First Links of November

Toys made in China, an introduction to the theatrical props department, sculpting a tiny horse, old British food, tabletop gaming modeling, and five ridiculous gun myths.

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The Prop Building Guidebook: 25% Done!

Cutting out a shape on a bandsaw

I have submitted the first quarter of my manuscript of “The Prop Building Guidebook: for Theatre, Film and Television” to my publisher. The book will appear in stores February, 2013.

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A case against Metric

Tape measure

An appeal for using inches and feet when appropriate.

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Friday Fun Times

Jabba the Hut, Pre-War Paris apartment discovered, How to be a Retronaut, the growth of the DIY movement, and the oldest working IATSE member on Broadway.

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Videos: Seán McArdle and Faye Armon

One video of Seán McArdle demonstrating a blood rig, and another of Faye Armon touring the set of 4000 Miles.

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    Eric Hart

    I am Eric Hart, former assistant props master at the Public Theater in New York City, and a longtime prop maker.

    This site is a way to share my work and the things I've learned over the years. It's also a way to connect with other prop makers, props masters, and artisans, as well as a collection of all things of interest to props people from around the internet.

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