Just a few decades ago we all used paper and pencil for all of our paperwork. Even today, it’s actually the most reliable method of communicating our needs. Don’t misunderstand, I’m not giving up my computer anytime soon. In a pinch it’s incredibly valuable to have some of these basic skills.
How to use a scale ruler and our practice worksheet.
Using a Scale Ruler: Accurate Measuring & Marking of Technical Drawings Learning to measure and mark technical drawings using a scale ruler is a foundational skill for anyone working in stagecraft, scenic design, or general AV/production...
Dimensions Between Lighting Units
How to Use a Scale Ruler for Lighting Plots: Step-by-Step Guide Learning to read and use a scale ruler is an essential skill for anyone working with lighting plots in stagecraft. Whether you’re an entry-level stagehand or a lighting technician, this...
Light Plots How to draft a light plot by hand; Symbols, templates, etc.
How to Draft a Light Plot by Hand: Symbols, Templates, and Best Practices Creating hand-drawn light plots remains a cornerstone skill for every stage lighting technician and designer. Whether you’re prepping for a small performance, an educational project, or...
Drafting Light Plots Drawing Booms
This video is about drafting Light Plots - Drawing Booms. It's a first draft of this series covering pencil drafting and I've already found some mistakes. It's posted early so I can use it for a current stage lighting class and I'll get to cleaning it up soon. How to...
Drafting Light Plots Adding Accessories
This video is about drafting Light Plots - Adding Accessories. It's a first draft of this series covering pencil drafting. It's posted early so I can use it for a current stage lighting class and I'll get to cleaning it up soon....
This video is about drafting Light Plots Notations
This video is about drafting Light Plots - Notations, channels, dimmers. It's a first draft of this series covering pencil drafting. It's posted early so I can use it for a current stage lighting class and I'll get to cleaning it up soon....
Paper setup for drafting Also Straight Line, Line Weights, Lighting Template
Video from my Drafting and Drawing for Theater class. Here I show very simple stuff including: taping the paper down, holding the pencil to draw various thickness lines, using a stage lighting template, using a parallel ruler, etc....