Editing Scenic design (section)

== Elements of scenic design ==
Scenic design involves several key elements:
* '''Set pieces''': These are physical structures, such as platforms, walls, and furniture, that define the spatial environment of the performance. Set pieces are carefully constructed to reflect the time period, location, and atmosphere of the story.
* '''Props''': Objects used by actors during a performance, which help to establish the setting and enhance the narrative. Props can range from everyday objects to fantastical items, and they are integral to the story, helping to reveal character traits, advance the plot, or symbolize themes.
* [[File:Christmas Pantomime Burke expedition John Hennings Dec1861.jpg|thumb|The Christmas Pantomime at the Theatre Royal', scenic backdrop by John Hennings, commemorating the tragic Burke and Wills expedition.]]'''Backdrops''': Painted or digitally projected backdrops and flat scenery that create the illusion of depth and perspective on stage. These elements help establish the overall mood of the scene and can be as detailed or abstract as the design requires. With advances in technology, projections and digital elements now allow for dynamic, evolving backdrops that enhance the visual storytelling.
* '''Lighting''': Setting the tone, ambiance, and focal point of the performance, lighting design is an essential component of scenic design. Advances in lighting technology have expanded the range of possibilities, enabling designers to control color, intensity, and movement.
* '''Functionality:''' In order to meet the demands of the actors, crew, and technical specifications of the show, and sets must be useful and practical. When building the set, designers have to take accessibility, perspectives, entrances, and exits into account. Functionality ensures that the set can support the physical actions of the actors, accommodate scene changes, and maintain safety standards. Finding a balance between artistic design and practical design is a fundamental part of for overall design. 
* '''Scenic Art and Painting:''' Scenic artistry involves creating highly detailed, realistic paintings that enhance the visual storytelling of a production. Scenic artists paint backdrops, textures, and other elements that bring a designer's vision to life. They use a range of traditional and modern techniques, including trompe l'oeil (fooling the eye), texture application, and faux finishes to create realistic or abstract environments on stage.<ref name=":3">{{Cite book |last=Crabtree |first=Susan |url=https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781136027468 |title=Scenic Art for the Theatre |last2=Beudert |first2=Peter |date=2012-09-10 |publisher=Routledge |isbn=978-1-136-02746-8 |edition=0 |language=en |doi=10.4324/9780080489681}}</ref> As digital and mechanized techniques have advanced, scenic artists now also incorporate technologies such as computer-generated imagery (CGI) and digital projection into their work.<ref name=":3" />