Xencelabs welcomes Gina DeDomenico Costume Concept Artist to December’s Artist Spotlight
Gina DeDomenico, is one of the industry’s most prolific Costume Concept Artists, having worked on blockbuster films such as A Star is Born, The Hateful Eight, Django Unchained, The Magnificent 7, The Help, Jumanji, and Nightmare Alley. She is also the concept artist for popular television shows such as The Boys, Picard, Titans, American Horror Story, Preacher, Doom Patrol, and Stargirl. Beyond film and TV, Gina has lent her talents to stars like John Legend, Lionel Richie, Madonna, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Barry Manilow, illustrating costumes for their various tours.
Gina started her career in the industry after graduating from Parsons School of Design in New York, where she was awarded the Bob Mackie Gold Thimble award for her achievements. Following graduation, she began as a Fashion Design assistant which eventually led her to a movie set, where she discovered Costume Illustration and concept art for film and TV.
Even in her pre-digital years, Gina was considered the industry’s top Illustrator. Working for Oscar award winning designer Ruth Carter on projects such as Malcom X and Amistad, as well as being the go-to illustrator for fan favorites such as Star Trek First Contact, Galaxy Quest, and Escape from LA. Gina then left the industry for ten years to raise her three daughters.
Today, Gina is a regular Concept Artist for the DC Streaming Universe, working on 5 shows simultaneously. She also lends her skills to UCLA, teaching classes on Illustration and Digital Illustration. She attends the San Diego Comic Con annually and speaks on panels discussing Concept Artistry and suit design for superhero characters.
CONNECT WITH GINA AT:
Website: illustratedbygina.com
Instagram: / illustratedbygina
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Contents of this video:
0:00 - Introduction to Gina DeDomenico
0:10 - How long have you worked in your profession?
0:17 - Schooled or self-taught?
0:37 - Favorite movie when you were a kid and favorite movie now?
0:58 - Go to comfort food?
1:07 - Where did you go to school?
1:35 - What drew you to your area of specialty?
2:33 - Is there anything you wish you had learned sooner?
3:04 - Early Bird or Night Owl?
3:22 - Do you prefer working from home or in office?
3:37 - Do you work in silence, or do you need music/movie/sound around you?
4:12 - Describe your ideal setting for a creative project you would be working on?
4:43 - 3 music genre must haves?
4:59 - Is there a movie or video game that you wish you could have worked on?
5:38 - Do you have any advice on how to stay motivated?
6:07 - What is your favorite season?
6:27 - What tips you have for inspiration?
6:45 - What would be your spirit animal?
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2 июл 2024
