THTR 234 Perspective Drawing and Rendering
This course will introduce students to the visual language needed to communicate design ideas. Students will explore various sketching styles, their historical precedent and their suitability to current theatrical design presentations. Lectures, demonstrations and class critiques develop the students' analytical and critical skills to understand both historical and contemporary approaches to design presentations. Bibiena and Serlio through Mielziner, Walton and Beaty will be studied as prime examples in this field. Students will write response papers based on their appraisal of these and other designers. The focus will be to learn the techniques and research skills needed in order to present theatrical design ideas in a professional manner. This will include drawing figures in period costumes, showing spatial relationships of scenic plans, and creating renderings showing stage lighting portraying a scene’s ambiance. Additional lab fee applies.