Portfolio: The physical copy
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No matter which role in the art department you aspire to, the physical portfolio will be the main way to present and discuss your work with …
Step-by-step guide: Location Survey
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Performing and drawing up a location survey is a core skill for the Art Department.
Some productions will rely heavily on location work, whereas …
How to prepare for your interview
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Getting invited to an interview often causes a mixture of excitement and anxiety.
You are one step closer to landing your (first) job …
How to create your first portfolio
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If you are applying for jobs in the art department, it’s only a question of time until you get asked for your …
The 4×6 commands to get you started in Rhino
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The following is a crash course introduction to 3D modelling in Rhino for the Art Department.
There might be ‘softer’ ways to learn …
The Software Landscape for the UK Art Department
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The days when the drawing board was the centre of the workplace of a draughtsman or art director are long gone.
And although …
Spirals in architecture
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One of the more challenging tasks that you will come across as a draughtsperson in the art department, is the geometric construction …
10 AutoCAD Tips For Beginners
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With every software there are certain functions and shortcuts that can fundamentally improve your user experience.
These tips usually go beyond the …
Backdrops and Green Screens
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One of the core questions you’ll need to answer when designing and drawing a set is what can be seen beyond its …
11 Tips for Hand Draughting Beginners
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There are so many things you need know when you begin with hand drawing.
And whereas there are many books and tutorials …