Izzy "Zigzag" Hettmansperger (BRDD 2024, Illustration and Computer Science)
 
rainbowhead, 2023
Fabric, polyfill stuffing, perler beads, buttons and found charms
 
This work is about embracing child-like whims and following intuition in the process of making this enormous doll. The character "rainbowhead" is larger than life yet endearing and comforting, creating the impression of a gentle guardian or imaginary friend. 

from While the Sap Flows, Granoff Center for the Creative Arts, January 20-February 25, 2024