Instructive Costume Design (1922)

By Emil Alvin Hartman

Book Overview

Instructive Costume Design is a book written by Emil Alvin Hartman and originally published in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive guide to designing costumes for the stage, film, and other forms of performance art. It covers a wide range of topics related to costume design, including historical periods, fabrics, color theory, and character analysis.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of costume design. The first section covers the basics of costume design, including the role of the costume designer, the importance of research, and the various elements of a costume. The second section focuses on historical costume design, providing detailed information on the clothing and fashion of different time periods.The third section of the book covers the use of color in costume design, including color theory and the psychological effects of color. The fourth section focuses on the design of costumes for specific characters, including how to create costumes that reflect the personality and motivations of the character.Throughout the book, Hartman provides numerous examples of successful costume designs and offers practical advice for aspiring costume designers. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both beginners and experienced designers.Overall, Instructive Costume Design is a valuable resource for anyone interested in costume design for the stage, film, or other forms of performance art. It offers a wealth of information and practical advice, making it an essential addition to any costume designer's library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104134209
• ISBN13: 9781104134204
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"