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The idea behind Puppeteer is to create accessible wearable technology for motion-capture. Using off the shelf materials, aiming to create as much of the technology from scratch, collecting and sharing knowledge and DIY instructions. The name Puppeteer comes from the concept of being able to puppeteer or control. In this case, the motion of the performer’s body controls whatever data is relevant to the performance. In the first Puppeteer suit we had twelve such sensors places around the body. Although the sensors are stable, they do such a lot of power, even when they are not being bent, since there is enough initial pressure on the sensor so that there is a constant flow of electricity that increases even more when bent. First and foremost, it is important to consider the materials you’ll need. I found that using lightweight fabrics, such as cotton and muslin, worked best for the body of the costume. Additionally, I used poly-fil stuffing to create a realistic and plump appearance. While it all seems perfectly feasible in Stokes Croft, I wonder if, in the wider world, the occupation suffers slightly in popular perception. In the early days of puppet theatre, hand puppets were easy to transport and set up for performances. The well-known Punch and Judy show often featured hand puppets with papier mache heads that were painted with classic details. Marionette

Skelton is quite possibly one of the most famous TV voices you’ve probably never heard of, having worked as the voice of George and Zippy from Rainbow and Dr Who’s Daleks for more than 50 years. In addition to writing scripts for spin-off programmes, Skelton was a talented voice artist who began his career acting in repertory theatres before being discovered. Traditionally shadow puppets were made of leather, but cheaper materials like paper and wood are just as effective. The shadow puppets are controlled by long rods and moved behind a white translucent screen made of fabric or paper. In front of an audience, every aspect of a puppet’s movement is seen. It is the puppeteer’s responsibility to react and adapt their performance according to audience reaction. Such productions can make high demands on their controllers having to perform in cramped positions, strained spaces, below stage or even on stage as a ventriloquist. The sensors were sewn into place underneath the tight stretchy fabric of the suit. Depending on what worked best for each joint the sensor was placed either on the inside or the outside of the joint’s bending angle. The wires from the sensors protrude thought the suit and are covered in bright orange fabric to hide the delicate feeling that exposed wires give, they also to emphasize the connections to the joints and are a kind of visual metaphor for the “strings” of a puppet. First meeting Jim Henson in 1962 at a puppeteering festival, Spinney initially missed his chance to work with Henson on the Muppet Show. However, a second meeting at the American festival of Puppeteers in 1969, saw them begin talks leading Spinney to join the Sesame Street cast. Playing Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch Spinney brought to life characters that remained integral characters of the hit children’s show. His work continues to be studied by international puppeteers worldwide.In Europe, as other puppet performances became popular in the 18th Century, so did shadow puppets. The materials and set requirements made it an easy to access form of theatre. Work-life balance: "It can take over when I'm doing a show, but it doesn't feel like work most of the time because it's so much fun."

Candy Girl • Chiaki Nanami • Cunning Smile Disease • Dormant Koi • Fine-Tuning • Futaba Sakura • Just Around the Corner • Misa Amane • ORACLE • Paper Heart • Puppeteer • Re-swim • The Returned The design of the first Puppeteer costume was intentionally connected through a physical wiring, which the performer herself could disconnect, by unplugging herself. These were early stages and at first we used two Arduino USB boards to read the data from all 12 sensors, since the Arduino comes with 6 analog inputs. An improved version of this scaled down to one Arduino, using four of its six analog inputs directly and one of them in combination with an eight channel multiplexer. Our (so far) preferred method of creating these conductive traces, which cover distances up to a max of 1.5 - 2 meters (when reaching all the way to the toes), is to work with thing strips of stretch conductive fabric. This method allows us to create stretchy fabric, comfortable, washable conductive connections that have a resistance of about 100Ohm/meter. Other options would be to use conductive thread, but since we work with stretchy materials and the stretchy stitch uses up a lot more thread that I directly sewn connection, we would reach much higher resistance using thread. Also, to be able to sew with a sewing machine, the full layout of the conductive traces on the suit would have to be clear before the suit is assembled and this has never been the case, since there are so many unknowns before the dancer first puts on the finished suit, and we find it much easier to be able to make alterations when the suit is worn and we can see exactly how it fits and where best to place the sensors. Quality Adhesives – You’ll need a good adhesive to keep your fabric cutouts in place. Fabric glue, hot glue, or double-sided tape are all great options. Choose a non-toxic option if you’re working with kids. The creation of a character puppet for performance and entertainment needs to consider a wide range of requirements.A: You will need fabric, thread, scissors, pins, a sewing machine (optional), elastic, and any additional materials for decorations such as buttons, ribbon, or sequins.

When creating a marionette costume, it’s crucial to consider the weight and movement of the materials. You don’t want the costume to be too heavy, as this will make it difficult to move around and manipulate. The costume should, therefore, be made from lightweight materials like cotton fabric or nylon. The impressive presence of a life-size or giant puppet makes them great for catching the attention of large crowds or in theatrical performances. Next, it’s all about the details. One of the biggest challenges I faced was creating the strings that would give my marionette costume that authentic look. I found that using clear fishing line worked best, as it was invisible to the audience and didn’t detract from the costume’s appearance.High-Quality Fabric – The right material is key for achieving the lifelike look of a marionette. Choose a lightweight fabric that moves with your puppet and won’t weigh it down. Synthetic satins, silks, and cotton blends are all great options.