DESG-GT 1054-1055 Lecture 3 - 6 Credits
Instructor(s): Jones
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
Finding visual images, creating physical spaces, and communicating meaning discovered in theatrical literature through personal response to and analysis of text, music, and historical forms.
DESG-GT 2006 Lecture 2 - 4 Credits
Instructor(s): Banakis
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
Introduction to the many and varied techniques available to support the scenic design process for theater and film scenery. Coursework focuses on scale model-building techniques, drafting techniques, photography and rendering techniques, as well as presentation methodologies. Work overlaps with continued Set Design I coursework as well as weekly class projects providing hands-on experience in each area.
DESG-GT 1004-1005 Lecture 2 - 4 Credits
Instructor(s): Young (Section 001), Muller (Section 002)
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
Section 001: Drawing is observing and perception. This course teaches students how to see. Students learn techniques of observation, perception, and the technical means of placing three-dimensional forms and volume onto a two-dimensional surface accurately and efficiently.
Section 002: A drawing class for scenic designers and lighting designers that focuses on forms in space, revealed by light. Equal emphasis on drawing from observation and invention.
DESG-GT 1022-1023 Lecture 3 Credits
Instructor(s): Muller
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
In this course, students explore the whole history of design, from prehistory to the early 21st century, looking at the impact of human events – migration, war, empire, religion, trade, innovation – on the design of clothing, architecture, and the influence of one age upon another. The course mixes lectures, analysis of images, research projects, discussion, field trips, guest speakers, and student presentations.
DESG-GT 1012 Studio 2 Credits
Instructor(s): Fallon, Geiger, Raywood
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
The primary goal of this course is to supply students with a thorough introductory understanding of the materials, methods, tools, techniques and procedures used in the various shops as we work on realized productions. Working with the student designers as well as professional shop staff and student staff, students work on a variety of productions, in a range of capacities.
DESG-GT 1214 Lecture 3 - 6 Credits
Instructor(s): Jackness
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
This course explores the world of production design and art direction for film. By watching films, analyzing concepts, using a series of practical paper/model projects this course examines all components of film design including text interpretation, scenery for studio, location, color concepts, relationships with the producers, crews, and creative team.
DESG-GT 1038 Lecture 2 Credits
Instructor(s): Conklin
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
A study of opera - it's historical context, formal qualities, dramaturgical content and sociological place in our contemporary world.
DESG-GT.1213 Lecture 3 - 4 Credits
Instructor(s): Stein
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film and in the Graduate Film Department.
Four teams (director, production designer, costume designer, director of photography) collaborate to produce a 10-minute portfolio quality film shot on location with high levels of production values, including locations, props, and costumes. This course underlines the essential aspects of the collaboration process and focuses on the team effort of producing a film.
DESG-GT 1216-1217 Lecture 3 - 6 Credits
Instructor(s): Jackness
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
Continuation of Design for Film I on a more advanced level. To prepare the student for future professional work, this course is an in-depth exploration of all components of studio sets and the technical aspects of film design, including storyboarding. Thesis projects are undertaken in the second semester.
DESG-GT.2002 Lecture 3 Credits
Instructor(s): Cokorinos
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
Weekly guest speakers are brought in to discuss topics relevant to a professional design career such as theatre photography, union membership, taxes and financial planning, the role of the artistic director and production manager, etc. Portfolio reviews with professional directors and designers are scheduled.
Required course.
DESG-GT.1060 1-2 Credits
Instructor(s): Various
Open only to students in the Department of Design for Stage and Film.
Projects are done under supervision of faculty and outside professionals. Work must be related to the course of study and may take the form of work experience or an internship. May be repeated for multiple semesters with approval of department chair.