Yuki Takahashi and her doll addiction

Currently I'm working on a 1/6 size fashion doll design. I'm working on the full design, sculpting, and prototyping. This doll will be released in fall, 2010 in Tokyo. I'm going to have the pre-release art show in Vancouver next June before Tokyo. The picture (attachment) is my style guide. It's the feel of what my doll is going to look like (which I still can't show)!

I'm also designing/sewing outfit for the doll. Based on the feel of its world, I'm also designing few original fabric that I'm going to use for the outfit. I will display some of it at the CC.

Nik Palmer as PalmerAndSons

Currently I am spending most of my time in the studio working on leather bags and suitcases. This is something new for me based on my last two years working with wood, leather and metals. The designs are practical, very hard wearing, and based on renewable materials. I incorporate a small amount of woodworking into the handles and other areas but i hope to increase this as i add to the designs. I really love the Octopus Art studios as it's so peaceful and relaxed. My online brochure for my designs is at www.palmerandsons.ca if you want to check them out.