eBook Lana Testa's Tall Tales: A Heartfelt Tribute to a Primitive Artisan (Out Now)

This is the eBook (digital) copy. You will receive an emailed download link upon purchase. We are honored to have been asked by the Testa family to present this commemorative issue celebrating the life and legacy of beloved primitive artist Lana Testa. Lana was a cherished member of the original A Primitive Place forum—long before the magazine was first published—and her creativity, humor, and kindness left a lasting impression on all who crossed paths with her. As a gifted doll maker and storyteller, Lana created hundreds of one-of-a-kind characters using antique fabrics, salvaged materials, and inspiration drawn from her family, the people she met, and her vivid imagination. She also crafted exclusive dolls for A Primitive Place, each tenderly holding a miniature version of the magazine—a charming nod to her connection with the community. In this special tribute, we also share the story of how Lana first began her journey into doll making—an artistic path that became a reflection of