Description

From Indiana Jones’ wide-brimmed fedora to Dorothy’s ruby slippers, costumes can be as identifiable with a character as the actor who played the part.
A costume designer is the person responsible for designing the clothing elements worn by actors in a film or stage production. They possess a similar skill set to that of traditional fashion designers but must also satisfy the unique demands of designing clothes for theatre or film: theatrical costumes must adhere to the specific requirements of the narrative while also being durable enough to withstand repeated wear and quick changes between scenes. The costume designer serves the directorial vision of the production and also works in concert with other designers in mediums like lighting and scenic design to create a cohesive aesthetic for the production as a whole. Part of the excitement and draw of costume design is the opportunity to create a diverse array of costumes and explore unique narratives and characters with each new project.
Students enrolled in this Arts Umbrella Pro-D Day workshop in costume design will be given the opportunity to discover their passion for design, tap into their creativity, learn how to analyze a script and conduct costume research, and explore how the designer effectively communicates their design intentions.

Discipline Code:

TMF.TH

Location

Studio 310 at Granville Island, 1400 Johnston St

Instructor

Guest Artist