Armor Party with Brian Matyas

Armor Party talks with Ramey Chanadet (@rchanadet) about his process of building. With over 45 costumes among the clubs, Ramey has developed nearly every costuming skill under the sun. Part of the @dadbatchpod - we get the scoop on his Star Wars Celebration plans. Grab yourself some new digs with RSVLTS, pop culture themed clothing to that's as fun as your inner geek. Use code "armorparty" to save 20% off your first order at RSVLTS.com Part of the Thank the Maker Podcast Network alongside Princess and Scoundrel. 

If you've gotten familiar with the Star Wars costuming scene, you've certainly seen Joe Lara: the first ever "Tech" from "The Bad Batch." A veteran and advocate for community building, his story is one of inspiration for choosing to move forward, helping others find motivation , and learning a brand new process from the ground up. Find him as one of the hosts of "The Dad Batch" on Spotify, and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/tech.badbatch Grab yourself some new digs this holiday with RSVLTS, pop culture themed clothing to that's as fun as your inner geek. Use code "armorparty" to save 20% off your first order at RSVLTS.com Part of the Thank the Maker Podcast Network alongside Princess and Scoundrel. 

Armor Party hears from Denuo Novo, the company that rose in the ashes of the former ANOVOS as a premier dealer of licensed Star Wars wearables. As the brand manager of Denuo Novo, Mark gives us some insight as to how this opportunity came to be for a merging of some of the most notable names in collectibles came to be. Find Mark on Instagram at @darthvonohlen! Production and theme music by @alton_james Follow @hondosupply on Instagram for the latest updates on the Ordament Charity Project Listen to @thankthemakerpod and @princessandscoundrel show for even more Star Wars content! | | | | #starwars #starwarscostume #501stlegion #costuming #costumes #starwarscostume #cosplay #starwarscosplay

Armor Party talks with Brendan Wayne, character performer of the helmeted Din Djarin of the Mandalorian. For 2 seasons of the Mandalorian and with appearances in The Book of Boba Fett, Brendan walks us through how his skills and training as a gunslinger inspired the costume and persona of the badass beneath the Beskar. Hear about his humble journey from fitting into a costume designed for a bigger actor, almost missing the audition for Dad-duties, and what his Grandfather, John "The Duke" Wayne, thought about Star Wars. Follow Brendan on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/therealbrendanwayne/ 

Episode 3 of season 2 brings a conversation with Star, a Michigan costumer who has gone head first into Star Wars costuming since the pandemic. Not afraid to experiment, we learn her process of building with foam and where she's found success in all aspects of making a wearable costume for working comfort and maximum fun. Follow her work on Instagram @starspangledcomet ----- Find Armor Party on Instagram for more tips and tricks and profiles at Instagram.com/armorpartyshow Production by Alton James (instagram.com/alton_james) Part of the Thank the Maker Network (instagram.com/thankthemakerpod & instagram.com/princessandscoundrelshow)

Our second episode of season, we talk with Steven Schultz, (www.instagram.com/stevie.kickz ) about his costuming journey. What started as humble beginnings to get time off work turns into a full fledged obsession that eventually leads to helping dress stormtroopers on the set of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series. Listen to his own podcast with other Bad Batch members at https://podcasts.apple.com/gm/podcast/the-dad-batch/id1636341799

Armor Party takes an oil bath with actor Chris Bartlett, actor and performance artist from the Disney+ Star Wars series. Known for playing Q9-Zero the assassin droid in the Mandalorian, Chris tells us how he got the gig of Lucasfilms traveling C3P0 over 15 years ago and how to become a better version of the character you may be cosplaying. Check out Chris's incredible work as a costumer and performer at www.instagram.com/chrisfbartlett  ---- Follow Armor Party on Instagram at www.instagram.com/armorpartyshow Part of the Thank the Maker Network (instagram.com/thankthemakerpod) along with Princess and Scoundrel (instagram.com/princessandscoundrelshow)

Lucasfilm concept artist Brian Matyas shares his process of designing iconic characters like Din Djarin, BoKatan and Boba Fett for the modern age. His work is featured heavily in The Art of The Mandalorian Season 1 and 2, and is considered one of the most influential armor designers in the last 10 years. Find his work at https://www.instagram.com/brianmatyas

Armor Party gets the backstory on one of the most important builders and creators in the Star Wars costuming hobby. Kevin Weir of Imperial Surplus went from fan, to vendor, to creating props and costumes for productions themselves. As the top tier provider of Clone armor in the 501st legend as well as legacy projects like the "Femme TK", we learn the whole tale of how passion turns into profession. Find Kevin's work at www.imperialsurplus.com 

For episode 19, Armor Party talks all things sewing, stitching and Star Wars aesthetic with Emma Swanson, owner of Gabercrete. She walks us through how soft goods play an integral part in costuming, and how her business manages expectations, creativity and the highest standards as she moonlights from her day job. A must listen if you're a shop owner and creative, Emma's work is some of the best in the fandom. Follow her at @gabercrete on Instagram.