London Film School, offer full-time MA Degree courses in both Film Making and Screewriting.

“David’s course was excellent. The teaching was dynamic and tailored to the needs and progress of the group. It was great to be taught by an experienced professional working in the industry.” Dominee Reid, participant January 2009

An advanced 2-week workshop led by Production Designer David McHenry with the emphasis on creative design and in-depth technical drawing. This course has previously taken place at Elstree Studios.

Introduction

In film and TV production the pre-production process is a time for discovery and invention. This is when the production designer and the art department develop ideas and create the blueprints for the design of the piece.
In this intensive course, experienced Production Designer David McHenry explores this creative journey and helps participants to develop their individual creative design approach from first initial ideas to final visuals, plans and models.

Building on our introductory course Technical Drawing for Film and TV, the aim is to offer participants the tools and the support to develop and progress their skills to the next level in the art department.

Course Outline

Participants will be sent a film script in advance of the course, which they will be asked to read in its entirety before focusing in on one particular scene.
They will then prepare by sourcing visual research material in response to the first reading. This can include ideas for furnishing, colour, fabrics, texture and architecture.

Over two intensive weeks participants will analyse the screenplay, focusing on one major set, and develop a unique design concept of their own. Under the guidance of David McHenry participants will produce working drawings, plans, visuals and models which they can present as part of their portfolio.

A screening of the film will conclude the course, allowing final assessment of each participant’s development.

David McHenry - Tutor Profile

David McHenry is a Production Designer and Art Director with thirty years’ experience in the film & TV industry. His feature credits include: SAMMY AND ROSIE GET LAID (1987), SHINE (1996), BECOMING JANE (2007), and most recently, JACKBOOTS ON WHITEHALL (2010). Extensive TV credits include KAVANAGH QC and INSPECTOR MORSE.

David McHenry on IMDb

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Times: 10am-5pm
Capacity: Max. 8 participants
Fee: £650

How to apply

We invite applications from those with prior technical drawing experience who need to improve their skills, and those wanting to progress to the next level in the art department.

To apply please submit the following items (email applications preferred):

• Application Form (click to download)
• CV
• Personal Statement
  (i.e. a few brief paragraphs explaining why you’re applying for the course, what you hope to gain from it etc.)

In addition, we may ask you to submit work samples in support of your CV. We will contact applicants separately if this is required.

Once your application has been approved we will provide you with instructions for booking your place online.

Please note: we can only process applications for this workshop once new dates have been confirmed. In the meantime, please register your interest by email.

Email us:
Carolyn Atherton:
workshops@lfs.org.uk

Telephone us:
+44 (0)20 7836 9642