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photo by Max Kelly
photo by Max Kelly

My name is Debra Torger, and I am a painter, illustrator and puppet/dollmaker living is Sarasota, Florida.  I use oil paints, water medium, print making techniques, collage, fabrics and found objects in my work. My years living in places like Virginia, California, Hawaii and Florida have been a constant source of inspiration, each with it’s own unique landscape and beautiful nature.

 Art has the power to heal.  Through movement and expression we can transform darkness into light.  I hope to help others find their own creative voice, one’s authentic self.  My work addresses the human condition, and this is why I enjoy making dolls and puppets.  Illustrating is my other passion.

In 2012 I established a permanent art program and in-house gallery for the Haven.  My paintings have been displayed at the Art Center Sarasota, the Art Center Manatee, Selby Gallery, the Player Center for Performing Arts, and other venues and shows in Sarasota.   I am available to facilitate painting and dollmaking workshops in my studio or on location.   If you are an organization working with rescued or injured children, I will gladly donate dolls to your program. Please contact me via email at debratorger@gmail.com.  Thank you for visiting my page!

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  1. I have spent part of this afternoon looking over your work. While I almost always like something in every artists collection , it is seldom that I like the majority of a collection , as I do yours. I f I ever make it to Sarasota ( Houston here ) I would love to see one of your showings. 🙂

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