Jonathan Shulgach

Jonathan Shulgach

Building the future of human-machine symbiosis, one electrode at a time. ⚡🦾

Creative Work

Beyond engineering, I enjoy bringing imaginative ideas to life through practical prop-making and costume design. I’ve had the opportunity to create pieces that have appeared in independent films and fan productions.

🎬 Lightyears (2015)

2015 UMBC Campus Movie Festival Winner

A short film project where I contributed props and set pieces.

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⚔️ Revan (Star Wars Fan Film)

An ambitious Star Wars fan film project for which I created numerous props, costumes, masks, and armor pieces.

Sith Trooper Armor & Weapons

Sith Trooper armor Sith Trooper weapons

Sith Species – Silicone Masks & Robes

Sith species silicone masks and robes

Cardboard Assault Rifle Build Process

Assault rifle build - step 1 Assault rifle build - step 2 Assault rifle build - finished

Mandalore’s Mask

Mandalore mask Mandalore mask detail

Sith Acolyte Mask

Sith Acolyte mask Sith Acolyte mask detail

Revan’s Mask

Revan mask Revan mask detail Revan mask finished

Mask Display Collection

Mask display for Revan film

Bounty Hunter Armor

Bounty hunter armor Bounty hunter armor detail

🛠️ Other Props

Cardboard Gatling Gun

Cardboard gatling gun

Paper Armor & Helmets Collection

Table of paper armor and helmets

The Process

Creating props and costumes for film combines problem-solving skills from engineering with artistic expression. Each piece requires understanding the story context, working within production constraints, and ensuring durability for on-set use. Many of my pieces are built from accessible materials like cardboard, paper, foam, and silicone.