#MiniatureMonday
The Little Book of Hand Shadows
“Discover the timeless magic of hand shadows through this charming volume” - Dust Jacket
This little pocket-sized book, created and drawn by Phila H. Webb with verses by Jane Corby, is reprinted and adapted from the original “Shadowgraphs Anyone Can Make” from 1927. With the help of a bright light, a blank wall (or sheet as the book suggests), and two hands, various characters and creatures can be projected, solidifying the simple entertainment and joy of shadow puppetry.
According to Phila, some of the poses may take more practice to perfect, but there is “nothing hard about any of them”. To test this, I had a self-proclaimed shadow puppet enthusiast try out some of the poses, following the instructions from the text. How do you think they did?
-Kaylee S., Olson Graduate Assistant
-Sarah D.., Illustrious Hand Model