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Theatre and Movie Props – A Western Theme

Thursday, August 4th, 2011

western bar 300x225 Theatre and Movie Props   A Western ThemeWestern Themes are considered to be one of the more popular themes utilized when it comes to Movie Props. The Western genre is one that has not only been around for many decades now, it is a much-admired theme that brings with it that old-style, nostalgic, Americana feel that was so very popular at this special time in history. A Western theme also represents a time when there was no grey areas, as you were either considered to be a law-abiding citizen or an outlaw, which adds an extra element to the Western movie prop theme.

Figuring out which movie props to use that will fit your particular needs is not difficult to do as there is a large variety of Western related props that will surely fit your specific movie prop needs.

Cutouts, Backdrops/Flats, Façades, and Props
Creating a Western theme is not only fun, but easy to do when you have the right props!

Cutouts. Who could resist a few life-sized cutouts of some of the more popular people that have a Western theme attached to them? Choose from the large variety of people that have been associated with a Western theme, such as:

  • John Wayne (on or off a horse)
  • Matt Dillon, Marshall on Gunsmoke and Amanda Blake, Miss Kitty
  • Alan Ladd (Shane)
  • Steve McQueen
  • James Garner (Maverick)

*There is also a selection of animals from which to choose from such as cows, horses, and pigs.

Colorado Spring With Horses 300x199 Theatre and Movie Props   A Western ThemeBackdrops/Flats. Choose from a few different backdrops and/or flats, which will help set the scene.

  • Western Desert or Mountain
  • Wagon at Sunset
  • Horse Stable
  • Saloon Scene
  • Prairie Day and/or Night

*What particular mood are you trying to convey?

Façades. Take your Western theme to another whole level by adding one of these fantastic façades! These life-sized façades are great replicas of the old-style buildings that people expect to see when they think of a main street in any old-time Western town.

  • Saloon
  • Barn
  • Livery
  • Bank
  • Jail
  • Hotel
  • Church
  • Hardware and Dry Goods

*A complete Western-themed town is possible!

Support Props. When you add support props, you are adding all those extra fine details that can really add to the Western theme’s overall appearance.

  • Hay Bales, Tumbleweeds
  • Branding Iron, Lasso Ropes, Leather Chaps
  • Rustic Wagon
  • Barrels, Wagon Wheels, Weathered Crates
  • Rocks, Large Cactus, Cactus Clusters
  • Cigar Store Indian Statue
  • (Triangle) Dinner Bell

*These support props will create the final touches for the perfect Western theme.

Special Movie Props
Brown Leather Sofa With Western Accents 300x225 Theatre and Movie Props   A Western ThemeThese two special props are meant to add that something special to your Western theme, and can be used as an addition to you overall theme or used as a standalone piece.

Stage Coach. Imagine the statement that a Stage Coach can make! The presence of this stage coach automatically represents all things Western, and is thus the perfect addition to any event that requires a Western theme.

Barrel Table w/Cow Hyde and Wood Slat Fence. A beautiful way to display some of the more special Western themed items. Or choose to use this beautifully crafted table to serve some of the more popular Western foods at your event, such as hamburgers, hot dogs, steaks, baked beans, potato salad, biscuits, and corn on the cob.

Lemonade Detroit Shoots Interviews In Our Loft Space

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Update: The trailer was now released, which is included below.

We recently had Lemonade Detroit shoot interviews of Detroiters being successful in Detroit despite the economy. From their own website, the synopsis for the movie is:

“Lemonade: Detroit” is a film about the disarming resilience of a city that can no longer rely on a single industry for its livelihood, and the entrepreneurial strengths of those who are reinventing themselves and their communities.

Instead of sensationalizing blight, “Lemonade, Detroit” will sensationalize hope, told through the intensely personal stories of those who are turning the city into what it will become.

What they’ve done in other markets, they’re now doing in Detroit with a Motown twist. This is a great opportunity to see hope in Detroit and positive news instead of the countless negativity that we encounter every day. There are bright spots in Detroit, there are success stories in spite of the economy, and there is hope. The following trailer for Lemonade Movie shows you what they’ve done before, although they were here in Detroit shooting for a new movie on hope in Detroit, it gives you an idea of the excellent film makers that are putting it together!

You can also view a little more of one of the interviews that is the owner of my favorite crepe place! As Torya Goes, Detroit Goes

The Lemonade Detroit crew was also nice enough to take some great shots of our loft space that they used downstairs for interviews and some shots of a portion of the warehouse they took over upstairs for a different backdrop. We would like to thank Erik Proulx and everyone from Lemonade for using our space to shoot such a great movie with an excellent message.

Prop Supply on the Rise in Michigan

Tuesday, July 6th, 2010

rick roman theme Prop Supply on the Rise in Michigan

Display Group President, Rick Portwood, posing with some Roman themed statues

Display Group was recently recognized for their extensive collection of props for movie and theater in the Detroit Free Press article Prop supply on the rise in Michigan We have worked with multiple movie companies over the years with our 4 flours of props filling up 200,000 square feet of our warehouse.

There’s also an excellent interview video that not only tells you more about Display Group and our theme and prop collection but it also shows you how big and extensive that collection is.

Here’s an excerpt of the article:

Local businesses like Display Group, an events and design company in Detroit, have evolved their trade to appeal to the Michigan’s burgeoning film industry.

“We do a lot of the big, high-profile events and corporate events that are here in Detroit and Michigan,” said Display Group President Rick Portwood. “A lot of those pieces that we use to create these scenes for events can also be used for the movie industry.”

Display Group has four floors of its warehouse dedicated to storing everything and anything — 1950s telephones, mummies and giant slot machines.

“It’s kind of endless,” said Portwood. “You almost have to walk around to see it all.”