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Austin Phillips, a skilled figure maker and expert in ventriloquist dummies, has turned his lifelong passion into a full-time career. His fascination with these mechanical dolls began at the age of five when he received a ventriloquist dummy from Santa. From that moment on, Austin was captivated by the artistry and entertainment value behind these unique creations. As he grew older, he honed his skills in figure making by experimenting with different materials and his dad\\u2019s power tools. Austin\'s dedication to his craft led him to seek out renowned figure makers, learning directly from them and gaining invaluable insights into the art form.\\xa0\\xa0

Today, Austin not only creates one-of-a-kind ventriloquist dummies, but also restores historical treasurers including puppets and figures from coin operated games. His attention to detail and commitment to authenticity make him highly sought out by both collectors and performers around the world.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0

Austin has performed as a ventriloquist since childhood and most recently headlined in a spooky Victorian show filled with tricks and illusions.\\xa0\\xa0In addition to his figure collection, his studio in Maine is filled with his stunning collection of vintage Halloween decorations.\\xa0

Mentions:\\xa0

• Haunted Overload, Lee, New Hampshire: https://hauntedoverload.com\\xa0
• Mus\\xe9e M\\xe9canique, San Francisco: https://museemecanique.com
• Vent Haven International Ventriloquist Convention, Fort Mitchell, Kentucky:\\xa0https://vhconvention.com
• Vent Haven Museum (world\\u2019s only ventriloquist museum), Fort Mitchell, Kentucky:\\xa0https://www.venthaven.org\\xa0

Visit Austin\\u2019s web site at: https://www.phillipspuppets.com\\xa0