In the documentary "Puppetry: Worlds of Imagination," three puppeteers they really focused on were Basil Twist, Ralph Lee, and Michael Curry. Each puppeteer had a distinct trademark that set them aside from one another.
Basil Twist was a very unique puppet master that used the ever so intriguing under-water puppets. He took a really abstract approach to this method, and made his puppets far from naturalistic. Different kinds of fabric, and textures were used to create the unique look Twist was striving for. He studied in France at a school for puppetry, yet gained much of his inspiration from a 20th century Spanish artist.
The next artist featured in the documentary was Ralph Lee. Lee really gained inspiration from mythical creatures, mythology, symbolism, etc. He also used a new approach in his puppet design in which he called body puppets. For example, the documentary showed a woman standing on top of two giant wheels for a realistic yet imaginative illusion.
Michael Curry is a world famous puppeteer. He utilizes many of today's technologies in his work to put on elaborate shows. Curry gains inspiration and ideas through illusion, mythology, and technical assistance. He really enjoys using human movers within his puppets to make them come to life. He is fascinated with gymnasts, dancers, and athletes.
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