Introduction: For this project I will create a miniature set from the movie Suspiria (1977). I will act as a set designer and artist. This movie set is very intricate and will test my abilities of precision and observation.This set can act as a reference for lighting or prop designers. When completed I will shoot and edit a short stop motion film on the set.
My roles: set designer | artist | drafter
Abstract: My goals are to focus on the accuracy and translation of turning a 2D photograph into a scaled 3D model. Based on provided 2D photographs and research of this particular movie scene at De Paoli Studios, in Rome Italy; I will determine the appropriate estimated measurements of the set, which include props, floor tiles, wall ornamentation, columns, doorways, stairways, lights, plants, and the wall height between each story. With these estimated real life measurements I will use the 1”=1 scale, to scale down the set for my model.
By using appropriate materials, tools, and skills learned from drafting, studio art and set design classes; I will make this set look as realistic as possible in 1” scale. Also I will try to source materials by recycling, or being frugal. This process will be documented. The final result will be used as an actual set for a short stop motion video (unrelated to movie), and photographs in different lighting, in order to prove versatility.
Skills include: measuring, scaling, drafting, accuracy, precision, painting, attention to detail, creativity, photography, stop motion film, film editing
My process: I will begin with studying photographs of the movie set of the entranceway. I will sketch my observations, and prepare a list of estimated real life measurements of the set. This measurement list will then be converted in 1” scale measurements. I will carefully choose materials needed to make the set accurate. First walls and flooring must be painted, and assembled.Tiling must be scaled and cut for floors and walls. Then tiny props must be painted and constructed to place in the set. When the building process is over, the set can then be photographed in assorted lighting. As well as a simple stop motion film, can be shot in the set.
