

Brandt FX is the creative workshop of Hoosker Studios—a space where imagination takes shape. From props and costumes to scenic design, this is where innovation and craftsmanship come together. It’s the home for projects that push boundaries, experiment with new ideas, and bring bold visions to life. If it’s built, sculpted, or stitched, chances are it started here.
Project Echo
Project Echo is a Ghostbusters short film serving as a testing ground for new designs and special effects. Developed within Brandt FX, this project explores innovative approaches to practical effects, prop design, and visual storytelling. It’s a creative playground where new techniques are put to the test, blending classic supernatural adventure with cutting-edge filmmaking craftsmanship.

Code Name Rusty
Custom Remote Trap Vehicle (RTV) is our unique take on the RC Ghost Trap from Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Built from the ground up with custom modifications, this RTV blends screen-accurate design with innovative upgrades, making it a one-of-a-kind creation. With enhanced mobility, unique features, and a handcrafted finish, this project pushes prop-building and special effects to the next level while staying true to the spirit of Ghostbusting innovation.

Mini Phanton Manor
Mini Phantom Manor is a scaled-down homage to the eerie elegance of Disneyland Paris’ iconic haunted attraction. This project captures the gothic architecture, haunting details, and atmospheric presence of Phantom Manor in miniature form. Designed as both an artistic display and a technical experiment, it explores intricate scenic design, custom fabrication, and immersive lighting effects to bring a small but sinister version of the manor to life.

Mini Haunted Mansion
Mini Haunted Mansion is a scaled-down tribute to the classic haunted house experience. Designed as both an artistic showcase and a technical experiment, this project brings eerie elegance to a compact form. Featuring detailed set pieces, atmospheric lighting, and practical effects, it’s a playground for exploring miniature scenic design and immersive storytelling on a smaller scale.

Retro Mine Train
Nature’s Wonderland Mine Train Locomotive Model is a detailed recreation of the iconic engine from Disneyland’s lost attraction. This scale model pays tribute to the original mine train, capturing its rustic charm and vintage design. Built with precision and a deep appreciation for theme park history, this project serves as both a historical study and a hands-on exploration of miniature fabrication techniques.

Stage Concept Art
General Jackson Showboat Stage Remodel Concept is a reimagining of the iconic Nashville showboat’s performance space. This concept art envisions a refreshed stage design that enhances both aesthetics and functionality, blending classic riverboat charm with modern production elements. The design focuses on creating a more immersive and dynamic experience for performers and audiences alike, capturing the spirit of live entertainment on the Cumberland River.
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