A must-have resource for any filmmaker helming a period piece. Whether you're a set designer, concept artist, director, or producer, this book is the definitive hands-on guide for nailing the look and feel of your non-contemporary setting movie. Visually stunning, with real-world illustrations and designs laced throughout, this book is the ultimate bridge between concept development and set design. Understand how old-world and historical settings are brought to life in the shows and movies you love, and learn how to apply these techniques and concepts to your own production. The book includes lessons and insight you can't find anywher else, including: * Techniques for creating historical settings across a wide array of eras, from medieval to the early 1900s * The working relationship between concept artists, set designers, and directors * How concept artists and set designers can benefit from analyzing scripts and breaking down scenes * Digital workflows for artists, including working with Wacom tablets and various 3D software * Traditional artistic workflow- exercises to improve your illustration skills, composition and framing, tips for working on a tight schedule.