This Hands-On Art Department Workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to the visual storytelling aspects of film production. Participants explore key areas such as:
1. Roles and Responsibilities - Understanding the art department’s structure, including production design, set decoration, props, and scenic art.
2. Concept Development - Learning to interpret scripts, create mood boards, and establish a cohesive visual style.
3. Set Design and Construction - Basics of sketching, drafting, and building sets using physical and digital tools.
4. Props and Decoration - Sourcing, creating, and aging props to enhance authenticity.
5. Scenic Art - Techniques like faux finishes, texturing, and mural painting.
6. Graphics for Film - Designing in-world elements such as signs, labels, and posters.
7. Collaboration and Continuity - Ensuring cohesive design and effective teamwork across departments.
Through lectures, case studies, and hands-on activities, participants gain practical skills and a deeper understanding of how the art department contributes to a film’s narrative and atmosphere.
SCHEDULE:
Saturday: 9a - 5pm
Sunday: 9a - 5pm
Lunch, beverages and snacks will be provided both days. Please bring a water bottle and traveler coffee mug to help us reduce the amount of waste.
This program is a presentation of UMFO in partnership with the IRRRB , St Louis County and the Blandin Foundation
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The Upper Midwest Film Office (UMFO) reserves all rights to any and all footage shot during the workshop. By participating in this workshop, you acknowledge and agree that UMFO may use, edit, and distribute the footage for any purpose, including but not limited to promotional, educational, and commercial uses, without any compensation to you. Your participation in the workshop constitutes your consent to be recorded and your waiver of any rights to the footage.
