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It's hard to believe I am writing this in 2016 - our 40th Anniversary of doll making! The seeds planted in our formative years continue to bear fruit after four decades and are the testament to our love and passion for the work we do.
Being at the helm for our 40th Anniversary year is both a privilege and a cause for celebration. We have many very important RJW events lined up this year and I can't wait to see you at one or more of them! There is so much to share with you and you are on the Inside of it all. Once again, on behalf of our company, and our dedicated staff, I wish you and your families, a happy and healthy 2016.
Sincerely,
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New on the RJW Blog: January 2016 Collector Spotlight
At R. John Wright, we have some passionate collectors that help inspire us everyday. One of the best things about collecting is making your collection your own. How people like to collect is up to them and taking a peek inside a collection of a passionate person is one of our favorite things. Recently, we had the chance to meet Michael Maskery. He is passionate about the Wizard of Oz and his vast collection and ways of displaying it are just as whimsical and fun as the movie.
Click here or the picture below to read the latest blog on our RJW Collector of the month, Michael Maskery!
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We are pleased to present our exciting 2015 End-of-the-Year Sale! Featured items shown below are offered at unprecedented savings! Each piece is beautifully handcrafted in our studio and comes elegantly packaged with a corresponding certificate of authenticity and the forms for owner registration. Every item will be personally autographed by R. John Wright. Do not delay! All end-of-the-year sale items are available in extremely limited quantities and may be ordered only while supplies last. THE SALE ENDS JAN 31st.
All purchased items come autographed by R. John Wright AND receive free shipping! |
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We are thrilled to announce that John & Susan Wright will be making a special appearance at a ticketed dinner event at the 67th Annual 2016 UFDC National Doll Convention. This event will feature an exclusive RJW doll under a special agreement with the Vermont-based family of famed American illustrator, Tasha Tudor. Tasha Tudor’s work is cherished around the world for its whimsical imagery and celebration of simple pleasures, which makes R. John Wright truly a ‘Kindred Spirit’.
This will mark the first time the R. John Wright Company has interpreted Tudor’s iconic artwork in doll form and is guaranteed to capture the essence and wonder of the Tasha Tudor art. The event is limited to members of UFDC (United Federation of Doll Clubs). Please enquire at www.ufdc.org for membership details and further information on the upcoming Convention, 'Kindred Spirits', which will take place from July 27-30 in Washington, D.C. We hope to see you there!
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Who doesn't love a great top 10 list? R. John Wright compiled his very favorite dolls ever produced by R. John Wright Dolls.
R. John Wright Dolls has created over 500 individual designs since 1976 and it was pretty hard to choose 10 favorites.
Click here or the logo above to see the top ten favorite dolls of R. John Wright!
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Step Inside and Celebrate | Join Us For the 'First-Ever' Public RJW Studio Open House
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To celebrate our 40th year of doll making, the R. John Wright Doll Company is hosting its first ever behind-the-scenes public doll making studio tour and open house event. The two day event is set for February 12th and 13th, 2016. The R. John Wright Studio Tour gives guests a behind-the-scenes experience like never before as they explore the doll making facility, learn and appreciate the process that is the art of RJW doll making, and meet the team of talent that brings R. John Wright artist dolls to life.
The event is free of charge and participants will have the opportunity to meet and speak with John & Susan Wright and tour the Bennington, Vermont doll making studio where the dolls are hand crafted and created. Refreshments will be served. Guests will receive a complimentary exclusive limited edition RJW felt heart keepsake souvenir as a companion piece for their dolls. (Example of souvenir is shown with 18” Tin Man by R. John Wright)
RSVP to either day (or both!) today by emailing our events team or joining our Facebook event invite!
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"A TIME TO REMEMBER"
The R. John Wright Convention Preview
Imagine stepping into a magical world of enchantment. A world where for three days, you get to be totally surrounded by what makes your heart sing. Where everyone you meet is your dear friend, including John and Susan Wright. That’s what you can expect at the 2016 R. John Wright “A Time to Remember” Convention at the Desmond Hotel in Albany, New York.
Let us take the planning reins as you let go and take the journey. We have planned out something special for every second of your adventure with us including special programs, Dynamic Dialogues, fun workshops, exhibits, competitions, and themed meal events - all meticulously designed and overseen by your hosts, John & Susan Wright with their charming daughter, Lillian Wright, as Convention Chair.
Click the image above or here to learn more and register for the 2016 R. John Wright Convention!
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In this rare early interview, circa 1986, R. John Wright and Susan Wright discuss the R. John Wright Dolls "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" project. Famed doll designer, Martha Armstrong-Hand - wife of David Hand the supervising director of the classic Disney flim - is a featured guest. The interview is conducted by Nancy Lazenby, author of "Lenci: The History and the Dolls." Enjoy this captured moment of doll history! Visit www.rjohnwright.com to see the entire range of dolls produced by the R. John Wright company since 1976. Click here or the photo below to see part one of the interview!
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In Part 2 of this rare early interview, circa 1986, R. John Wright and Susan Wright discuss the R. John Wright Dolls "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" project. Famed doll designer, Martha Armstrong-Hand - wife of David Hand the supervising director of the classic Disney flim - is a featured guest. The interview is conducted by Nancy Lazenby, author of "Lenci: The History and the Dolls." Enjoy this captured moment of doll history by clicking here or the photo below!
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