Olga Izvolskaia     ArtDolls     Fur and Leather goods

I was born in Moscow. Grew up in Moscow…

When I was a second year student of Moscow Institute of Aviation I really wanted to quit and become an Art student. But people in my group were so wonderful   that I couldn’t say bye to them.

Anyway, after graduation I worked at the Department 301 of the Institute for 6 (!) years. But even then I couldn’t figure out how planes fly! So it was time for change.

I dreamt of becoming a Costume Designer. My dream came true when I finished Drama College and started work for Slava Zaitsev at the Fashion House (Dom Mody). Those were happy 6 years!

 But then again it was time to move on, do something different. After my second child, a son, was born, I made my mind and became a freelance and interior designer. Many years have passed since but I’ve never regretted that decision.

 I worked with leather. Successfully, I hope. One of my hats was chosen as a symbol of Berlin Winter Fair at the beginning of 1990.

And then I fell in love with dolls. Making them. Decorating them.

Now I’ve got a big collection of hand made dolls.  I wouldn’t even consider selling them before but now… maybe it’s time to let them go?

 I’d be delighted to know what YOU think about it.

Looking forward to your letters and comments.