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Chemistry, construction, choreography and history, taught by people who do it. 47 recorded talks, free for WPA members.

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Pyro Tech Talks 2024

Modern Spectacle: Design, Technology, Considerations and Management

Eric Tucker, Pyro Pete Cappadocia, Martin Hildeberg · Feb 2024
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Chlorate and Colored Flames in 19th Century Pyrotechny

Barry Sturman · Feb 2024
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Western WinterBlast Orientation for first time attendees

Dennis Miele, Michelle Joye, Mike Garrett · Jan 2024
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Pyro Tech Talks 2023

Overview of Pyrotechnics Strobe Mechanics

Kurt Medlin, Dominykas Juknelevicius · Dec 2023
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Pyro Tech Talks 2023

Screen Sliced Parlon Bound Stars

Mike Gerson · Sep 2023
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Pyro Tech Talks 2022

Tom Rebenklau Rockets & Precision Headings - Part 2

Dec 2022
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Pyro Tech Talks 2022

Tom Rebenklau Rockets & Precision Headings - Part 1

Nov 2022
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Introduction to Black Powder Rockets

Jan 2022
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Introduction to Black Powder Rockets

Jan 2022
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Pyro Tech Talks 2021

Senko Hanabi: The World’s Greatest Handheld Firework!

Nov 2021
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Pyro Tech Talks 2021

An Introduction and Practical Guide to Using Glitter Mixes

Oct 2021
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Practical Tips for Using Ematches and Wires When Planning a Show

Sep 2021
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After the Shutter Clicks

Aug 2021
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Collecting Firecrackers and Vintage Fireworks

May 2021
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The Evolution of Pyrotechnic Digital Scripting, Firing and 3D Simulation

Apr 2021
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Pumped and Pressed Stars

Jan 2021
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What Kinds of Fuse Might You Use when You Use Fuse?

Jan 2021
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Birth of the Blues

Jan 2021
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Pyro Tech Talks 2020

The Wonderful World of Winged Tourbillions

Nov 2020
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Pyro Tech Talks 2020

Developing excellent pyrotechnic formulations and effects for use in display fireworks by thinking "outside the box"

Oct 2020
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Pyro Tech Talks 2020

Recently Discovered U.S. Pyro History

May 2020
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Realizing a Scripted Fireworks Show with Pyrodigital

May 2020
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Are Fireworks Poisonous?

May 2020
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Pyrotography

May 2020
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Pyro Tech Talks 2020

The Performance of Red Flare Pyrotechnic Compositions Modified with Gas Generating Additives

Apr 2020
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Pyro Tech Talks 2021

Torpedo Canes

Mar 2020
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Pyro Tech Talks 2021

Copper(I) Bromide: An Alternative Emitter for Blue-Colored Flame Pyrotechnics

Nov 2012
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Pyro Tech Talks 2025

Western WinterBlast 36 Orientation

Dennis Miele
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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Building BP, Whistle and Strobe Rockets

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Selected Modern Pyrotechnic Literature

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Passfire Presents "World's Largest Firework"

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

The Essence of Pyro Wizardry

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Tried and True Pyro Chemistry

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Fire Engine Gone Wild!

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Friday Night Displays

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

The Pyrophile Brothers Show

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Pumped and Pressed Stars for Maltese Shells

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Passfire Presents "Western WinterBlast 30th Anniversary"

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Sharing the Stage - Techniques and Technologies in Working with Multiple Medias

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Introduction to Making Girandolas

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Set Pieces and Lance Work

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Saturday Night Displays

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Bullets And Blood: Thaine R. Morris Presents The Hit Kit

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Finale 3D Live Choreography Showdown

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Round Ball Shells from Zero to Hero

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Shoot Fire Like a Girl

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Virtual Western WinterBlast 2021

Builders Showcase