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Celebrating Our Ten Year Anniversary: Why I Created Art Departmental
In 2009, Art Departmental was created to celebrate production design during a dark period of the film and television industry. In 2019, we look back.
The 2019 BAFTA Awards Nominees Announced for Best Production Design in a Motion Picture
BAFTA has announced their nominations for the EE British Academy Film Awards, also known as the 2019 BAFTA Awards or simple- the BAFTA’s.
The Favourite // Production Designer: Fiona Crombie
[UPDATED WITH WINNERS] The 2019 Art Directors Guild Awards Best Production Design Nominations
The 2019 Art Directors Guild Awards nominations were announced today in Los Angeles. Nominees include Roma, Black Panther, Crazy Rich Asians, Mary Poppins Returns, and many more.
The 2019 Satellite Awards Winners for Best Production Design
The International Press Academy announced the 23rd Annual 2019 Satellite Awards winners in Motion Pictures and Television today. Take a look.
Le Corbusier Quote on Drawing for Presentation
This Le Corbusier quote describes his simple rule for helping the viewer of a design understand what the drawing is inherently saying.
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.
Production Design Porn: The Wonderful Worlds of Wes Anderson Films
Wes Anderson’s production designers speak his unique visual language to bring his highly stylized worlds and unique brand to life.
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DESIGN TALKS: Three Set Decorators Discuss Their Role in Film and Television
Working in collaboration with directors and production designers, set decorators are key members of the design team for film and television. In this video, set decorators George DeTitta, (Birdman), Regina Graves, (The Knick), and David Schlesinger, (Annie), discuss their work and creative process.
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VIDEO: A Look at the Production Design of Skyscraper
Watch this video showcasing the production design of the new film ‘Skyscraper’ starring Dwayne Johnson and Neve Campbell, production designed by Jim Bissell. The skyscraper is a central character in and of itself in the film.
Hail, Caesar! | Production Design by Jess Gonchor, Set Decoration by Nancy Haigh
Set Decoration Roles, Responsibilities, and Hierarchy in Film & Television
Understanding the set decoration crew roles, responsibilities, and hierarchy on any film or television project is very important before starting in the industry. Read further for North American standards in the set decoration department.
The Handmaid's Tale scores nominations for Best Production Design at the 2018 Emmys
[Updated with Winners] The 2018 Emmy Nominations for Best Production Design
The Emmy nominations for Best Production Design have been announced. Check to see if your favourite show is nominated. The Creative Arts Emmy Awards will air Saturday, September 15 at 8PM EST on FXX.