I cannot say what the flow arts/object manipulation scene was like before Ninja Pyrate arrived four short years ago. We were making props before we even thought about going to fire arts retreats. I can say that when we started vending at these events, we were floored by the camaraderie that existed between the vendors. Skiffle especially, having coordinated fine …
In order to appreciate the classic fans prop, we can take a look at both where fans have come from and the limitless possibilities of what is yet to come. We asked fan designers Jay and Becca Becker of Forged Creations for their perspectives of how this unique prop has continued to change over the years and some advice for …
Forged Creations, a company known for creating some of the finest USA tech fans on the market, this couple has a real knack for crafting fire tools! Located in Temple,GA, Jay Becker the owner of the company is a skilled metal worker who redirected his passion towards props along with instructing, art pieces and more. Which just had us begging …
[fbvideo link=”https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1086394711404901&hc_location=ufi” width=”500″ height=”400″ onlyvideo=”1″] We are the Ninja Pyrates. We’ve been in operation for 4 years now, 3 years in Brooklyn, NY, and this past year in Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission is to make high quality and innovative flow arts equipment available at accessible prices, both online and at festivals nationwide. In doing so, we spread the love of …
First and foremost, if you didn’t at least chuckle at the pun in the title, get out. (It’s pronounced “bo staff”), and traditionally, the staff is called a bo staff. So let’s talk about materials. Contact staves come in a myriad of different shapes and styles, and every prop-smith will have their own personal flair, but ultimately each staff boils …
Prop storage – an ongoing battle of hooks, nails, drills, hammers, closets, and corners. Here’s a way to store your props with a relatively small footprint, while displaying them like the works of art they are! Materials Get ready for another hardware store trip, and start learning the employees’ names (not important for your build but it’ll make them smile, …