Charge scenic artist
A charge scenic artist, also known as a charge artist or head scenic artist, leads and oversees the painting of stage, film, or television scenery.[citation needed]
The duties of the charge artist involve techniques for replicating color and texture, as well as preparing and aging various surfaces. [1] The charge artist interprets the scenic designer's technical drawings and paint elevations, and with a crew of journeymen scenic artists, brings them to life on the actual scenery.[citation needed]
The charge artist is also responsible for the budgeting of the finished sets along with the production designer and the art director.[2]
In the United States such individuals are typically members of the United Scenic Artists union.[citation needed]
Notable scenic artists
[edit]References
[edit]- ↑ Ionazzi, Daniel (October 15, 1996). The Stagecraft Handbook. Writer's Digest Books. ISBN 978-1-55870-404-6.
- ↑ Crabtree, Susan; Beudert, Peter (November 12, 2012). Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools and Techniques. CRC Press. ISBN 978-1-136-08430-0.
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