Costume Craftwork on a Budget demonstrates how to use inexpensive materials to create durable costumes and props in a short amount of time. Fully illustrated step-by-step instructions teach readers how to use 3-D makeup and create teeth, wigs, masks, hats, nonhuman costumes, leather products, and other accessories.

This new edition features updated introductions for each chapter and project, expanded chapters on 3-D Makeup, Wigs, Masks, Headdresses, and Animal Costumes, and projects from shows such as Shrek the Musical (latex ears), Orphie & the Book of Heroes (headdresses), and Side Show (a lizard costume). From creating armor out of laundry baskets to detailed tricks for creating a witch's prosthetic nose, this book equips aspiring costume designers with the techniques needed to produce costumes and props that are beautiful, economical, and safe.

About the Author
Tan Huaixiang is a Professor in Costume & Makeup Design and Technology in the Theatre department of the School of Performing Arts at University of Central Florida. She holds an M.F.A. in Costume Design from Utah State University and a B.F.A. from the Central Academy of Drama in Beijing, China. Tan is a member of United Scenic Artists, local 829. Her third edition of Character Costume Figure Drawing was published by Routledge in 2018.

Reviews

Praise for the first edition:

"Tan Huaixiang is a truly gifted artist; in this book she guides us through many complex theatrical projects that are inspiring, clever, and budget sensible. Her many samples offer excellent tips regarding the use of materials and her choice of graphics illustrates processes clearly. She has created something truly versatile. This book can be used as a textbook in a stagecraft class and it can also be a beautiful reference book in a designer/technician's library. This is a must for all costume designers and technicians."

Rafael Jaen, author of Show Case and Digital Costume Design and Collaboration

"This book is an excellent review of unique and economical approaches to common costume technology issues with stunning visuals. It is a cookbook of theatrical craftwork."

Linda Pisano, Professor of Costume Design at Indiana University, Department of Theatre and Drama

Book Information
ISBN 9781138212749
Author Tan Huaixiang
Format Paperback
Page Count 428
Imprint Routledge
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Weight(grams) 1338g