Scenic Paint Process
Macine made it clear early on that this design would rely heavily on precise scenic paint treatments. It became the most daring aspect of the process, as the visuals were highly specific and had to be executed on scrims- two of which moved back and forth across the set. Painting on such a transparent material posed a unique challenge, requiring careful control of water content and pressure to ensure the right consistency and opacity. The checkered floor also demanded exact precision; we spent a great deal of time securing and aligning the masking tape to achieve clean, crisp lines. One of the most enjoyable elements to paint was the cloudscape on the semicircular scrim in the back, using a dry brush technique that mimicked the natural, flowing quality of real clouds.