Category: Art Department
Set Decoration Roles, Responsibilities, and Hierarchy in Film & Television
Set Decorators visually interpret the personality of a film or television show from script to screen through set decor. We aim to break down the Set Decoration Department or ‘Set Dec’ by position, responsibility, & hierarchy.
Art Department Roles and Hierarchy in Film & TV Production Design
Understanding the art department crew roles and hierarchy on any film or television project is very important before starting in the industry. Read further for North American standards in the art department.
How to Use a Tape Measure Correctly: Imperial Measurements
Just when you think you know how to use a tape measure it turns out there is a lot more to it that you can use to do faster measurements with ease.
The Royal Ontario Museum’s Christian Dior Exhibit is Small but Inspiring
The Christian Dior Exhibit will continue until March 18th at the ROM in Toronto. Here’s what to expect at the exhibit.
Life in a British Art Department for Film and Television
In this interview, graphic designer Matthew Clark discusses what it is like to work in a British art department for film and television.
15 Practical Designer Gift Ideas for the Holidays
With the holidays fast approaching you may be wondering what to get for that special someone. Here are 15 practical designer gift ideas to get you started.
‘Harold and Lillian: A Hollywood Love Story’ is a Must-See
Learn more about love and creativity in this design documentary with storyboard artist Harold Michelson and his wife, film researcher Lillian Michelson.
10 Things They Don’t Teach You in Film School About Production Design
Here is a list of ten things I wish more production designers and filmmakers knew about production design before they started out in the film and television industry. Unfortunately most film schools don’t teach these things.
The Psychology of Colour in Cinema
Watch this video explaining the importance of colour in storytelling and an explanation of the psychology behind the choices.
DESIGN TALKS: Perspectives on Production Design with Sir Christopher Frayling
Watch this video that lays out essential perspectives on production design theory in this keynote address by professor Sir Christopher Frayling.