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How prop design transports actors into a different world: Annie Atkins on career tips, Wes Anderson and more
The prop designer behind some of the industry’s best loved films talks career advice, how to get into prop design, a new book, historical accuracy and more.
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Headlining April’s Nicer Tuesdays was Annie Atkins, the revered prop designer behind many Hollywood and cult classics including
The Grand Budapest Hotel, Isle of Dogs and
Bridge of Spies. In a Q&A with our editor-in-chief Matt Alagiah, the Dublin-based designer took us through her career beginnings, from working in advertising to studying a Master’s degree in film, which landed her a role in the BBC adaptation of
Picks of the month: the best design events in May
Our choice of things to do in the coming month include an insight into Camille Walala’s creative process and an exhibition about the history of sneakers. May 4, 2021 4:59 pm
Online talks: Right Aligned, from Coventry Design Festival
While Coventry Design Festival is not returning until May 2022, the team has devised a series of online talks in an attempt to inspire creative minds during lockdown. Right Aligned has so far had sit-downs with studios including Koto and Two times Elliott, while the upcoming programme promises more candid insights into the world of design. Throughout May, it will be in conversation with Studio Bellow founder Gareth Rutter as well as Orca studio which specialises in branding challenger start-ups. Later in the month, there will be talks with Middle Boop’s Gordon Reid and design studio Sea.