Geppetto Studios

Designers and fabricators of custom made costumes, puppets and props for musical theater, television, special events, and marketing strategies.

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About Us

Geppetto Studios, Inc. was begun with the meeting of 2 artists of “like mind” in 1982.  William Arthur Mills and Scott Molampy started their small business together and named it Geppetto. After 33 years in New York City, they made many connections in the television, theater, advertising, and display industries. Now located in their birth city,  Utica, NY, Geppetto continues to thrive with new clientele from all over the world. 


Geppetto is a premier studio based in Utica, NY, dedicated to costume and puppet design,  fabrication, and prop creation for television, film, theater, and national marketing  

campaigns. With over 40 years of expertise in the industry, our team brings creativity,  quality, and craftsmanship to every project.


Whether you're looking for a large stage puppet, a smaller hand puppet, a custom mascot,  a specialty costume, or an oversized prop for a live event, Geppetto Studios is your trusted partner. Our nationwide service ensures that we can work with clients from coast to coast,  delivering handcrafted designs that help make a lasting impact.

Services

At Geppetto Studios, we offer a range of high-quality design and fabrication services to meet your needs. Whether you're working on a television show, planning a theatrical production, or launching a marketing campaign, we’ve got you covered..

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Costume Design and Fabrication

We specialize in creating custom costumes for film, theater, television, and live events. From character development to costume construction, our team brings your ideas to life with precision and creativity. We ensure every detail is perfect, providing costumes that help bring characters to life.

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Puppet Design and Fabrication

Geppetto Studios is renowned for its expert puppet design and fabrication. Our puppets have brought characters to life on television and in live performances. Whether you need a single puppet or an entire cast, our team will create high-quality, durable puppets that are both functional and visually captivating.

Prop Design and Fabrication

Custom props are vital for any production, and Geppetto Studios delivers the highest quality props for television, film, theater, and marketing. Our prop-making process involves creative design and meticulous fabrication to ensure that each prop matches the needs of your production.

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Brand Mascot Design and Fabrication

Need a branded mascot for your marketing campaign? Geppetto Studios excels in designing and fabricating mascots that capture the essence of your brand. Our mascots are designed to engage and connect with your audience, whether it’s for a nationwide advertising campaign or a live event.

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Gallery

Take a look at some of the custom creations we've brought to life for our clients. From iconic puppets to detailed costumes and props, our portfolio showcases the high level of craftsmanship we put into every project.

Contact us

Ready to bring your creative vision to life? Whether you need custom costumes, puppets, props, or mascots, Geppetto Studios is here to help. Our team is passionate about creating unique, high-quality designs that make a lasting impact. Get in touch with us today to discuss your project!