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Moxie Marionettes
MOXIE MARIONETTES
By Celebrated Puppet Master David Ballard and Noted Costumer Joann Stermer
Individually hand-crafted, signed and numbered by the artist
These are truly professional marionettes, not a toy or souvenir. The bodies are all wooden construction; no cloth or string or eyelet joints are used as in many simpler puppets. The joints are locking joints; just like your ankles, knees, hip, waist, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck and back. They can only move the same way the human body moves. Unlike many, they are  properly weighted in the feet, legs, hands, arms and seat which is essential for the puppets proper movement.  The faces, are individually hand sculpted and hand painted using a durable composite material  and waterproof acrylic paints. A unique innovation allows you to quickly adjust the wrist and fingers of the puppet creating a variety of  different gestures. Because of the care taken in their construction, these puppets are far easier to learn to operate. To assist in this, an instuctional video CD is included with each one. If you simply want a display puppet to hang in your home, you can find attractive ones for a lower price. For a professional marionette that comes to life in your hands, our puppets offer a great value, both for collectors and budding or experienced entertainers.
Tramp Clown
Uncle Sam
Wizard
White Faced Clown
Witch
Fairy Queen
Angel
Leprechaun
Prices
It is said it is difficult to price art. There are many hours of work into each of these marionettes and many years of study and experience to be able to create them. Arbitrarily, and because it is a lucky number, all of the marionette characters that you see here are $1111.00-on sale now for $777.00 (another lucky #!)  Custom designs for $1500.00-on sale, call for quote.  All wooden for $500.00-on sale for $400.00.  We will consider multiple purchase discounts.
Excepting their hats, these marionettes average approximately 22" tall.
Rasta M an
Santa Claus
Father Christmas
Body Puppets
These puppets tower up to 10 feet tall, depending on the height of the puppeteer inside. They are designed to mirror the movements of the puppeteer. Move your head, your arms, walk, run, jump, bend over, sit down and so will your puppet. They are even designed so that they can pick up and handle props! Built on a state of the art back-pack frame they are light weight and easy to wear. Great for parades and festivals! Custom characters available. Priced at $3000.00
David Ballard has been a professional puppeteer for over 30 years. He has worked for such notables as Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, the Smithsonian Institution, the National Park Service and Walt Disney Productions. In addition to being a puppet builder, David is also a performer. Click here to find out more about David and his shows.

Joann Stermer began sewing as a child helping her Grandmother making doll clothes. Her professional career began as a young adult in the costume department at the Guthrie Theatre in Minnesota. Joann now designs  for many professional entertainers and retail clothiers
Punch & Judy Body Puppets
David also is an entertainer providing stage shows,  school programs and workshops. Click on the links below.
Fool of Moxie  Comedy / Variety Entertainment
Living History Characters
To order, or for more information, please contact: David Ballard / 12610 West SR 235 / Alachua, FL 32615
Tel: 386-462-5797   Cell: 904 -233-7093    E-mail: MoxieProductions@aol.com

 

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