Synopses & Reviews
Scenic Art for the Theatre is a visual and written guide to the tools and techniques used in modern scene painting. The authors guide the reader through the complex role of the scenic artist, discussing his or her relationship with the scenic designer and production staff; the variety of tools used in scenic artistry including paints, materials, and surfaces; and the techniques, both traditional and non-traditional. The book also includes a history of scenic artistry beginning with the Renaissance and Baroque theatres through the Romantic theatre to the present day Modern theatre.
Scenic Art for the Theatre is written in easy-to-understand language for both the student and the professional. The tools and techniques sections, complete with hints and how-to's, make this book a handy reference for anyone studying or working in this field.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 289-290) and index.
Table of Contents
Part 1: The Role of the Scenic Artist * Training and Working as a Scenic Artist * The Working Relationship with the Scenic Designer * The Working Relationship with the Production Staff * The Scenic Artist's Working Space * Part 2: The Tools of the Trade * The Tools of Scenic Artistry * Color and Paint * Preparation of Materials and Surfaces * Part 3: The Technique of Scenic Painting * Cartooning, Layout, and Lettering * Two Dimensional Scenic Painting Techniques * Non-Traditional Painting Media and Techniques * Part 4: The History of Scenic Art * The Ancient to the Medieval Theatre, 500 B.C. - 1400 A.D. * The Renaissance and the Baroque Theatre, 1400 - 1800 * The Romantic and Modern Theatre, 1800 to the Present * Index