ABSTRACT
Backdrops are the one exception to this rule, as they can be started right away. The backdrop design is first cartooned onto kraft paper with vine charcoal. Cartooning refers to drawing the basic design at full scale using a grid to enlarge it. The kraft paper , also known as brown butcher paper , is then pounced. A pounce wheel is a small tool with sharp teeth around the wheel. Think of a small pizza cutter and you have the right idea. You use the pounce
It is a huge help to have all scenic
departments under one roof in the
shop. Someone is always watching your
back. The whole vision is evident. There
is always camaraderie. You work better
as a team.
