ONE PUPPET AT A TIME

Part of developing The Smolderkin is discovering what these characters will look and feel like before we eventually bring them to the screen.

These prototype puppets of Viper and Laughlin are an important part of that process. After sculpting and fabrication, their heads were brought to life through the airbrush work of Jordan Bourgeault, adding layers of colour, texture and character to each face.

Like much of The Smolderkin, these puppets will continue to evolve as the film develops. For now, they offer an early glimpse at two characters beginning to emerge from this world.

The journey continues…