ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses the types of scenic studios in which scenic artists might work. The most common types of scenic studios in the United States are as follows: college or university-affiliated scenic studios, semiprofessional theatre, professional theatre, independent, professional, commercial studios, film and television scenic studios. The scenic designer is usually an outside contractor in professional scenic studios. Before a design is sent to the department heads, the technical director costs out the construction of the design for the production manager to determine its financial feasibility. Scenery production encompasses three departments: scenic art, scenic construction, and properties. Assistant scenic painters work directly with the charge and lead painters, doing much of the painting under the supervision of the charge and lead painters. The paint shop may be able to return the favor when the costume shop needs floor space to distress a large quantity of costumes or use the large-volume spray booth in the paint shop.
