Basic Attendance
Construct the final prop as the actors will use it. Take high-quality photographs for your portfolio, arranging them in a way that tells the story of your work.
Work in CMYK for items destined for standard commercial printing, or RGB if utilizing specialized digital printers or designing for on-screen playback devices (e.g., fictional UI designs for phones or monitors). Clearance and Fictional Branding
Annie Atkins’ work on Wes Anderson’s film is the gold standard of graphic prop design. From the intricate pastel packaging of Mendl’s chocolate boxes to the meticulously typeset newspapers of the fictional country of Zubrowka, every graphic element emphasized the whimsical, melancholic tone of the narrative. Blade Runner 2049
Gather authentic source materials, such as vintage telegrams or period-accurate typography, to use as reference. Concept & Sketching:
Designers must create flat, highly accurate technical layouts (dielines) for the construction department to wrap around physical 3D objects, boxes, and cans.
You cannot legally use real brand logos, phone numbers, or copyrighted artwork without permission.