TA 135A - History of Costume Design in Film

    Recent Professors
    Pamela Shaw
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2024, Spring 2024
    Class Size
    20–25 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    The history of the development of the art of film costume design from the first costume designers to present. A study of diverse aesthetic theories of costume design in relationship to production design, art direction and cinematography. Analysis of the contribution of outstanding costume designers for cinema, television and filmed entertainment. Study the influence of cinema costume design and resulting film costumes on society and culture through fashion. Lectures, discussions and reading along with viewing representative films.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:05pm, Mon Wed 2:20pm–3:40pm, Mon Wed 9:35am–11:20am