Here are my notes from the Digital Painting and Printing for Fabric session from USITT 2012. Yes, despite the very tactile nature of the textile side of things, the digital revolution is changing things in costumes just like everywhere else. And while the startup costs are a lot higher than an LED, this is a trend that is…

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This week, Disney's Imagineers came to CalArts for a presentation about the work they do. For those who aren't familiar, the Imagineers are "responsible for the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development of The Walt Disney Company and its affiliates." With artists spanning 150 disciplines, it's the Imagineers' job to create the resorts, attractions, etc. of Disney. It is the creative application and actualization…

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Alternative Careers in Entertainment



Panelists include:

Brian Lawlor – IATSE, moderator, Int’l VP and co-director of stagecraft.

Orestes Mohali – GM of Scenic Technology of PRG

Mark “Flounder” – from Disney World company -

Bill Paren – Freeman



Forgive me if I have some… Continue