ABSTRACT

Experienced prop maker Eric Hart walks readers through techniques used in historical and contemporary prop making and demonstrates how to apply them to a variety of materials. Hundreds of full-color photographs illustrate the tools and techniques used by professional prop makers throughout the entertainment industry.

New features to the second edition include:

  • Updated information on the latest tools and materials used in prop making
  • Both metric and standard measuring units
  • Step-by-step photos on common techniques such as upholstery, mold making, and faux finishing
  • Expanded coverage of thermoplastics, foam, and water-based coatings

chapter One|10 pages

What is a prop?

chapter Two|14 pages

Needs and means

chapter Three|20 pages

Safety

chapter Four|14 pages

Shop spaces

chapter Five|26 pages

Assemblage

chapter Six|22 pages

Measuring and marking

chapter Seven|11 pages

Structure and framework

chapter Eight|28 pages

Carpentry

chapter Nine|33 pages

Metal

chapter Ten|22 pages

Plastics construction

chapter Eleven|13 pages

Flat patterning

chapter Twelve|25 pages

Fabric

chapter Thirteen|20 pages

Sculptural materials

chapter Fourteen|137 pages

Molding and casting

chapter Fifteen|18 pages

Shells and laminates

chapter Sixteen|41 pages

Finishing

chapter Seventeen|13 pages

Graphics

chapter Eighteen|15 pages

Formal training

chapter Nineteen|10 pages

Maintaining a portfolio

chapter |22 pages

Special note