I have tried to present a realistic view of the production design and art direction professions by drawing on my own experience and by quoting other designers who have practical experience. This book is not intended to be a detailed textbook about design, but an overview of the work and the opportunities, and how to begin taking advantage of them.
I have enjoyed and been excited by the magic since I saw my first stage show with a couple of comedians rowing a boat across what appeared to my six-year-old eyes as real water. “How did they do that?” I wondered. I have spent a major part of my life finding out how stage and film works and being a part of creations that enhance our lives and stimulate our imaginations.
My hope is that ...
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