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Featured original sculpt artwork by Nikki JohnstonSCULPT ARTWORK · NOT AN ARTIST PORTRAIT
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Nikki Johnston.

From a painted newborn to a world of original sculpts.

Nikki Johnston, the artist behind Nikki’s Seaside Babies, has spent more than fifteen years exploring the extraordinary realism of reborn dolls. Her journey began with reborning in 2009, before she began shaping her own original babies in polymer clay in 2015. Princess Charlotte was her first production kit, followed closely by Robin Asleep — the beginning of a distinctive collection of original vinyl sculpts.

Based in the north west of England, Nikki brings the eye of a skilled reborn artist to the sculptor’s bench. Her work is shaped by expressive newborn faces, natural poses and fine, considered details, with some designs developing over years rather than months. Kiara evolved from an early 2015 sculpt before being completed in 2018; more recently, projects such as Pickle and Mabel have demonstrated the patience, trial and careful refinement behind each finished design.

Nikki’s creative practice extends beyond sculpting. She has taught sculpture workshops — including classes in Spain — as well as sharing painting and rooting techniques through her online tutorials. Her original kits are represented by specialist dealers across several countries, and her published reflections highlight the international friendships, craftsmanship and artistic interpretations that make the reborn community so special.

ORIGINAL SCULPTOR · NORTH WEST ENGLANDFIRST KIT · PRINCESS CHARLOTTE, 201515 DOCUMENTED ORIGINAL KITS
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THE SCULPT COLLECTION

Original sculpt collection.

Every original sculpt in one searchable collection, with current pre-orders and available kits prioritised when their status is verified.

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