Vintage Book Covers: Ventriloquism
This post is actually inspired by this particular book: I loved that cover…then realized I’m such a collector-nerd that I had a whole bunch on vintage ventriloquism book covers…who knew? Simple....
View Article12/13
Medical hiatus no-typing mix…I read and appreciate all comments…Apologies for not being able to respond at the moment. Filed under: christmas, craft, dolls, plush, puppets, thrift horror, vintage...
View ArticleEllen Rixford
Ellen Rixford creates mixed media puppets, sculptures and automata that are fun, beautiful, imaginative and full of character. One of my favorites in her portfolio: I haven’t seen many artists do cloth...
View ArticleBrain Marionette
This incredible brain marionette seems to be attributed to Brock Davis (although I didn’t see it on his official website at first glance). Oh, what I would give to have this in the library at my...
View ArticleCirque Obscure
The creator of Cirque Obscure recently shared his puppetry work with me, and these creatures are right at home here on SWS. One look at this, and I was sold: All of these puppets have a distinct...
View ArticlePeter and the Wolf Stop Motion Short Film
Over the weekend, I saw a stunning combination of good old fashioned stop motion animation and skillful CGI. This animated retelling of Sergei Prokofiev’s classic musical piece Peter and the Wolf,...
View ArticleThe WitchDoctor
Thank you Shivers of Delight for pointing me to this stop motion animation Kickstarter by Screen Novelties. I love the concept: Welcome to a magical realm of dense jungles, fiery volcanoes, and...
View ArticleThe Bob Baker Marionette Theater
I hope I’m able to get to Los Angeles and visit the The Bob Baker Marionette Theater before it closes down. This landmark theater, created in 1962 out of a run down old shop, may not be anything...
View ArticleDesktop Goodies 5/10
How do I get my hands on this? This came up in my Amazon suggestions. Best mouse pad I’ve ever seen. I may buy it for my such clicks and many scrolls. And I like its enthusiasm: “Wow.” I tried to find...
View ArticleDesktop Goodies 8/24
I’ve been looking at a lot of historical nautical maps lately. What maps lacked in accuracy 500 years ago, they sure made up for with extravagant design. I’d be pretty thrilled if this guy showed up on...
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