Ah, the art department—one of the most crucial yet overlooked aspects of indie filmmaking. This episode, Victoria and Chuck dive into their biggest art department blunders so YOU don’t have to make the same mistakes. From last-minute coffee table hunts to mysterious maintenance workers who don’t look the part, they’ve seen it all.
💡In this episode, we cover:✔️ What exactly the art department does (Hint: It’s way more than just set design!)✔️ Hilariously bad production design fails—from our own sets AND Hollywood’s biggest missteps✔️ Why indie filmmakersalways end up hauling set pieces in their personal trucks 🚚✔️ The importance of planning, scouting, andnot assuming that school will still look like a school when summer break hits✔️ Tips on finding amazing (and affordable) set designers, props masters, and costume wizards
🎥Real talk: We’re not here to claim we’re the ultimate filmmaking gurus, but wehave made the mistakes—so you don’t have to. Whether you're a scrappy indie director or just love behind-the-scenes chaos, this episode is packed with valuable insights (and maybe a few shameless plugs).
🛠Resources & Shoutouts:🎭 Want pro-level set design? Befriend your local theater folks! They work magic on a budget.🎞 Looking for indie film inspiration? Search for fan films on YouTube—you’ll spot the art department difference FAST.🚨 Film festival judgeswill notice if your maintenance guy doesn’t have a tool belt. Don’t ask how we know.
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