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Theatrical Scenic Art book is a comprehensive guide into the creative process of painting and preparing scenery for theatre. The book provides a comprehensive understanding of the role of a scenic artist by detailing all stages of the process, including planning, budgeting, developing samples, creating and delivering the final product.
The 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.
Topics 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.
Highly acclaimed designers have provided personal insights and offered advice on how to start out and develop a career as a scenic artist, useful work experience, valid courses and career options for both freelance and fulltime painters.
Filled with more than 400 incredible illustrations, this guide is essential for technical theatre students, practicing scenic artists and for anyone who is interested in the art of creating painted and textured surfaces for theatre performances.
ISBN: 9781785004339
Size: 189 x 24.6 cms
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
