Scenic art for the theatre
Subtitle: history, tools, and techniques
By: Susan Crabtree and Peter Beudert.
Contributors: Beudert, Peter.
Publisher: Focal Press
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Boston
Language: eng
Number of pages: 300
Subjects: Scene painting -- Technique; Scene painting -- History; Artists' tools; Artists' materials
Description: Scenic Art for the Theatre is a visual and written guide to the tools and techniques used in modern scene painting. The authors guide us through the complex role of the scenic artist, discussing his or her relationship with the scenic designer and production staff. The book presents the variety of tools, paints, materials, and surfaces used in traditional and nontraditional scenic painting techniques. It includes a history of scenic artistry covering the innovations of the Renaissance and Baroque theatres, through the Romantic theatre, to the Modern theatre of the present day.

Scenic Art for the Theatre is written in easy-to-understand language for both the student and the professional. The tools and techniques sections, complete with hints and how-tos, make this book a handy reference for anyone studying or working in this field.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 289-290) and index.