The Haunted Histories of Hartlepool

In a recent project, myself and the rest of 2^nd year Production Design students were given a live brief to build a street set for a fictional TV drama series, titled The Haunted Histories of Hartlepool, inspired by Hartlepool’s rich and historic past as a shipping port and commercial centre.

The Haunted Histories of Hartlepool

First hand research was conducted by observing and photographing Victorian buildings from around Hartlepool and used this research to create initial concept sketches and illustrations. From these initial sketches, technical drawings and models were produced, which allowed for an insight and visualisation into the building process, which led to the development of full-size buildings, props, street furniture and scenic painting.

The Apothecary and 'Newton's' Shaving Room 

This project was designed to showcase and expand concept development and construction skills, all requirements of the production design industry. In addition, it shows the development of some exciting team work and dedication by all students involved, as well as the specialist staff at CCAD. The street is completed to a high level of detail and finished to industry standards. This live brief has allowed for all student involved to gain knowledge and skills of concept development, evaluation of designs, construction techniques, paint finishes, foam carving and specialist finishing techniques.

The street is open for public viewing on weekdays 10am – 4pm until the 24^th April 2016, at Cleveland College of Art and Design, Church Square, Hartlepool, TS24 7EX

http://hartlepool.ccad.ac.uk/haunted-histories/