How This Guy Makes Hand Puppets That Move Like Real Creatures | WIRED

Puppeteer Barnaby Dixon takes inanimate objects and turns them into uncannily real characters. Barnaby's creations have brought joy to millions over the last decade. His unique take on puppetry is truly astounding, as he's mastered the ability to make his depictions of animals move like the real things.

Check out Barnaby's YouTube channel:

Director: Charlie Jordan
Director of Photography: Tim Attenburrow
Editor: Shandor Garrison
Talent: Barnaby Dixon

Producers: Anna O'Donohue, Wendi Jonassen
Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi
Associate Producers: Melissa Cho, Brandon White
Production Manager: Eric Martinez
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila

Audio: Tim Stephens
Cam Op/Gaffer: Alice Berkeley
Production Assistant: Lesley Dean

Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch
Post Production Coordinator: Ian Bryant
Supervising Editor: Doug Larsen
Assistant Editor: Justin Symonds
Junior Editor: Paul Tael


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[barnabydixon]

Thanks so much for the feature! It was a pleasure having you guys round :)

[lewisguapo]

He literally designed his own lane and he's a master at it... ❤️

[lolkayleen]

I love how they’re all in the same unique style, almost as if they were animals of the same planet or movie

[theneoncactus]

This man should have his own movie studio.

[kasziber]

This guy is the real deal when it comes to the term of "Multitalent". He has such a good feeling for Pacing and Narration in his videos. Can sing, play instruments, create music. Scriptwriting. Yeah and of course he is an insane Puppetmaster on top.

[BMarie]

Been a fan of his for years. So wild seeing how much exposure he’s getting. He gets to do the coolest things! His talent is just incredible.

[theharlequin]

What is the cherry on top for me is that only is his puppetry top tier, but the designs for his figures are really beautiful, evocative and sometimes dream-like in quality.

This is what happens if someone with a passion and the skill to master it has the freedom to pursue it.

[jopo]

Imagine having the freedom of doing what you love for a living, no strings attached.

[Yesirr]

Man why did I just found out about this guy, his inventions are all amazing I've checked the content he makes and honestly I never see a puppet move so vividly almost fluid like. Definitely will subscribe to him thanks wired for letting me discovered great people

[RandomBogey]

Man, I feel like I've been following barnabydixon forever now and it's cool to see this pop up. I was initially just fascinated with the mechanics and the "James and the giant peach" style of the Dabchick puppet. But, the fluidity in the movement and the character of dabchick really brings the thing to life in a way that kind of blew me away. And he's consistently stepped the puppets up since. Just one of those rare genuinely-wholesome, super-unique, and fascinating channels on YouTube.

[johnnydoe]

His finger dexterity is phenomenal, I would be rather curious to know if he plays piano or guitar.

[albertramirez]

I love his stuff and honestly he could carry an entire cinematic universe and and series if he were given proper funding. The man is a rare talent and he deserves to be shared with the world.

[Turdfergusen]

This man is incredibly creative and talented.

[petertheferret]

He needs his own film studio. I would watch all of it!

[JAXisARK]

I've been watching this guy's clips for years now. Puppeteering is an art that deserves much more attention and respect.

[TrainCon]

Yo, I love this guy! Always good to see Barnaby get some recognition.

[rebecculousrk]

appealing! Not only are the puppets remarkable in their expressively, the puppeteer himself is very charming and endearing.

[esparda]

I remember watching Barnaby when he only had 2 puppets. It's awesome to see him this successful!

[NostalgiCrazy]

So creative! It's pretty fluid and you do almost forget he's not there when you see their motions. He's cute too though, so don't forget him completely 😆

[ElCharroNegro]

He does the design of his characters, the mechanisms that move them which are very ingenious, he does the movements of the characters and the editing of the performances of his puppets...literally, he is a complete animation studio by himself.