One of the most important lessons we can learn as Scenics is how to safely discard materials after they’ve...
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Q&A with Rosco
Gilda, , Blog, Sponsored, CrystalGel, Q&A, Rosco, Rosco Iddings, Rosco Off Broadway, Rosco Supersat, Sponsored, Tough Prime, 0On October 26th, 2022, Guild of Scenic Artists Vice Chair and Resource Director Bridgette Dennett held a Q&A webinar...
Back to Black
Steph Charaska, , Blog, behr, ben moore, Black, black paint, glidden, home depot, lowes, ppg, scotch coatings, Tough Prime, valspar, 3Curious about which black stands up to wear better? Check out Steph Charaska's comparison of a few popular brands!
Ten Paint Shop Hidden Gems: Low-Tech Tools
Brigitte Bechtel, , Blog, blocking, brush storage, foam brushes, low-tech, Marble, newsprint, scrap wood, Stencils, Tools, transfer, twine, versatile tool, window screen, wood graining tools, 0Our industry continues forward in the 21st century incorporating the latest in technology and tools into our Scenic Art...
Starch-Off
Angelique Powers, , Blog, Argo Starch, Backdrops, Corn Starch, Muslin, Rosco Off Broadway, Starch, Translucency, 5With Argo Laundry Starch no longer being manufactured, we test the theory that regular grocery store cornstarch will work...
Spotlight on Education: Actors Theatre of Louisville
Gilda, , Blog, Actors Theatre of Louisville, Apprenticeships, Career Advice, Education, 0On the job training is one of the best ways to become a better Scenic. Actors Theatre of Louisville...
Product Review: Rosco Earth Umber
Bridgette Dennett, , Blog, Sponsored, Color Theory, Earth Umber, Rosco Off Broadway, Wood Grain, 0Most Scenics may like their Umber Raw; But Bridgette's a bit of a hippy and likes hers earthy.
Safety: Resources and the HHE
Rebecca Burton, , Blog, Chemical Exposure, Hazard Health Evaluations, NIOSH, Organic Vapors, Safety, Tech Tools, 1The first in a month long series of articles where the Guild is "Thankful for Safety"
From Stage to Museum
Angelique Powers, , Blog, Sponsored, Distressing, Museum Work, Rosco, Wood Grain, 0The unfortunate story to a great set is often in the shape of a dumpster. This is the...
Theater artisans are renowned for making up or repurposing items and products. When the item we really need is...