GFA 2010:Set Construction & Scenic Painting

6 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 6 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: GFA 1000
This course is designed to equip students with entry-level skills and knowledge of set construction for the film and television industry. Students participate in goal-oriented class projects including mood-boards, drafting, reading blueprints, architectural models, set safety, use of power tools, carpentry and scenic paint. Students ultimately work on a final project that gives them hands-on experience from concept to completion, solving real world problems with the skills they learn. A large emphasis will be placed on set etiquette, including but not limited to attitude, professionalism and technique on and off set.