Creating the Character Costume

Tools, Tips, and Talks with Top Costumers and Cosplayers

By Cheralyn Lambeth | Publisher: Taylor and Francis

About the book

Many beginning and hobbyist costumers believe that professional costume/prop builders have unlimited and specialized resources with which to ply their craft. Actually, the pros create things in much the same way that hobbyists do, working as resourcefully and creatively as possible with a limited budget. Creating the Character Costume dives into these methods to showcase how to achieve expert looks with limited means and lots of creativity. Part One explores tools, materials, and construction methods.

Editions of Creating the Character Costume

EBook
ISBN 9781317597957
PDF
ISBN 9781317597964

Read an Excerpt

Many beginning and hobbyist costumers believe that professional costume/prop builders have unlimited and specialized resources with which to ply their craft. Actually, the pros create things in much the same way that hobbyists do, working as resourcefully and creatively as possible with a limited budget. Creating the Character Costume dives into these methods to showcase how to achieve expert looks with limited means and lots of creativity. Part One explores tools, materials, and construction methods.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Creating the Character Costume about?

Many beginning and hobbyist costumers believe that professional costume/prop builders have unlimited and specialized resources with which to ply their craft. Actually, the pros create things in much the same way that hobbyists do, working as resourcefully and creatively as possible with a limited budget. Creating the Character Costume dives into these methods to showcase how to achieve expert looks with limited means and lots of creativity. Part One explores tools, materials, and construction methods.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Creating the Character Costume?

The Arts > Performing arts > Theatre studies

Where can I read a sample of Creating the Character Costume?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317597957

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Creating the Character Costume?

Cheralyn Lambeth

Who is the Publisher of the book Creating the Character Costume?

Taylor and Francis

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Creating the Character Costume is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317597957) and pdf(ISBN 9781317597964)