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Overviewheatrical Scenic Art is a detailed guide to the creative process of painting and preparing scenery for theatre. The book offers key insights into the role of the scenic artist, detailing the process from planning, budgeting and developing samples through to creating and delivering the final finishes. Topics covers include: . Design interpretation and realisation . Choosing the right tools and equipment . Drawing and colour theory . Preparation for floor and frame painting . Traditional and contemporary techniques for hard and soft scenery . A range of processes including creating textures, polystyrene carving, scenic faux finishes and sign writing With personal insights from highly acclaimed designers, this practical guide offers advice on how to become a scenic artist, useful work experience, valid courses and career options for both freelance and fulltime painters. Supported by over 400 striking illustrations, this is an essential companion for technical theatre students, practising scenic artists and for all who are interested in the art of creating painted and textured surfaces for performance. AUTHOR: Emma Troubridge began her career in scenic art working for John Campbell Studios in London and is currently Head of Scenic Art at the Royal Opera House. 400 colour and 7 b/w photographs, 39 line artworks Full Product DetailsAuthor: Emma TroubridgePublisher: The Crowood Press Ltd Imprint: The Crowood Press Ltd Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.792kg ISBN: 9781785004339ISBN 10: 1785004336 Pages: 288 Publication Date: 27 August 2018 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Language: English Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationEmma Troubridge began her career in scenic art working for John Campbell Studios in London and is currently Head of Scenic Art at the Royal Opera House. She has been a professional scenic artist for nearly thirty-five years, working with many international designer, directors and choreographers, in addition to holding teaching posts at RADA and Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. She acts as External Examiner for several of the UK's leading theatre and design colleges. Emma is co-author of Scenic Art and Construction, also published by Crowood. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |