Designer Drafting and Visualizing for the Entertainment World [Paperback]

Patricia Woodbridge (Author), Hal Tine (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 5, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0240804244 | ISBN-13: 978-0240804248 | Edition: 1

Designer Drafting for the Entertainment World provides essential information for designers, covering traditional hand drafting techniques as well as computer-based drawing programs. This new text begins with the basic tools and comprehensive coverage of the principles of scenic drafting and goes on to cover professional applications for the stage, motion pictures, television, trade shows, and amusement park scenery. It also includes a chapter on virtual scenery and lighting.

The principles of drafting are explained with simple drawings from the world of scenery as well as many examples of more complex draftings from some of the finest scenic designers working professionally. Patricia Woodbridge has worked professionally in theatre, film and television, and uses examples from all industries throughout the book. Since the examples of drafting are taken from a wide variety of different scenic applications, it gives the young designer a survey of scenic career possibilities.


A comprehensive drafting text designed for all areas of the entertainment world - films, theatre, television, and many others

Covers traditional hand drafting techniques as well as computer-based drawing programs

Editorial Reviews

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"I have been looking for a book that not only focuses on the technical aspects of theater drafting, but also on why we choose to draft the way we do and how it relates to sketchings and renderings. This book covers that ground exceptionally well."
-Michael O'Nele, Univ. of Memphis

"Very good comprehensive view of drafting applied to all areas of the entertainment industry."
-Eric Olson, Samford University

"Tells not only what to do, but why. The most complete book on entertainment drafting yet."
-Charles E. Williams, University of Toledo

"most thorough and best drafting book on the market...the examples in particular are informative."

"an excellent reference book to be used during a course..."

From the Publisher

The principles of drafting are explained with simple drawings from the world of scenery as well as many examples of more complex drafting's from some of the finest scenic designers working in the profession today. Patricia Woodbridge has worked professionally in theatre, film, and television, and uses examples from all industries throughout the book. Designer Drafting for the Entertainment World contains examples from some of the finest designers working today. Since the examples of drafting are taken from a wide variety of different scenic applications, it gives the novice designer a complete survey of scenic career possibilities.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 368 pages
• Publisher: Focal Press; 1 edition (October 5, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0240804244
• ISBN-13: 978-0240804248
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #316,764 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The next required theatre drafting standard text, July 14, 2003

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Steve Shelley (NYC, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Designer Drafting and Visualizing for the Entertainment World (Paperback)

This is the most complete and practical drafting text book that I have ever read. Not only does it illustrate excellent drafting styles and techniques, it also provides step-by-step instruction on how to create each kind of projection. I believe it raises the bar to all other books exploring this same topic. In my opinion, this book will eventually be included in all classes that prepare students for a professional technical performing arts career.