The prop building guidebook : for theatre, film, and tv

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    • Hart, Eric

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The prop building guidebook : for theatre, film, and tv

Eric Hart

Focal Press, 2013

  • : hbk

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Includes index

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内容説明

Theatre and film frequently require replicas of three-dimensional objects built for actors to use. This book lays the groundwork for an artisan to determine what materials and techniques to use to build these props. Walking the reader through the various tools and techniques used in historical and contemporary prop-making, the author presents a process for deciding the materials and methods to build any prop. With an explanation of how the craft and its products have developed over time, the budding artisan will understand not just how and when to use certain techniques or materials, but also why to use them and what advantages they give. It arms the prop maker with a structured procedure for approaching the construction of any prop. Illustrated with step-by-step examples of how to use each construction method, and explanations of different types of materials, this book gives the beginner prop artisan a strong foundation to approach the construction of props and answers the question, "How should I begin?" The author is hosting an online component to the book along with his successful blog. It will feature additional resources for the prop maker, including books, shops, contact information, and how-to videos.

目次

  • Introduction Part One: Preparation 1. What are props? - Definitions in theatre and film
  • Why make?
  • A brief history of prop-making 2. Getting Started - Making the shape
  • Shape vs surface treatment
  • Structure 3. Breaking it Down - What your prop needs to do
  • Reference and research
  • Dividing complex shapes into simpler parts
  • Work- flow
  • Construction drawings
  • Mock-Ups and Patterns 4. Choosing your materials - Strength
  • Weight
  • Appearance
  • Realism
  • Resources 5. Safety - Chemicals
  • Respirators and Ventilation
  • Gloves, Sleeves and Clothes
  • Eyes, Ears and Shoes 6. Tools - Hand vs power tools
  • Jigs and measuring
  • Adhesives and attachment Part Two: Materials and methods 7. Constructive Materials - Carpentry
  • Metal
  • Plastics
  • Cardboard and other non-traditional 8. Drape it and shape it - Fabric and Soft Sculpture
  • Sheet Metal
  • papier mache
  • Fiber Glass and composites
  • Pepakura 9. Armatures and skeletons 10. Sculptural Materials - Foam
  • Clay 11. Assemblage - found object
  • repurposed pieces
  • nurnies, greebles, diapering, and kit-bashing molding and casting Part Three: Finishing it off 12. Getting it smooth - sanding
  • filling 13. Getting it rough - Texture
  • Scenic dope and monster mud 14. Painting - Primer and base coats
  • faux finishes
  • translucent coats
  • protective coats Part Four: Finding jobs and getting paid 15. Budget estimates 16. Charging for your labor 17. What types of jobs can you get as a props artisan
  • Where to look for work 18. Maintaining a portfolio - photography and process shots

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