Hi, I’m Kendra, welcome to my Creative Space!
I’ve wandered through a lot of creative avenues over the years, but most people know me for my resin doll eyes and the custom molds I make for them.
My work with dolls began in the early 2000s, when I was sculpting polymer clay art dolls. From there, I tried my hand at all kinds of things—cold-process soaps, candles, and plenty of other crafty detours. Even with all those experiments, I always seem to circle back to dolls and miniatures. That’s the space where my imagination feels most at home.
My style tends to lean into the unusual and the whimsical, shaped by the strange little memories and daydreams that stuck with me from childhood. There’s a hint of Burton-esque oddity, a nod to Brian and Wendy Froud’s worlds, and a bit of playful sweetness woven through it all.
Pioneering the Art Doll Eye World 👁️✨
One of the things I’m most grateful for in my work is having the chance to develop the first tiny eye-base silicone molds made specifically for OOAK art-doll sculptors. Seeing these molds and my resin eyes become useful tools for artists around the world has been incredibly meaningful to me.
In the early 2000s, miniature doll eyes were surprisingly difficult to source. Many artists relied on beads or sculpted each eye by hand, and the printed irises available back then left a lot to be desired.
When 3D printing became more accessible around 2014, it opened a new door. With my background in CAD and SolidWorks, I started exploring how to create more reliable, artist-friendly eye forms. In 2016, I had the chance to collaborate with Todd Debreceni, a respected Hollywood special-effects artist. His guidance helped me turn those early concepts into usable master forms for silicone molds.
A lot of my inspiration came from BJD eye makers, and adapting those ideas for small-scale artists has been a steady source of joy in my work for more than twenty years.
Always Evolving—Now Embracing AI & Digital Art 🎨
Jump to 2025: AI tools are everywhere, 3D printing is easier than ever to access, and there’s a whole wave of new mold makers bringing fresh ideas into the community. It’s been energizing to keep growing right alongside all of this. I’ve been sharpening my skills in Adobe, Procreate, and ZBrush to keep stretching what I’m able to make.
Blythe and doll customizing have become a huge part of my creative life lately. Learning the ins and outs of carving, painting, and bringing those expressions to life has been its own rewarding adventure. Blending that work with my experience in resin eyes has made the process of developing eye chips feel both fresh and familiar.
I’ve always believed that eyes anchor the entire mood of a piece. They shape personality, realism, and the overall tone in a way few other elements can. That’s why I put so much care into building my irises with detailed 3D textures and sculpting, paired with the high-resolution digital designs I create.
What’s Next?
Even though I’ve stepped back from selling resin eye-making supplies, I’m still happily sharing what I’ve learned over the years. On my site, you’ll find a collection of reliable supplier recommendations based on two decades of trial, error, and discovery.
There’s also a growing library of articles, links, and tutorials in the main menu for anyone who wants to explore new techniques or deepen their skills. If you’re curious, inspired, or just wandering through, you’re more than welcome to dig in.
I’d love to stay connected. You can find me on Instagram, and you’re invited to join me on YouTube for tips, behind-the-scenes moments, and creative experiments.
Thanks so much for visiting.
Kendra Gilbert 👁️