The world and the hands
Before TaleWorld had a name, I made worlds before falling asleep. Later came a Waldorf doll for my son, small surprises for my children, and the places where those characters could live. The work has stayed in the family and now reaches my grandchildren.
Who makes TaleWorld
My name is Yulia Didyk (Rybchenko). I sew the dolls. My father builds their houses, furniture and wooden toys. I build, light and photograph every set myself.
We work in Kyiv, Ukraine.
At one table
Sewing
I sew the people and creatures of TaleWorld, one at a time.
Woodwork
My father builds their houses, furniture and wooden toys.
Set building
I build every scene by hand. Materials and the marks of work remain visible.
Photography
Every set is lit and photographed on one 90 × 50 cm oak table.