Prop Builder's Molding and Casting Handbook by Thurston James (1989, Trade Paperback)

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The Prop Builder's Molding & Casting Handbook. The author demonstrates the techniques involved in using more than thirty different materials ranging from papier-mache to breakaway glass.

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PublisherF&W Media, Incorporated
ISBN-101558701281
ISBN-139781558701281
eBay Product ID (ePID)263296

Product Key Features

Book TitleProp Builder's Molding and Casting Handbook
Number of Pages238 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicTheater / Stagecraft & Scenography
Publication Year1989
IllustratorYes
GenrePerforming Arts
AuthorThurston James
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight20.8 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in

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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN89-036138
Dewey Edition20
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal792/.025
SynopsisJames provides concise, step-by-step instructions for all of the molding and casting procedures useful to every theater props builder., The Prop Builder's Molding & Casting Handbook This is the first book to contain, in one comprehensive volume, every molding and casting procedure of use to the theater props builder (no matter what his or her level or proficiency). The author demonstrates the techniques involved in using more than thirty different materials ranging from papier-mache to breakaway glass. While the use of some materials-plaster and polyester resins, for example-is covered to some extent in other publications, information on the selection and use of rubber materials (latex, neoprene, silicone, and the urethanes) and the procedure for making breakaway windows and bottles is available only in The Prop Builder's Molding & Casting Handbook . Written in an easy, conversational style, the book will be useful to anyone involved with theater properties, puppetry, and costuming (as professionals or amateurs). It will also serve admirably the needs of students taking classes in those subjects. Completing the book is a special section on designing and building a vacuum forming machine suitable for use in constructing theater props. More than 450 photographs illustrate the step-by-step procedures explained throughout the entire text., Demonstrates how to work with molds, castings, and vacuum forming equipment, stresses safety precautions, and discusses materials from paper-mache to breakaway glass.
LC Classification NumberTT295.J36

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  • Great for any kind of mold making

    It's a good step by step guide for beginners to mold making

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  • Dated and outdated

    The book is an old college text book from the 70s. It is very dated and uses old technology. Don't recommend.

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