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involved in all aspects of the film. Jamie added, "Sometimes you work on a film and somebody's just doing it for the job, but he was doing it with complete love and passion." This was even apparent when Jamie and his team were designing another iconic prop in the film, Elphaba's broom. "Jon wanted this kind of besom broom [a traditional design consisting of a rounded brush head made of twigs], but with its own character. He wanted it to look like one piece of petrified wood with grapevines growing around it." Jamie was tasked with creating a new design and researched hundreds of styles of brooms from around the world. Not only was he trying to figure out what the broom's design could be, but what he should avoid. "What's important is to know what's gone before. Not only in Oz, but in Harry Potter and in all other films. I didn't want to do something really wonderful and then realize that's the same as the Nimbus 2000." Jamie took what he had learned and worked with his team to create numerous sketches of what Elphaba's broom could be. His team sculpted the shaft from clay, along with four different options for the brush end. Often for props so central to a specific character, the actor will want to participate in the design for the sake of character building. Likewise, Cynthia wanted to have a connection with the broom, so Jon had her choose the end she wanted. She selected the option that Jamie referred to as the "explosion end" and from there, Elphaba's broom was complete. "Once you get to that point when an actor is happy, and they can bring the character out of themself with the prop, then it feels like you've done the job." With the broom finally completed, the production could really take flight. Jamie and his prop team continued for 32 weeks filming the fantastic adventure of Elphaba and Glinda. Each department worked in perfect harmony, with shared excitement for the project. Jamie considered himself lucky to be a part of the film, stating, "It was such a privilege, and everyone knew we were working on something special." He was able to watch his props defy gravity, shine with an Ozian glow, and transform the actors into their iconic characters on screen. Wicked went on to win the hearts of audiences everywhere, as well as winning numerous accolades in film-related award shows, including its Oscar win for Best Production Design. Jamie was also honored at the American Cinematheque's Tribute to the Crafts, marking the first time a Property Master has been honored for their artistic achievements at an awards show. The success of the film is a proud moment for Jamie and his team. The props they created helped bring the story of Wicked to life and the collaboration between all departments made its possibilities truly unlimited. EXTERNAL COVER OF THE GRIMMERIE TOP TO BOTTOM: INTERNAL PAGES OF THE GRIMMERIE; PROPERTY MASTER JAMIE WILKINSON (IN WHITE) AMONG THE MULTIPLES OF ELPHABA'S BROOM