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C O S T U M E D I S T R E S S I N G
Yerma
University of Michigan, February 2020
Distressing for this show was done primarily with Crayola washable paints, as the costume pieces would be restored post show if possible. Specifically, the designer wanted "mud" added to the hems of garments, so this involved mixing different shades of brown depending on the color of the costume piece. In addition to paint, some of the costumes were also distressed using sandpaper and wire brushes to give them a worn look.
Costume Design by Saawan Tiwari
Photography by Peter Smith
The Grapes of Wrath
University of Michigan, December 2019
Distressing for this show was done primarily with spray paints, as the clothes didn't need to be restored post show. Paint colors included Walnut Wood Tone, October Brown, and Black. In addition to paint, the costumes were also distressed using sandpaper and wire brushes.
Costume Design by Christianne Myers
Photography by Kyle Steven Prue
La Boheme
University of Michigan, November 2019
This painter's smock was distressed using washable Crayola paints, as it needed to be restored post show. Additionally, it was dip-dyed by our shop Crafts Artisan to tone down the brightness of the smock.
Costume Design by Christianne Myers
Photography by Peter Smith
Sweeney Todd
University of Michigan, April 2019
Distressing for this show was done with a variety of methods, including pre-val sprays, Versatex paints, and washable hair color sprays. A mix of permanent and non-permanent methods were used in distressing, as the period garments would be restored post show.
Costume Design by Jessica Hahn
Photography by Kyle Steven Prue
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