Austin Phillips: Voice, Motion, Magic

Austin Phillips, a skilled figure maker and expert in ventriloquist dummies, has turned his lifelong passion into a full-time career. His fascination with these mechanical dolls began at the age of five when he received a ventriloquist dummy from Santa. From that moment on, Austin was captivated by the artistry and entertainment value behind these unique creations. As he grew older, he honed his skills in figure making by experimenting with different materials and his dad's power tools. Austin's dedication to his craft led him to seek out renowned figure makers, learning directly from them and gaining invaluable insights into the art form. Today, Austin not only creates one-of-a-kind ventriloquist dummies, but also restores historical treasurers including puppets and figures from coin operated games. His attention to detail and commitment to authenticity make him highly sought out by both collectors and performers around the world. Austin has performed as a ventriloquist since childhood and most recently headlined in a spooky Victorian show filled with tricks and illusions. In addition to his figure collection, his studio in Maine is filled with his stunning collection of vintage Halloween decorations. Mentions : Haunted Overload, Lee, New Hampshire: Musée Mécanique , San Francisco: Vent Haven International Ventriloquist Convention, Fort Mitchell, Kentucky: Vent Haven Museum (world's only ventriloquist museum), Fort Mitchell, Kentucky: Visit Austin's web site at:

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Austin Phillips: Voice, Motion, Magic is an episode from Halloween Art and Travel by Kristen Stafford.

This episode is 54:48 long.

This episode was published on Oct 30, 2023.

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