From McDonald’s to Vodafone, we’ve powered the world’s most recognizable brand ambassadors.
In a world of digital noise, the human eye craves the impossible
Vodafone of Italy contacted Animal Makers to design and produce a penguin costume that could perform live as a singer for a rock and roll band. The result beat their past viewership numbers by 10 fold!
Built for performance. Engineered for the frame.
This video shows a rehearsal by stunt actors wearing Animal Makers costumes. As the characters move, notice that there are no “odd wrinkles” evident. This is the result of including a “fat suit” that is properly fit for the size performers requested by client.
HOLLYWOOD’S FAVORITE ANIMAL COSTUMES
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XS Hollywood Bear Costume
This costume was originally built to be the littlest of the three bears. It has appeared in commercials to Hummer, cereal brands and McDonalds. The feet are actually shoes. Best if worn by short actor. Requires a dresser and actor.
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XL Bear Costume
This is the tallest of the Animal Makers’ bears. the actor should be around 6’ tall. It has appeared in commercials for Hummer, Pepsi, McDonalds, and more. Stands out in a crowded room because it stands around 7’ tall.
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Penguin Costume with Animated Face
This costume is best played by a small person. the face is powered by servos with a battery and delivers some nice beak action!
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Alligator special FX Costume
This is an unusual offering, an alligator costume! It is actually worn on the (smaller) performer’s back (like a backpack). They dress in all black. This gag looks pretty cool when it goes down. Originally created for Disney’s “Walk the Prank”.
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Figure Finishing + Costuming
Dress up your penguins with hats, scarves, and logo gear! Retailers in the mall will love the cross-promotion! Bright feathering along brow lines help define an attitude.
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Adult Bird Costume
These two costumesare ready to entertain your guests. Two heads each. One head is a “stunt” head, the other is actually animatronic.
The parts of Papa and Mama Bear costumes include:
Animatronic Head with support rods and power plug for battery, soft holder, charger, extra battery
Backpack to support the animatronic head
Inner, muscle suit (main body) with comfortable, step in liner
Inner muscle suit (neck area) that shapes the area behind and lower than the head as it meets the body)
Right and Left paws with snaps
Outer body suit with fur
Radio controller for animating the animatronic head
Bear Costume Info
Behind the scenes on working with our special fx costumes.
Milo discusses what it’s like to perform in a bear costume.
