"What are all these lines?"
Windows are a mystery. You interact with them every day but when you go to design one or create working drawing you suddenly have a lot of questions. A designer once pointed at a photo of a window and said, 'What are all these lines?" I realized they were pointing out the casing, the stop, the parting bead, and the sash. I knew immediately that I needed to design a class that answered all those questions and that explained the history of how windows developed and how they are built.
The Result
You will be able to identify the working parts of windows, know the period of a window by its design and shape, understand the hardware that was used with each window type, and create working construction drawings for building windows for stage sets.
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"Randall is the most qualified and talented set designer I have ever had the pleasure to know and work with.
He not only has knowledge, talent, and craftsmanship as a set designer, but his experiences as a filmmaker and director give him unique insight into the whole design process."
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Richard Hankins - Production Designer
Emmy Award Winner -
NYPD Blue
Private Practice
"If you want to understand Set Design, you could do no better than to study with Randall.
His knowledge is extensive and he is one of the most technically all-around talented designers I have ever worked with. He has all the imagination anyone would need to augment their experience.”
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Jeannine Oppewall - Production Designer
Academy Award Nominee:
Best Art Direction- The Good Shephard
Best Art Direction- Seabiscuit
Best Art Direction- Pleasantville
Best Art Direction- L.A. Confidential
What's Included
Unlimited accessĀ 24/7
There is no expiration date for this course.Ā
WorkĀ at your own pace
Fits in to your busy schedule
Recorded Instructions
video instructions on creating set breakdowns that guide you through the process using the provided sample script
Weekly live Q&A sessions
Boosts the learning process
Community Lounge
Ask questions &Ā interact with your peers
Ā What you'll learn
- The anatomy of the different styles of windows
- Window design and construction by period
- Why old windows last 5 times longer than new windows
- The influence of glass making on window design that still exists today.
- techniques for recreating metal sash windows on a budget.
- the types of window glass manufacturing and recreating it for sets.
- Simplifying window details in set construction drawings.
Ā What you get:
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- A video which covers window evolution as well as the hardware that was used on them.
- Accurate 3D models (.skp /.obj) of various window types from the 1670s to the 1940s with correct period construction techniques and joinery for use as study models or in 3D set models for design. The models are full scale, meaning that they can be used to create working drawings.
- A selection of Historical American Building Survey drawings from the various time periods for reference and study.
- Construction drawings of window details from various films
- Ā Digital copies of several out-of-print period manuals that cover window construction and window hardware, as well as several period window manufacturer catalogues.
- A list of reference books for further study and sources for reproduction hardware.
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Meet your Instructor
Randall Wilkins
- Over 30 years of experience in the film and television industry in Hollywood
- Credits span more than 80 film and television titles including Thor: Love and Thunder, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Catch Me If You Can
- Awards include Westworld & Star Trek Into Darkness
- Teaches classes in design at the Art Directors Guild in Los Angeles, UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles) Masters program in Theater and Film Design
- Guest lectures at schools internationally
- Professional photographer
- Directing Fellow at American Film Intitute
I developed these courses to provide those interested in film design, a fundamental and foundational knowledge of designing and constructing the environments created for film and television in all its forms and genres, digital, built, futuristic or historical periods.
Hear what past students say about our programs
Randall is a treasure of information and this is one of the best classes I have ever taken through the Art Directors Guild
Deidre s.
He teaches in a direct and clear fashion without dawdling or condescending. He is also very approachable and his students appreciate that!
M.T.
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"Thanks!! What a great class. I ate it up!
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Patricia Witt
"The Set Design Fundamentals Series was an invaluable part of my Art Department education. It answered my questions about working full-time as a Set Designer and making a career in the entertainment industry. I learned so much about the tools, practices, and technical skills necessary for a successful start in film and TV. I thoroughly enjoyed this course and would recommend it to anyone looking to further their design skills.
Olesya Golub
"When I started the 12-Week Set Design Fundamentals Series class, I was hoping to learn about the drawings that a Set Designer needs to produce, but I learned much more. This course covered everything: drawings, how to do a site survey, what the set designer's responsibilities are, and their position in the Art Department. My favorite part was learning about what not to do as a set designer. Learning from others' mistakes made me feel more confident in my work process. I started a Set Design job shortly after finishing the class. The class helped me do my first job with confidence. This class is a perfect start for anyone who is beginning a career in Set Design."
Garrett Brown
"This is an amazing course taught by an industry pro. Randall is an excellent, kind, and patient teacher who somehow manages to cover everything from the construction of a single flat to measuring a cathedral in Florence from just photos. I cannot speak highly enough about this class. Anyone who is serious about a career in set design should be required to take this course.
Your Investment
Guarantee
Because of the special nature of the class and proprietary materials, refunds will only be offered within 14 days of course registration. Please be sure this class is for you before you commit to it. If you have any reservations, schedule a free discovery call with Randall to discuss whether or not this course fits your needs.
