Making Stage Props (Paperback)

Paperback. Making Stage Props is a book for anyone involved in prop-making who wishes to explore the wealth of materials and techniques open to them. Supported by over 200 photographs and drawings, the book covers: Planning, costing and scheduling Tools and workshop facilities, and detailed health & safety information Cutting, shaping and turning wood Making and repairing furniture Cutting, bending & welding mild steel Modelling in clay and other materials Making moulds in plaster and flexible mould compounds Life casting Casting and laminating with polyester, epoxy and urethane resins, latex and other materials Carving, turning and finishing polystyrene Stage upholstery techniques Painting, gilding and other finishes AUTHOR: Andy Wilson has been building props and scenery since the late 1970s. As a freelance prop-maker he worked for many companies throughout Britain including the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has been Master Carpenter for several regional rep theatres. He currently teaches prop-making at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. 184 b/w photos "Making Stage Props" is a title for anyone involved in prop-making who wishes to explore the wealth of materials and techniques open to them. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…