Meet Wish. He's is the "thinker" among my boys. He is always contemplative, as if he is chasing a hundred different thoughts in his head. Wish has an air of resigned melancholy about him. I think he has secrets he will never tell.
To many people, BJD dolls look androgynous. Among my BJD boys, Wish's features are the most girlish.
Wish was sanded and hand-painted by a Japanese BJD artist. His brows and eyes are very soft because they have been air-brushed. I think his lips, painted with incredible care and detail, are the most luscious I have ever seen!
A BJD doll is highly posable and customizable. His hair, eyes and clothes can be changed at any time. Hair can be synthetic fiber or faux fur. (I prefer faux fur.) Eyes can be acrylic, silicone, urethane or glass. (I prefer high quality glass eyes with detailed threading in the iris.) Everything comes in many different sizes. Because of the customizability of these BJDs, no two look alike. (Unless they have been kept in "default" condition.)
Sorry for the ramble. Old people tend to do that. 8D
@Marg: Thank you! All my boys' clothes are bought. There are many BJD owners who make clothes for their dolls. I wish I could sew! (But death by needle would be painful.)
Some original, elaborate outfits for BJDs (such as a 3-piece suit with hat and coat or a punk rock outfit with leather accessories, studs and chains, whatever is imaginable and sewable) sell for a hefty price tag. For instance, here's an auction on Yahoo! Japan ( http://page2.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/b126782038 ) where the current bid is over US$100 for the full outfit including hat. The fabrics are hand-dyed and hand-sewn by the seller.
The mouth and eyes on "Wish" are simply gorgeous! He represents so many of us, I think. Very contemplative. You showed that so well with this photo. Beautiful lighting and shadow work here. :)
Thank you so much for all your comments! I appreciate every one of them. BJD dolls are such a joy to photograph and I'm very happy to know that you've all enjoyed seeing them. Again, thank you!
Ok, now I am completely fascinated. How many do you have? Do you collect them? Why? I don't like dolls, never really played with them either. Was told I have "Mother figure" issues. (I do) but these are almost real. And you take the most exquisite photographs of them.
Everyone, thank you so much for visiting and leaving a comment! I'm really happy to know you've all enjoyed Wish's photo.
@Nadine S: I have 5 BJD boys. (5 heads and 2 bodies. Hmm. That sounds weird. Heh.) I collected them because I love how they look. They're more realistic than cute, and they make fantastic photography subjects. My son thinks they're on the creepy side though! Heh. I don't think I take great photos of them... I think they make my photos look great! 8D
Amazing dolls!!!!! And your pics are incredible!!!! I've never seen or heard of them before but they are obviously very expensive and sought after items!!!!!
November 28th, 2011
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@Marg: Thank you! All my boys' clothes are bought. There are many BJD owners who make clothes for their dolls. I wish I could sew! (But death by needle would be painful.)
Some original, elaborate outfits for BJDs (such as a 3-piece suit with hat and coat or a punk rock outfit with leather accessories, studs and chains, whatever is imaginable and sewable) sell for a hefty price tag. For instance, here's an auction on Yahoo! Japan ( http://page2.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/b126782038 ) where the current bid is over US$100 for the full outfit including hat. The fabrics are hand-dyed and hand-sewn by the seller.
@Nadine S: I have 5 BJD boys. (5 heads and 2 bodies. Hmm. That sounds weird. Heh.) I collected them because I love how they look. They're more realistic than cute, and they make fantastic photography subjects. My son thinks they're on the creepy side though! Heh. I don't think I take great photos of them... I think they make my photos look great! 8D
Again, thank you, everyone!