HGTV program "That's Clever". I graduated with Honors from Middle Tennessee State University in 2003. My BA is in English, with a double minor in Medieval and Classical Studies. I just finished my first book, an independent reader and fairytale set in the 1880s with illustrations by Scottish artist Julia Jeffrey.


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For me, part of the excitement surrounding dollmaking is the opportunity it offers to explore modern and traditional techniques and materials. For instance, I often employ a modern technique known as free-motion embroidery, in which I manipulate fabric beneath a moving sewing machine needle to literally draw with thread. However, I am equally interested in the ancient craft of felting fabric, or exploring methods such as the sixteenth century raised embroidery technique known as stumpwork. This combination of the old and the new keeps me invigorated, and affords me fresh perspectives when approaching traditional forms.

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Who I'd like to meet:
.. The type of people who are equally happy talking about the arts, literature, politics, history, shamanism, voo doo, comic books, plain chant, William Morris, Hammer films, punk rock, and William Shatner... http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=67463882 Interstitial Arts Image hosting by Photobucket .."http://i69.photobucket.com/albums/i77/Chandrasboxofstars/20040568-5.jpg" border="0" alt="Image hosting by Photobucket"> Photo Sharing and Video Hosting at Photobucket

New Masters of Fantasy: Volume III

Chandra's piece, "After the Masquerade", has been included on the CDRom, "New Masters of Fantasy, Volume III: A Collection of the Year's Best Fantasy Art". Juried by internationally celebrated artists, including Donato Giancola, Jeff Easley, Don Maitz, Janny Wurtz, Larry Elmore, Boris Vallejo, and Julie Bell, the CDRom features over three hundred works of art by one hundred talented artists. "New Masters of Fantasy" is not only a collection for fans of fantasy art to enjoy, but it is also a resource for art directors, publishers and buyers seeking rising stars in the industry. Produced in conjunction with Epilogue.net, the CDRom can be purchased at www.mastersoffantasy.com. You can see my name (alphabetized by first name) listed here:

http://www.mastersoffantasy.com/vol3_artists.php

Fantasy Art at Epilogue.net
Fantasy Art at Epilogue.net

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~Kim~





Jul 18 2009 2:23 AM

weekend Pictures, Images and Photos
Sweet Hollywaiians





Jul 17 2009 11:45 AM


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Amazing Japanese hot string band playing 1920's, 30's, 40's style hawaiian, swing, calypso, blues, italian music and originals,featuring vintage instruments.3 songs with Robert Armstrong and Tony Marcus(from Robert Crumb and His Cheap Suit Serenaders)

"The Sweet Hollywaiians have probably the best feel for this 20's music of any string band working today. They manage the rare feat of sounding relaxed even when their playing is hot, are top notch musicians with tasteful arrangements and a full, rich, warm sound.Plus, they have a nice gamut of tunes, from King Nawahi to Giovanni Vicari to Bobby Leecan. See them live, if you can, for an unforgettable experience. If you can't, buy their Cds!" ~ Terry Zwigoff
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Jul 14 2009 9:42 PM

*~Sending faerie kisses your way~*

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Jul 14 2009 4:16 PM

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Xylia





Jul 12 2009 5:41 AM

Happy Birthday Chandra!
I hope you have a wonderful day!

Xylia~
Brigitte *ADA*ART*





Jul 12 2009 3:00 AM

Dear Chandra,

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May You Experience a Year filled with Joy, Creativity,
Discovery of Self, and Fulfillment of Your Dreams.

Love and Blessings,

Brigitte *ADA*







Patricia





Jul 12 2009 2:02 AM

Happy Birthday Chandra,And many more mystical Years:}
Moonchilde





Jul 11 2009 9:36 PM

Thanks for adding me here, Chandra! I must look for that book... sounds very much my cup of tea. I hope your birthday is a joyful one! Blessings, Mags xxx
Dweebish





Jul 11 2009 8:28 PM

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Happy Birthday, lovely friend.
;)
Chris





Jul 11 2009 7:51 PM

Happy Birthday MySpace Comments and Graphics

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Hope the day is great!
Trina's Dolls and Art





Jul 11 2009 4:57 PM

Chandra you are a magickal inspiration. I wish you love and joy on this special day of your birth!
Warm Regards,
Trina
Julie





Jul 11 2009 12:18 PM

Hello and Happy Birthday!
IDLF





Jul 11 2009 11:02 AM

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Jul 10 2009 8:56 PM

happy birthday
Michael


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Jul 10 2009 12:07 PM

It appears to be time for celebration once again...I hope you have a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
JAN-CLAIR





Jul 10 2009 11:49 AM

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Martine





Jul 9 2009 3:32 PM

inconnue
Love.M
Gala.Rea ~ Moving 07.22 ♥





Jul 9 2009 6:20 AM





! IT's a HAIRY DAY !
While Approaching "The Day"



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~ Although ... A Little Floral is Always A Welcomed Compliment ~

a rea of sunshine passing through ...
! KISSES, sweet CHANDRA !
( x♥x )

~ rea ~
Gala.Rea


♥ Thanks for Your Continued LUVin ♥



Jenny





Jul 8 2009 3:51 AM

Gala.Rea ~ Moving 07.22 ♥





Jul 7 2009 9:52 AM





! SPEAKING of SHADES !
Okay ... OKAY ...


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~ So I Partied "A LITTLE" on July 4th (grin) ~

a rea of sunshine passing through ...
! KISSES, sweet CHANDRA !
( x♥x )

~ rea ~
Gala.Rea

PS: Hope Your Family Gathering
Was GREAT !! And the Beat Goes On ... ♥




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Jul 7 2009 4:59 AM

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Jul 6 2009 7:49 PM

The Wisdom of the Past is the Seed for the Future...



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Jul 6 2009 12:38 AM




! FEELING DUCKIE TODAY !
Although Wearing Shades ...



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~ As a Result of Yesterday's Festivities ~

a rea of sunshine passing through ...
! KISSES, sweet CHANDRA !
( x♥x )

~ rea ~
Gala.Rea


PS: GREAT to Hear From You ~ Hope You Enjoyed the Family Festivities ...
And a Big Thanks for Your Birthday Wishes Too ♥




David Bezzina Art





Jul 4 2009 9:15 PM

Thanks for adding me Chandra, I'm really looking forward to reading your book.
all the best

Dave :)
Gala.Rea ~ Moving 07.22 ♥





Jul 4 2009 12:54 PM





! HAPPY JULY 4, 2009 !
Wishing You Tremendous Joy in Celebrating Our Independence


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~ I'm Feeling a Bit Swept Away ... ~
~ Cause It's My Birthday Too ♥
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a rea of sunshine passing through ...
! KISSES, sweet CHANDRA !
( x♥x )

~ rea ~
Gala.Rea



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