In 2000, I bought my first computer and joined the Ebay community.  While I was just browsing one day,  I came across this incredible repaint doll.  I had never bought or collected dolls.  This magnificent doll was a Gene doll repainted by Laurie Leigh as a Vampire.  At the time I was obsessed with all things Anne Rice and "The Vampire Lestat".   I had to have it.  As my luck goes, I was also paying back student loans at the time; so, there was no way I could actually afford to buy the doll.  I saved and printed out every picture.  Then, I found other repaint artists, like Noel Cruz (OMG! More printing and saving pictures).  I even found one who made Star Wars dolls and others who made Star Wars doll clothing.  I was in fan-girl-geek Heaven.  So, one day, discount coupon in hand, I went shopping at Michaels for paints and brushes and my repaint adventures began.  (I guess "adventures" is a polite word for "my first attempts at repainting completely sucked").  I continued to practice and learn every day.....

Today, I am still a total fan girl.  The dolls I create are mostly inspired by movies, TV, comics and Hollywood Superstars.  I sell regularly on Ebay.  Once Upon a Time is actually one of my favorite TV shows, so I can't wait to see everyone else's creations.  I am honored to be a part of this Society and am in complete awe of all the talented individuals in this group. I hope that I can someday inspire someone else, like these artists inspired (and continue to inspire) me.

Great Big Hugs, SashaB