Now in its Third Edition, Scenic Art for the Theatre: History, Tools and Techniques continues to be the most trusted source for both student and professional scenic artists. With new information on scenic design using Photoshop, Paint Shop Pro and other digital imaging softwares this test expands to offer the developing artist more step-by-step instuction and more practical techniques for work in the field. It goes beyond detailing job functions and discussing techniques to serve as a trouble-shooting guide for the scenic artist, providing practical advice for everyday solutions. New to this Edition: - 30% new information with two new chapters on the use and interpretation of digital design materials and the application of digital materials in scenic art techniques - material about dealing with digitally printed drops, coverings, etc. - more step-by-step illustrations and descriptions of common techniques and of examples showing a variety of techniques to produce a finished product - all updated information/techniques * New Information on Scenic Art for the Digital Age with the use and interpretation of digital design materials and the application of digital materials in scenic art techniques * Includes complete designs broken down into step-by-step processes * Provides additional insight into new safety procedures and the business of scenic art * more step-by-step illustrations of new and different techniques for scene painting