Cindy McClure started learning to make porcelain dolls in 1980. She is known through-out the World for creating some of the most beautiful faces ever sculpted. Cindy McClure is one of a few artists in the world to continuously win the prestigious International "Doll of the Year" Award (DOTY), the International Dolls "Award of Excellence" , and the Ashton Drakes "Dolls Of Distinction". In all, McClure has been recognized with more than 40 important awards for her creations.