Book description
Unbuttoned: The Art and Artists of Theatrical Costume Design documents the creative journey of costume creation from concept to performance. Each chapter provides an overview of the process, including designing and shopping; draping, cutting, dyeing, and painting; and beading, sewing, and creating embellishments and accessories. This book features interviews with practitioners from Broadway and regional theatres to opera and ballet companies, offering valuable insights into the costume design profession. Exceptional behind-the-scenes photography illustrates top costume designers and craftspeople at work, along with gorgeous costumes in progress.
Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Biographies
- Introduction
- Chapter 1 Design
- Chapter 2 Sourcing Materials
- Chapter 3 Draping and Cutting
- Chapter 4 Fabric Embellishment
- Chapter 5 Construction
- Chapter 6 Crafts and Millinery
- Chapter 7 Wigs and Hair
- Chapter 8 Putting It All Together
Product information
- Title: Unbuttoned
- Author(s):
- Release date: July 2016
- Publisher(s): Routledge
- ISBN: 9781317420071
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