October 27th, 2009

New Dolls Unveiled

Ancestor - This angel features a picture of my grandma Amelia Chambliss. She lived to be 93. God bless her!

Ancestor - This angel features a picture of my grandma Amelia Chambliss. She lived to be 93. God bless her!

Memphis - One of my favorite creations! For some reason he really speaks to me. Kinda' makes me think of John Henry.

Memphis - One of my favorite creations! For some reason he really speaks to me. Kinda' makes me think of John Henry.

Francis - This is my cousin Francis. She came from Alabama one summer to take care of me and my brother when I was about eight years old. The one and only time I ever ran away from home, she was babysitting. Need I say more?

Francis - This is my cousin Francis. She came from Alabama one summer to take care of me and my brother when I was about eight years old. The one and only time I ever ran away from home, she was babysitting. Need I say more?

Mirna - I love Halloween so I can up with this witch. When I asked my younger daughter what I should name her she replied, Mommy, everybody knows that witches are named Mirna. I guess I didn't get that memo...

Mirna - I love Halloween so I can up with this witch. When I asked my younger daughter what I should name her she replied, Mommy, everybody knows that witches are named Mirna. I guess I didn't get that memo...

Maddy - This is, Maddy with Blue eyes, Baby Maddy and Matty Mad. I had a little cousin named Madeline. She cried alot.

Maddy - This is, Maddy with Blue eyes, Baby Maddy and Matty Mad. I had a little cousin named Madeline. She cried alot.

Santa Baby - Don't you wish Santa looked like this? He's what Eartha Kitt was talking about!

Santa Baby - Don't you wish Santa looked like this? He's what Eartha Kitt was talking about!

Tooth Fairy Pillow - Some believe that the Tooth Fairy takes children's teeth and throws them into the sky to make stars. I believe. Do you?

Tooth Fairy Pillow - Some believe that the Tooth Fairy takes children's teeth and throws them into the sky to make stars. I believe. Do you?

Ellis Angel - I had the honor of being asked to design a doll in honor of a client's grandmother. The women came to America thru Ellis Island. The skirt fabric is from one of the women's dresses that the family still had and that is picture of her in the cameo around her neck.

Ellis Angel - I had the honor of being asked to design a doll in honor of a client's grandmother. The women came to America thru Ellis Island. The skirt fabric is from one of the women's dresses that the family still had and that is picture of her in the cameo around her neck.

Posted in: Press

January 26th, 2009

Shari’s Uncle Sam Chosen for Place Of Honor During Black Heritage Month

American folk artist Shari Enge has been recognized for her creative originality by having an image of her Uncle Sam figure included in the prestigious 2009 Calendar and Cultural Guide presented by Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa and the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs celebrating African American Heritage Month. February is the month that the City of Los Angeles joins the rest of the country in honoring our rich black heritage, specifically highlighting the work of artists who keep African American traditions alive and vibrant in our communities.

“Our City is home to people originating form all around the world. Each culture contributes to the rich diversity that makes Los Angeles an international capital. I extend my best wishes for a memorable celebration.”
Antonio R. Villaraigosa
Mayor, City of Los Angeles

The month long observance offers countless arts and cultural events, and the colorful 100 plus page calendar features the numerous festivals, musical events, exhibits, theatrical performances, films, poetry readings, and cultural activities being held in neighborhoods throughout the City.

Posted in: Events

January 23rd, 2009

Uncle Sam or Brother Jonathan, who is he?

Although an image that most Americans instantly recognize, very few among us would be able to tell you how this national icon originated.

The male version of “Columbia”, another personification of the American nation as a whole, “Uncle Sam” was in fact an actual person, a Union provision supplier during the American Civil War.

Posted in: History

January 21st, 2009

The One Declaration

ONE is a grassroots campaign and advocacy organization backed by more than 2 million people from around the world and every walk of life who are committed to the fight against extreme poverty and preventable disease throughout the world. The One Declaration states that it’s time for a historic pact with other countries for compassion and justice to help the poorest people of the world overcome AIDS and extreme poverty.

Posted in: Service

January 16th, 2009

Black History, Alive in Washington

Among it’s many official roles, Washington, DC functions as the depository of America’s collective memories. With Black Heritage Month upon us, it is fitting to take a look at the city and it’s pantheon of African American artists, thinkers and activists. Read the article in today’s NY Times.

Posted in: History