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Costume Design for Performance

Bettina John

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English
The Crowood Press Ltd
01 November 2021
Costume Design for Performance offers a detailed insight into the creative process behind designing costumes for the performing arts, including theatre, opera, dance and film. Guiding the reader through the essential steps of the designing process, Bettina John combines extensive knowledge of the industry with insights gleaned from leading experts in the performing arts. Featuring over 200 original artworks by more than thirty designers, this book gives a rare insight into this highly individual and creative process. Topics covered include script analysis; in-depth research techniques; practical techniques to explore design; basic drawing techniques; character development; the role of the costume designer and wider team and finally, advice on portfolio presentation.

AUTHOR: Bettina John is an international set and costume designer for theatre, opera, dance and music. Originating from Germany, she graduated from a fashion design degree in 2007, followed by a Master's degree in 2018. She has worked with a wide range of interdisciplinary performers, giving her a unique approach to design and a specialty for developing work at the intersection of the visual and performing arts, often outside the boundaries of the theatre space.

95 colour photographs, 112 colour illustrations

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Imprint:   The Crowood Press Ltd
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 246mm,  Width: 189mm,  Spine: 14mm
Weight:   535g
ISBN:   9781785009273
ISBN 10:   1785009273
Series:   Crowood Theatre Companions
Pages:   192
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Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Unspecified

Bettina John is an international set and costume designer for theatre, opera, dance and music. Originating from Germany, she graduated from a fashion design degree in 2007, followed by a Master’s degree in 2018. She has worked with a wide range of interdisciplinary performers, giving her a unique approach to design and a specialty for developing work at the intersection of the visual and performing arts, often outside the boundaries of the theatre space.

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