Download or read book Making and Manipulating Marionettes written by David Currell and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2004-08-23 with total page 594 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Making and Manipulating Marionettes is a comprehensive guide to the design, construction and control of string puppets, a craft and performance art that has fascinated audiences for over two thousand years. Topics covered include: An introduction to the marionette tradition and the principles and practicalities of marionette design Advice on materials and methods for carving, modelling and casting puppet parts Step-by-step instructions for the construction of human and animal marionettes using traditional techniques and latest materials Detailed explanations for marionette control, stringing and manipulation Secrets for achieving a wide range of special effects and traditional acts, tricks and transformations
Download or read book Marionette Making Made Easy written by Paul Robert and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-02-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marionette-making has always been a popular hobby for people of all ages. It's a great way to spend a rainy day or a nice evening with friends. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, there's always something new to learn. In this article, we'll be discussing the basics of Marionette making, from materials to techniques. We'll also give some tips on how to get started and answer some common questions. So, whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, we hope you'll enjoy learning more about Marionette making! Marionette making is a craft that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a very simple craft that can be done at home with just a few materials. Anyone can make a Marionette, and the instructions are easy to follow. The craft of Marionette making is a centuries-old tradition. Marionettes are depicted in art dating back to the Middle Ages. They are often used in theater, and they are also popular as toys. Marionette making is a great way to combine art and craftsmanship. There are many different types of Marionettes, and each one is unique. Some Marionettes are made out of wood, while others are made out of plastic. Some Marionettes are simple, while others are more complex. The instructions for Marionette making are easy to follow. Anyone can make a Marionette, and the craft is suitable for both children and adults.
Download or read book How to Make Marionette written by Jack Daniels and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-02-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marionette making is a fascinating art form that anyone with a bit of patience and a bit of creativity can enjoy. Anyone can make a marionette as long as they have a few supplies and some basic knowledge about how to sew. The art of puppeteering has been around for centuries, and there are many different styles and techniques that can be used to create a successful marionette. Whether you want to create a traditional puppet show or make a simple character for your amusement, plenty of options are available. If you're interested in learning more about this fascinating art form, there are plenty of resources available to you. You can watch traditional puppet shows or watch tutorials online to get started. If you're more ambitious, you can create your puppet show or characters. Plenty of instructions and tips are available on the internet, so be sure to explore your options before starting your project. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced puppeteer, there's plenty of fun to be had with Marionette making. So why not give it a try? You might be surprised at how much fun you can have creating your very own puppet characters.
Download or read book Making Simple Marionettes written by John Roberts and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2019-01-21 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marionettes are loved by puppeteers and audiences for what they can do on stage, but they can be challenging to design, make and perform. This beautiful book clearly explains the process from making the puppets to putting them on strings and bringing them alive. Detailed step-by-step instructions are given to make three marionettes - a walking bird, a dancer and a wooden man - each using different tools and materials, with progressively trickier techniques. Written by a leading puppeteer, it celebrates the art of the marionette. This book includes a showcase of marionettes from around the world to illustrate the variety, and richness of this ancient art which are superbly illustrated by 247 colour images with step-by-step instructions.
Download or read book Simple Puppets from Everyday Materials written by Barbara MacDonald Buetter and published by Sterling Publishing Company. This book was released on 1996 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turn an empty cereal box into a friendly hippopotamus, a paper plate into a dancing dandelion, a sock into a snake, a glove into an entire family. Each of the more than twenty types of puppet in this colorful cast of characters can be made with materials easily found around the house. Use toilet-paper rolls and paper-towel tubes, empty cardboard juice cans and juice boxes, wooden spoons and thread spools, old socks and fabric scraps, paper bags, Popsicle sticks, egg cartons, drinking straws, construction paper, yarn, magazines, and much more. Make hand puppets, finger puppets, marionettes, jumping puppets, papier-mache puppets and other fun friends. Decorate a puppet stage and put on a show. Easy-to-follow instructions, helpful tips, and imaginative suggestions encourage kids to explore their creativity. Any type of creature can be made: a wiggly caterpillar or ferocious dragon, silly two-faced tube heads, jiggling gymnasts, a wacky carrot critter or banana buddy-the possibilities are endless. The perfect activity for a rainy day, a leisurely weekend, or any time, puppet-making offers hours of laughter and plenty of fun-and it's a great way to recycle, too! Sterling/Tamos 80 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.
Download or read book Moose Mischief written by Danielle Gillespie-Hallinan and published by Typeworm Publishing. This book was released on 2017-10-27 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cooper has the clever idea of making his mom pancakes for her birthday, and his friend the moose offers to help. The moose claims he's the best chef in Alaska, but is he really? Find out if Cooper's mom is happy about the surprise awaiting her in the kitchen!
Download or read book The Art of Marionette Making written by M C Scott and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-04-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MARIONETTE MAKING Marionettes are made from various materials, including wire, cloth, and felt. The puppet's head, body, and limbs are all attached to a single skeletal frame. The puppeteer controls the puppet's movements by manipulating the wires and strings that connect the puppet's body to its head. There are many ways to make a Marionette. You can make a simple puppet using just a few pieces of wire and cloth or create a more complex puppet with multiple strings and joints. Whether you want to make a simple toy for your child or a performer for your puppet show, Marionette making is the perfect way to get started. As the weather cools down and the leaves change color, families get ready for the holiday season. One tradition that many families enjoy is making marionettes. Marionette making is a fun and easy for the whole family to get involved. Marionettes are made from various materials, but wood, PVC pipe, and cloth are the most popular. There are many different types of marionettes, and they can be used for various purposes. Some people use marionettes to teach children about the history of the world or to teach them about the different cultures around the world. If you are interested in making your marionette, there are a few things that you need to know: You must choose the materials you want to use. You will need to assemble the puppet. You will need to create the characters and story lines for the puppet. If you are interested in learning more about marionette making, there are several resources that you can use. If you want to create your characters, you can find instructions on how to do this online. You can find instructions online or ask your local puppet shop for help. Whatever you decide to do this holiday season, enjoy the fun and easy process of making your marionette.
Download or read book Marionettes written by Helen Fling and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than 400 illustrations supplement easy-to-follow directions for making puppet heads and bodies, stringing marionettes on one- and two-hand controls, operating the puppets, and putting on your own show.
Download or read book The Ultimate Sock Puppet Book written by Tiger Kandel and published by Creative Publishing International. This book was released on 2014-09-15 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offers tips, tricks, and techniques for making animal sock puppets, from an elephant and a monkey to a bat and a lion.
Download or read book The Tony Sarg Marionette Book written by Frederick John McIsaac and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book TheDadLab 40 Quick Fun and Easy Activities to do at Home written by Sergei Urban and published by Bonnier Publishing Ltd.. This book was released on 2018-07-12 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 3 million fans, TheDadLab has quickly become an online sensation by creating a solution for parents when they hear the dreaded 'I'm bored' complaint, and now, for the first time, Sergei Urban has transferred his most popular experiments to print in this beautifully illustrated and mind-blowing book! Using everyday ingredients that you can find in your kitchen cupboard, Sergei shows experiments that are not only fun for children, but fun for adults too! With 40 wonderful activities, including 15-never-before-posted, TheDadLab includes additional information not found on his online posts: each activity will feature a detailed explanation simplifying the information that stems from the fields of Science, Technology, engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) for a parent to help explain their curious child and answer the questions 'how' and 'why.'
Download or read book The Artful Parent written by Jean Van't Hul and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2019-06-11 with total page 297 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring out your child’s creativity and imagination with more than 60 artful activities in this completely revised and updated edition Art making is a wonderful way for young children to tap into their imagination, deepen their creativity, and explore new materials, all while strengthening their fine motor skills and developing self-confidence. The Artful Parent has all the tools and information you need to encourage creative activities for ages one to eight. From setting up a studio space in your home to finding the best art materials for children, this book gives you all the information you need to get started. You’ll learn how to: * Pick the best materials for your child’s age and learn to make your very own * Prepare art activities to ease children through transitions, engage the most energetic of kids, entertain small groups, and more * Encourage artful living through everyday activities * Foster a love of creativity in your family
Download or read book The Complete Book of Marionettes written by Mabel and Les Beaton and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2013-06-10 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DIVHow to construct and manipulate puppets, build little theaters, set up and furnish a stage, light scenes, and more. Over 200 illustrations. /div
Download or read book An Introduction to Puppets and Puppet making written by David Currell and published by . This book was released on 1996 with total page 79 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For what must be one of the most creative and satisfying of crafts, Puppets and Puppet-Making provides the perfect introduction to the art as well as the means for mastering the more complicated skills and subtle effects.
Download or read book Sock Puppet Madness written by Marty Allen and published by CICO Books. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's a simple equation: old sock + craft foam x glue = a collection of the most amazing incredible, outrageous, awe-inspiring sock puppets you've ever seen. Sock Puppet Madness includes 35 of the most fun, outlandish, off-the-wall and enchanting characters on the planet, and by following the simple step-by-step instructions, you'll be able to put together your own puppet in no time. Take Bawston the ornery cat puppet, for example. He's a baseball fan with a questionable temper, so watch what you say to him. A more friendly guy is Sebastian Metaphor. He may seem aloof with his hipster appearance but behind those sleepy eyes lies a heart of gold. If you're a sophisticated sort why not have a crack at Penelope Durtlinger, an heiress to a small fortune with an insatiable thirst for power. All the puppets are so simple to create, using just a few readily available materials that cost next to nothing - plus everyone has an old sock they can use, right? So what are you waiting for? Buy this now and make your own collection of sock puppets and join in the fun. And once you've made all the projects, why not create your own characters based on friends and family, too.
Download or read book Puppet Play written by Diana Schoenbrun and published by Andrews McMeel Publishing. This book was released on 2011-04-26 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents step-by-step instructions on crafting twenty puppets, including monsters, animals, and people.
Download or read book Pippa written by Dimity Powell and published by Ford Street Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pippa is a little pigeon with big blue-sky ambitions: to fly solo and explore the world beyond her nest. Her parents are less than thrilled with their risk-taking feathered fledging and smother her with well-meant yet suffocating warnings until one day she ignores them all, and takes the leap into the unknown...alone.
