Halloween Art and Travel

By: Kristen Stafford: Halloween Art Collector and Podcaster
  • Summary

  • This podcast connects artists and collectors of Halloween art. You will experience the stories and inspirations behind some of the best Halloween art being created today. You’ll hear from dedicated collectors who capture their dream pieces. You will add to your Halloween travel bucket list as we explore Halloween-centric destinations.
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Episodes
  • A Witch for Every Kitchen
    Oct 31 2024
    Grab your broom and journey to the enchanting world of Kitchen Witches to uncover their cultural significance. Join the movement to revive their popularity. This episode features insights from various creators and collectors, shedding light on their enduring fascination. Thank you to all of our content contributors: Anna Allen, (Aw Shucks Annie Dolls): https://www.facebook.com/awshucksanniedolls and https://www.instagram.com/awshucksanniedollsJennie Hepler-Takens (My Dearest Witch): http://www.mydearestwitch.comKris Gurky (Dark Moon Salem): https://www.instagram.com/dark_moon_salem/Mary Lynn Cudejko (Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween Fan and Owl Collector) Lauren Demers-Windom (Witches for Kitchens): https://www.instagram.com/witchesforkitchensPat Benedict (Woopitydoo Art): https://www.facebook.com/Woopitydooart and https://www.instagram.com/woopitydooartRebecca Miller Campbell (Rebecca Miller Campbell Designs): https://millercampbelldesigns.com/Ryan Knight (The Handmade Knight): https://www.instagram.com/the_handmade_knight/Stephanie (Stevi) Tiongco (Stevi T Fiber Art): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063437424746Ter Brazier (Host of the Merman Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/the_merman_podcastVanessa K. Eccles (Fabled Collective): https://www.fabledcollective.com/ To look at some fun pictures of kitchen witches, visit my Resources page: https://www.halloweenartandtravel.com/p/resources/
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    30 mins
  • Marion Held: A Passionate Collector Opens Her Home
    Oct 30 2024

    Meet Marion Held, the creator and curator of the Devil-ish Little Things Museum in Vancouver, WA. Marion shares her passion for collecting whimsical devil, Krampus, and satyr objects. Marion’s collection is brightly colored, mostly from Europe, and is based on fairytales and folklore. Her collection began 26 years ago when she fell in love with the Devil and Cards ceramics by Royal Bayreuth.

    Marion is dedicated to inspiring others to appreciate and collect art. Her collection exudes a playful European charm that reflects her upbringing in her native Germany. She loves the craftsmanship behind each piece and is still actively adding to her collection by partnering with a network of dealers around the globe. She has a keen eye for unique pieces and works diligently to preserve the history of each object.

    Marion is a well-known beadworker. When she lived in LA, her beadwork was discovered by a Hollywood costume designer. That lead to work in movies like Hocus Pocus and Batman Returns. She also created special creature effects, for movies like Hellboy. After moving to WA and opening her museum, Marion took on doing pottery, which she sells out of her museum gift shop.

    “...if young people don't start collecting, everything is going to be lost...I always say go out there, go to antique shows, look around, discover some cool stuff and then maybe you’ll see something you like that will stick with you. And then before you know it, you have a house full of stuff like I do. Then I’ll come see you...” - Marion Held

    Visit Marion at: https://www.facebook.com/DEVILishLittleThingsMuseum or https://www.instagram.com/devilish_little_things_museum

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    50 mins
  • Anna Allen: Keeping Appalachian Traditions Alive
    Oct 23 2024
    Meet Anna Allen, an artist who blends traditional cornhusk craft with her Appalachian heritage. Anna creates cornhusk dolls under the name Aw Shucks Annie Dolls. Her dolls feature vibrant colors with a special focus on witches and the magic of Halloween. She also enjoys creating dolls showing traditional Appalachian clothing and activities. Growing up in Ohio, Anna was surrounded by her creative and self-reliant family. Her childhood includes memories of her grandparents making their own lye soap and family gatherings filled with joyful bluegrass music. Anna collected dolls before she started making her own. One day, along with her mother and a friend, she decided to bring to life her own. She laughs now at how “ugly” her first try was. Through exploration and determination, she grew into the skilled artist she is today. Anna does twist up tradition by putting faces on many of her dolls. She enjoys making witches with two or three heads. She loves knowing that her collectors put their own narratives on the dolls once they adopt them. “... it's an honor and a privilege to share my Appalachian roots and heritage through the creation of my cornhusk dolls.” - Anna M. Allen Mentions: Anna singing Moonshine Ridge: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWXLQw7GqjkCircleville, Ohio, Pumpkin Show: https://www.pumpkinshow.com/Halloween in July Market (Circleville, OH): https://pickaway.com/event/halloween-in-july-market-2/Peggie Kilgore Corn Husk Dolls (Search the internet for pictures) Visit Anna at: https://www.facebook.com/awshucksanniedolls and https://www.instagram.com/awshucksanniedolls/
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    38 mins

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