Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools and Techniques
- ISBN-10
- 1136084290
- ISBN-13
- 9781136084294
- Category
- Performing Arts
- Pages
- 414
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2012-11-12
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Authors
- Susan Crabtree, Peter Beudert
Description
Now in its Third Edition, Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools and Techniques continues to be the most trusted source for both student and professional scenic artists. With new information on scenic design using Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro and other digital imaging softwares this test expands to offer the developing artist more step-by-step instuction and more practical techniques for work in the field. It goes beyond detailing job functions and discussing techniques to serve as a trouble-shooting guide for the scenic artist, providing practical advice for everyday solutions.
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Other editions
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- 2005
- 439 pages
- Paperback
- Taylor & Francis
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