Australian Prop Money
Read expert columns on film set decorating, lighting design for paper props, and regulatory updates from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
LegalityUsing fake currency for film and TV in Australia is governed by strict laws. Discover how to stay 100% compliant with the Reserve Bank of Australia.
Production TipsAre your prop bills looking fake on camera? Our lead set designer shares professional lighting and camera angle techniques for high-end results.
Set DesignThe condition of a character’s money tells a rich story. Learn how to align your prop money selection with your film’s narrative arc.
Industry InsightsFrom police records to stacks of cash, see how Aussie crime drama art directors build tension and realism on set.
Cinema HistoryA history of how Hollywood and Australian studios transitioned from mock paper drawings to high-fidelity compliant camera-ready currency props.
StagecraftLive theatre demands high tactile durability and zero light reflection. We look at the prop requirements of modern stage performance.
Production TipsTips on managing massive piles of replica cash on public streets during film shoots to avoid public alarm and stay compliant.
Technical GuidesHow 4K and 8K digital camera sensors expose poor quality set props, and why professional printing is required to hold cinematic immersion.
Creative DirectionFrom reflections to lost notes, here are five critical mistakes hip-hop and commercial video directors make with cash props.
DIY PropsAn inside look at the techniques prop stylists use to turn candy printed sheets into gritty, street-worn banknotes.
Photography TipsHow to use replica notes to build high-end visual concepts in fashion, sneaker, and luxury lifestyle photography.
LegalityA deep dive into the legal requirements set by the Reserve Bank of Australia to ensure your production props are fully compliant and safe.
Business TrainingWhy real banks and retail outlets are swapping to professional, slip-coated training money to reduce teller cash-handling mistakes.
Set DesignThe design secrets behind locking cash briefcases. How to calculate stack volume and pack foam for spectacular opening shots.
Indie FilmmakingIndie filmmakers must optimize every dollar. We look at when buying bulk prop packs makes more financial sense than rental prop rooms.