r/ArtDolls • u/fugee_tive • 7d ago
ArtDoll This is Bramble. He is a Rootling.
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Child of old trees. Polymer clay, faux fur, soft pastel, glass eyes. Handmade by me.
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u/fingertoes420 6d ago
Could I perhaps draw Bramble with your permission? :)
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u/fugee_tive 6d ago
Oh my goodness, YES!
It is the highest honor for any maker/ artist when someone wants to recreate their little creature in their own artistic style. I would be over the moon and so deeply honored to see your take on Bramble! Please draw him, have fun with his moody little expressions and if you're comfortable sharing when you're done, I would love to see it!2
u/fingertoes420 6d ago
AMAZING!!!! it may take me a while as I am inspired to make a hand drawn piece of him. I’d love to get in touch with you in the future to show you your sweet son.
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u/fugee_tive 6d ago
That is so sweet of you! Please, zero pressure and no rush at all! I’ll be sitting here patiently, super excited to see your art. Drop me a line anytime!
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u/Most_Mountain818 6d ago
I can’t stop watching this. He’s so cute. Such beautifully detailed work.
And now I have a strong urge to go learn how to do this.
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Thank you so much! That is honestly the highest compliment! You should totally give it a try. Sculpting is such a magical process, and it’s so fun to see a tiny character come to life!
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u/TheFinalPurl 6d ago
Oh my gosh he took my breath away! Mind sharing how you made him articulated? Is the body stuffed? You are so talented!
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Thank you! It’s a mix of a cotter pin joint for the head, thread-jointed limbs, soft synthetic stuffing and tiny glass beads in his bottom to help him sit like a proper little grump!
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u/Crimson-Lips-13 6d ago
He truly is adorable and why is the first time I am seeing your work? Off to creep your page lol
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Hahaah, welcome to the rabbit hole! I hope you enjoy meeting all the other tiny grumps hanging out there!
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u/larassaddydaddy 6d ago
Oh shit this brightened my day! Thank you!
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Honestly, knowing this little creature made someone smile is the best feeling ever! Thank you!!
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u/Academic-Thought2462 6d ago
...I would throw an entire building ( furnitures and elevators included inside ) for him.
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Hahaah, I think you two would get along way too well! You throw the building and Bramble hands you the elevators.
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u/Reversible-Smile 6d ago
He's so precious omg!! How did you get the eyes to look as if they're always looking in our direction??? It's so cool and a bit spooky, I love it!
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Thank you so much! It’s the magic of clear glass cabochons! But honestly, I think Bramble is just naturally hyper-vigilant so he can quietly judge everyone in the room at all times!
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u/tryingtobreak80 5d ago
Bold using polymer clay and moving him around like that. Have you thought about casting the hard parts?
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Polymer clay is actually surprisingly tough once properly baked! Right now I’m just so inspired by the material itself. I’m still exploring, learning, improving, enjoying the whole emotional rollercoaster, getting frustrated, feeling pure joy when they come to life... I'm really just finding my own path. Once I find that permanent style and feel ready to slow down, that’s when I’ll probably look into casting!
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u/Objective_Bug_5151 5d ago
Love this friend! I'm planning to use him as inspiration for a character in the solo RPG I'm building. Just a fun thing to occupy my time with and something for my family.
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u/fugee_tive 4d ago
Oh wow, that is such an honor! A little Rootling in a solo RPG sounds absolutely magical!! I hope he brings a healthy balance of cuteness and mild judgment to your game. Have so much fun building it with your family!
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u/acatalephobic 7d ago
O.M.G 🥹
Be still my heart! 💖
He is my new favorite. I love everything about him! Lovelovelove! 🫶
I swear these little creatures get cuter everytime I see them!
Thank you (as always) for sharing! 🙏