A non-elitist guild dedicated to the art and promotion of bearcraft. A guild: an association of craftsmen in a particular trade.
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GUILD MEMBERS' ALBUM Pandas
by Paula Carter Added August 28, 2009 at 11:32am 1 Comment
GUILD MEMBERS' ALBUM Classic Teddy Bears 3
by Paula Carter Added November 2, 2009 at 2:29pm
GUILD MEMBERS' ALBUM Contemporary Bears 1
by Paula Carter Added August 28, 2009 at 11:59am
GUILD MEMBERS' ALBUM Vintage style bears
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GUILD MEMBERS' ALBUM Rabbits
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A bear is for life ... or is it? 6 Replies
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The teddy bear as a heritage art form. 2 Replies
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A gallery of our Guild Members' work.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2009 BRITISH BEAR ARTISTS AWARD NOMINEES!
MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA
To keep the Guild fresh and showing progression of work please restrict photographs of your work to a maximum of 20 per member. (Recommended size no greater than 450 pixels wide/ 72dpi) You are welcome to update your photos whenever you like. Please note: your photo allowance is only to be used to showcase your work.
REQUESTED COURTESY:
Whilst your on topic critiques are welcome, rudeness is not.
MISSION STATEMENT:
The Guild of Master Bearcrafters is a non-elitist group dedicated to the serious progression of bear artistry. Support, friendship and commitment form the ethos of our Guild. As established and establishing bear artisans, we aim to work together to develop our skills and promote our artistic creations.
A gallery of our Guild Members' work.
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Events
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The First International Teddy Bear Show in Moscow
November 26, 2009 to November 29, 2009 – Moscow, Russia
For the first time you’ll be able to see bears from the whole world at one exhibition site! The myth about bears wandering along Russian streets was busted long ago. But it’s high time we remember...
Organized by Russian Dolls House Ltd | Type: teddy, bear, show
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The British Bear Fair
December 13, 2009 all day – HOVE TOWN HALL,
Hosts the 'British Bear Artist Awards'.
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The Winter Bearfest 2010
February 28, 2010 all day – Kensington Town Hall
The biggest and the best UK Teddy Bear showcase!
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Sydney Teddy Bear Fair
March 7, 2010 from 10am to 4pm – Southee Complex, Sydney Showgrounds
You're invited to see Australia's best collection of teddy bears for sale, by some of the finest bear artists from Australia and abroad. In the country's best all bear fair we also feature Antique ...
Organized by Melissa Kemp | Type: international, event
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The Teddy Bear Artist Event 2010
June 6, 2010 all day – The Civic Hall
A celebration of bear artistry!
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THE GOLD COAST INTERNATIONAL TEDDY, DOLL & CRAFT FAIR 2010
June 12, 2010 all day – Broadbeach, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
THE GOLD COAST INTERNATIONAL TEDDY, DOLL & CRAFT FAIR 2010 will be held in the very prestigious “GOLD COAST EXHIBITION & ONVENTION CENTRE” on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th June 2010. (In Qu...
Organized by Kympatti Bears - sales@kympattibears.com | Type: bear, and, doll, show
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Maine Teddy Bear Show
July 10, 2010 from 9:30am to 3pm – The Coastal House
The 5th Annual Maine Teddy Bear Show will feature a Christmas In July theme with special sales and themed pieces by 40 international artists! This show is a summer time favorite, held on the coast ...
Organized by Daphne Blau - Back Road Events | Type: teddy, bear, show
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Teddy Bears on Vacation - Fall Show And Sale
September 12, 2010 from 10am to 3:30pm – Dulles Expo and Conference Center
This is a brand new show taking place in Chantilly, Virginia, just outside the Washington, DC area.
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Chicagoland Teddy Bear Show
October 22, 2010 at 10am to October 24, 2010 at 3pm – Embassy Suites, Schaumburg
More than just a show of 50+ int'l artists! Friday will offer workshops by master artists and industry pioneers Bobbie Ripperger and Fred Slayter. Friday evening will treat artists and collectors t...
Organized by Daphne Blau - Back Road Events | Type: teddy, bear, show
Blog Posts
Completed Elephants
Posted by Paula Carter on November 16, 2009 at 9:30am
British Bear Artists Awards 2009
Posted by Eunice Marshall on November 10, 2009 at 9:14pm — 3 Comments
Candi
Posted by Joanne Noel on October 18, 2009 at 8:55pm
Here's my latest boy cub !
Posted by Sophie Bouret on October 13, 2009 at 6:39pm — 2 Comments
Teddy Bear Times issue 184 - China is on the cover!
Posted by Helen Gleeson on October 12, 2009 at 1:21pm — 2 Comments
I like most bear artists lead a busy life, with not much time for playing on the pc. I don’t have mu…
Posted by Kerren Morris on September 21, 2009 at 9:22am — 6 Comments
Justin
Posted by Joanne Noel on September 7, 2009 at 3:11am
SpOoKtAcULaR Miniature Bear Sculptures Update tonight!
Posted by Peng Peng on September 6, 2009 at 7:03pm — 2 Comments
Vintage long pile velvet
Posted by Joanne Noel on September 6, 2009 at 7:00pm — 2 Comments
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