Costume Craftwork on a Budget

Costume Craftwork on a Budget by Tan Huaixiang

This fully updated guide demonstrates how to use inexpensive materials to create durable costumes and props that are beautiful, economical, and safe in a short amount of time.

Praise for the first edition:

"Tan Huaixiang is a truly gifted artist; in this book she guides us through many complex theatrical projects that are inspiring, clever, and budget sensibleHer many samples offer excellent tips regarding the use of materials and her choice of graphics illustrates processes clearly. She has created something truly versatile. This book can be used as a textbook in a stagecraft class and it can also be a beautiful reference book in a designer/technician’s library. This is a must for all costume designers and technicians."

Rafael Jaen, author of Show Case and Digital Costume Design and Collaboration

"This book is an excellent review of unique and economical approaches to common costume technology issues with stunning visuals. It is a cookbook of theatrical craftwork."

Linda Pisano, Professor of Costume Design at Indiana University, Department of Theatre and Drama

Tan Huaixiang is a Professor in Costume & Makeup Design and Technology in the Theatre department of the School of Performing Arts at University of Central Florida. She holds an M.F.A. in Costume Design from Utah State University and a B.F.A. from the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing, China. Tan is a member of United Scenic Artists, local 829. Her third edition of Character Costume Figure Drawing was published by Routledge in 2018.

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ISBN 13	9781138212749
ISBN 10	1138212741
Title	Costume Craftwork on a Budget
Author	Tan Huaixiang
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published	2019-06-17
Number of pages	428
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.