Making Stage Props is a book for anyone involved in prop-making who wishes to explore the wealth of materials and techniques open to them. Supported by over 200 photographs and drawings, the book covers: · Planning, costing and scheduling · Tools and workshop facilities, and detailed health & safety information · Cutting, shaping and turning wood · Making and repairing furniture · Cutting, bending & welding mild steel · Modelling in clay and other materials · Making moulds in plaster and flexible mould compounds · Life casting · Casting and laminating with polyester, epoxy and urethane resins, latex and other materials · Carving, turning and finishing polystyrene · Stage upholstery techniques · Painting, gilding and other finishes AUTHOR: Andy Wilson has been building props and scenery since the late 1970s. As a freelance prop-maker he worked for many companies throughout Britain including the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has been Master Carpenter for several regional rep theatres. He currently teaches prop-making at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. 184 b/w photos