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WE ALSO PROUDLY CONGRATULATE OUR NOMINATED PRODUCTION DESIGNERS, ART DIRECTORS AND SET DECORATORS
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WELCOME BFDG PRODUCTION DESIGN AWARDS How wonderful it is that we are all here to celebrate 75 years as the British Film Designers Guild and our Production Design Awards 2021. In 1946, the BFDG was formed with the aim of raising the standards and profile of the Art Department. These core principles of promoting excellence in film and television art departments still hold today and this is why we are here tonight, to celebrate our members’ work. Congratulations to all of the nominees and I wish you all the best of luck this evening. The last two years have been challenging and I would particularly like to thank all our sponsors who have stood by us during this time, whilst sending a very warm welcome to our new sponsors - we value you all. Also a huge thank you to our members, who believe in our creative community and have continued to support us. Since the Guild’s 70th Anniversary in 2016, we have doubled in size from 336 members to 630, spanning all levels of the Art Department from our new student membership to heads of department. So how has the BFDG invested in the membership during 2021? Let us remind ourselves of some of the main things we have managed to roll out in 2021 for our members and the Art Department generally. These reflect our core principles and objectives of raising the profile of the Art Department. Providing an environment for members to meet socially and professionally with organisations allied to out industry and furthering the standards of professional conduct and achievement, to inspire and encourage new membership. In reaction to concerns from members about standards in the Art Department, we set up and rolled out a bespoke mentoring scheme in collaboration with ScreenSkills. We continued to run Portfolio Surgeries and developåed Mentoring Surgeries for underrepresented groups within the Art Department. Recently we Introduced a membership card and BFDG email signature for all members, to validate their accredited membership. In January this year we held our first student event - How to Get into the Art Department, which was a great success. And, in spite of Covid, we continued to run multiple online events, including our AGM, Portfolio Surgeries, a series of very well received Design Forum webinars and the highlight of the year, the 2020 Virtual Production Design Awards. Many congratulations to all of the winners, some of whom are with us tonight. We also saw some other changes in 2021. We welcomed Sally Debonnaire OBE, Director of Production at ITV Studios as our newest Patron and also made some office management changes resulting in us now having a strong permanent part time team. Sadly we are saying goodbye to Mads who has been the heart and soul of the Guild for the last 12 years and has been instrumental in engineering its growth and prosperity. We wish her a very happy retirement. I’d also like to praise and thank our board of members who form the management committee and meet virtually every month - thank you for your perseverance and patience! Special thanks to my fellow officers too: Anne Clemens (Secretary), Malcolm Stone (Treasurer) and Blair Barnette (Vice-Chair) who will be taking over from me at the next AGM. As to the future the BFDG will continue to go from strength to strength as a welcoming community of Art Department creatives and designers and as a beacon of Art Department excellence who continue to invest in their members. We have some exciting plans for the future which we will share with members and our valued sponsors as they all come to fruition, but in the meantime, and most importantly, we will keep listening to you, our members. Together we are stronger. Sonja Klaus BFDG Chairperson
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MEMOIRS OF AN AGEING TREASURER MALCOLM STONE LOOKS BACK ON HIS YEARS WITH THE BFDG My earliest memory of a Guild meeting was around 1982 in the Gatsby Room, Pinewood, Charles Bishop was Chairman. Charlie was reporting back on the untimely death of Terry Parr, a renowned Production Buyer who had served as the Guild Treasurer. Charlie pointed out how important this job was for the Guild and asked for a volunteer to take it on. He was met by a thundering silence. There were no takers. Then he said that if no one would take it on it would mean the end of the Guild.
After a two-year commitment the tradition of a retiring Chair nominating his successor came about after the Graysmark, Merton, Lamont triumvirate found that ‘democratically’ the membership, (between 70 to 90 at that time) would vote for one of them rather than put themselves forward. So it was decided that a retiring Chair would nominate his successor whom they had to ensure would not only be seriously willing to do the job, but also would develop the Guild from where their predecessor had left off.
I began to think, “well I’ve only just joined, and I’d like to see what it’s all about”, so I muttered that I didn’t know much about it but I was willing to have a go. At which I was instantly accepted with a stack of files and a king-sized blue ledger being thrust into my hands. I can still hear Dennis Bosher chuckling “Job for Life”.
My time as Chairman was defined by creating and editing an illustrated monthly newsletter which has now evolved into the current far-reaching website. After twenty-five years I decided that it was time to retire. I had managed to pay off the £6000 overdraft that had been left with me. I had dealt with a member who after our rates changed paid the new high rate and despite my annual requests for him to cancel continued to pay the old rate as well. (When he died, I had put his extra subs aside and was able to give his widow a nice lump sum).
The blue ledger contained an alphabetical list of every Guild member with a record of their paidup subs, written in Terry Parr’s immaculate copper plate script to which for years, before I learnt how to use an Excel spreadsheet, I would add my scrawl. This was a great record of Guild history as when someone stopped paying you wrote “Lapsed” or “Deceased” on their page, whichever was more appropriate. (Lapsed did at least offer the chance of them re-joining). As Treasurer I attended most of the monthly meetings chaired at first by John Graysmark, Peter Lamont and Peter Merton ably assisted by our secretary John French who was a tremendous help to me in letting me know what I had to do, as was Peter Lamont. To outsiders many had the impression that the Guild was an old pals club. This was far from the truth; our meetings were friendly and full of humour, but we never lost sight that the purpose of the Guild was to maintain and improve the status of the Art Department. I remember from early times that new members were invited to attend committee meetings so that they could see what we were about and were universally treated with warmth, charm, and respect. 10
Once again it was difficult to find a new person to take on the task. It happened, but now after ten years our two recent treasurer’s have moved on, and though we are frustrated by a Byzantinely regulated bank, I have been persuaded to have another go at it. Dennis Bosher’s “Job for life” echoes in my ears. Please don’t make it so. There’s a limit to how much new technology I can absorb!
If you think you could be the person the Guild needs to take on the role of Treasurer and allow Malcolm to take his well earned retirement we would love to hear from you.
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THE NOMINATIONS THE BFDG PRODUCTION DESIGN AWARDS 2021 THE PETER LAMONT SPOTLIGHTING NEW TALENT AWARD – SUPPORTED BY NETFLIX
SPOTLIGHTING NEW TALENT NOMINEES BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
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INDEPENDENT TV DRAMA INCLUDING MINI SERIES, TV MOVIE OR LIMITED SERIES
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We’re delighted to sponsor the Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award. Britain’s designers are renowned the world over for their creativity and artistic excellence, and it is this talent that plays such an integral role in helping people escape into the world of storytelling. At Netflix we’re committed to supporting Britain’s creative industry for the long term. We’re working with local talent right across the length and breadth of the UK to make great stories for our 214m members globally. We’re also investing significantly in training and development through our Grow Creative programme which is helping to bridge the skills gap, upskill the UK creative community, and improve diversity head-on.” — Netflix
This award was renamed in honour of Production Designer, and former BFDG Chairman, Peter Lamont. Peter was always keen to help and support young talent in the Art Department and as this award’s intention is to highlight the future stars of the next generation of filmmakers the BFDG thought it would be a fitting tribute to dedicate this award to him.
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FRAN TESEI JUNIOR MODEL MAKER I am an architect from Italy who currently lives and works in London. I initially moved to the UK because of my interest in digital manufacturing. I have always been keen to learn how to use the latest technologies and apply them to contemporary design. Secretly dreaming of having my workshop, I spent the early part of my career working for architectural practices before transitioning to the Film Industry. Three years ago, I decided to take a leap of faith after receiving the offer to work as a model maker on ‘Infinite’. I could never imagine loving a job experience as much as I did when I worked for John Frankish. Since then, I have had thrilling experiences on ‘Avenue 5’ and ‘Aquaman 2’. I am deeply grateful for everything that this Industry has taught me and the great colleagues I had the chance to meet. In the next few years, I hope to keep walking on this path and collaborate more with the other Departments.
AVENUE 5 PRODUCTION DESIGNER SIMON BOWLES INFINITE PRODUCTION DESIGNER CHRIS SEAGERS
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MIA FARDY PETTY CASH BUYER My love of film & TV started when I snuck into the TV room whilst my parents were watching Moulin Rouge, not the most appropriate movie for a 7-year-old but I was captivated by the lights, costumes and most importantly the sets! I didn’t realise then that this fantastical world of design could be a career but after graduating from university, those dreams came true when I was offered work experience on ‘Outlander’, introducing me to the amazing world of set dressing. Wanting to learn more, I applied for a ScreenSkills traineeship, where I got to work on ‘1917’ in Graphics and Set Dec. I was able to grow my prop making, research and organisational skills that led me onto my next job on ‘Batman’, where I discovered a love for prop buying and even the paperwork that comes with it! My current position as a buyer on ‘Wonka’ has allowed me to continue with the sourcing and dressing aspects that I love but I’ve also been able to work closely with the drapes team by sourcing the set’s fabrics. All the people I’ve worked with so far have made my experience unforgettable and I cannot wait to see what the next chapter holds!
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SARA ORTIZ-CORTIJO ART DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT My family used to take me to the cinema at least once a week when I was a kid, and since then it has been my dream to work in the movies. Life however led me into designing environments for the real world, working for several years as a Project Architect at a major practice in London. I continued being in love with film design and following a trip with a friend to Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, a couple of years ago, where all the wonders of the Art Department are on display, I realised I must change trains. I looked for courses on set design and enrolled in several of them in my spare time. Trying to find a job in the industry while working was a struggle, and making the decision to quit my job and make the jump was scary, but I have no regrets. An opportunity appeared soon enough to join the team on The Power at Ealing, and now The Meg 2. I simply love it. To be part of such an amazing world full of creative and talented people is thrilling. I am really grateful to all the people who supported me over the years and helped me to get through the door. There is nothing like working in what really inspires you. It is a privilege to wake up looking forward to the day ahead. To go to the studios every day, to help create a story by designing and drawing its scenarios, to visit the workshops and talk to the crews, to see how the sets get built … it´s all so enjoyable. I can truly say I have found my path. I couldn’t be happier and I´m really excited about everything that’s still to come.
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OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO THE ART DEPARTMENT AWARD SUPPORTED BY WARNER BROS. STUDIOS, LEAVESDEN We are delighted to support The British Film Designer’s Guild and their annual Production Design Awards. These awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of our incredible Production Design and Art Departments working in the UK film and TV industry today. They shine the light on the talented individuals whose contributio ns bring film and TV productions to life on our screens. It’s been a remarkable year for the UK film and TV industry and we’re proud to have been home to some fantastic film and TV drama productions. It’s been a pleasure working again with familiar faces and welcoming and nurturing new talent across departments. This year has brought new opportunities for us to focus on diversity and inclusion, and we’re excited to see positive changes taking place across our industry. Many congratulations to all this year’s very worthy nominees. Emily Stillman Senior Vice President, Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden
DOMINIC LAVERY CONCEPT ARTIST In the early 90s, after completing 6 years of further education in various art fields I spent some time lost in the world of illustration doing book and video covers but also numerous private art commissions including a large oil painting of a champion chicken (long story) and the occasional painted leather jacket. But my first love in art was to visualise the unknown, create worlds and those that inhabit them. So in the early 90s, spurred on by the influence of great artists like Syd Mead, H R Giger and Ron Cobb and not knowing at all what I was doing, I decided to pursue a career in the movies. It took me a number of years to finally get my well trodden foot through the Art Department door but in early 1995, whilst showing some work at Creature FX I was told a big French SciFi film had moved into Pinewood. I showed Dan Weil, the production designer my work and bingo! I was given my first real concept art role. That film was The Fifth Element and I have not stopped since. In the years that have followed I have been so lucky to work with so many amazing Production designers, directors, producers and crew on projects both large and small, live action and animation. Many of these crew members went on to become good friends. Even on the most challenging of productions it’s the crew that will pull it through. As dear Peter Lamont said to me one day “The team is everything!” Thank you Guild for honoring this humbled, scruffy artist who dared to do something different all those years ago. CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE... OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO THE ART DEPARTMENT AWARD
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OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION TO THE ART DEPARTMENT AWARD SUPPORTED BY WARNER BROS. STUDIOS, LEAVESDEN DORRIE YOUNG SENIOR DRAFTSPERSON It seems like I always knew I wanted to work in the Art Department. I used to sneak out of bed in the middle of the night to watch films in secret, entranced by behind-the-scenes documentaries. My Dad was a cabinet maker. He had an old drawing board in his workshop, so he was my first teacher. He often let me fiddle around on the board while he was working. When it came to getting a job in the film industry though, I had absolutely no clue. Every careers advisor I’ve ever had looked at me as if I’d started speaking in tongues when I announced I was going to work in the Art Department. It’s not the sort of thing people did. I did courses at the City Lit, I worked in a shop while using my holidays to work for free on TV shoots and furiously practised my drawing skills on that same old drawing board of my Dad’s, now installed in my flat. The now defunct FT2 scheme proved to be the boost I needed to finally make inroads. One of the things I’ve loved the most about my time in the Art Department, is the sense of community and support I’ve always felt. People have been generous in giving their time and expertise to help the development of others, and I have had many amazing teachers. I believe passionately that our strength is in that community, and our ability to foster and develop our skills and talent pool. In my work with BECTU, I have fought to level the playing field, to make it possible to retain our talent, and attract those who may not have the resources to work for low pay. I am so delighted that the art department now has a strong and dedicated committee to represent us. As a mentor I have tried to encourage the enthusiasm of my mentees, while passing on some of the wisdom I learned from my own mentors, with a heavy bias towards pencil draughting, obviously! I felt such a sense of pride the day I stood at a junior’s drawing board and said, like my mentors said to me: ‘have you got a bit of trace?’ I plan to continue to work on my skills as a teacher, and develop my role as a senior draughtsperson to include mentoring within the Art Departments I work in.
SAYING GOODBYE & THANK YOU MADS BUSHNELL This year the Guild will be saying goodbye to one of its longest serving administrators. After 12 years of service to the Guild’s Operations Manager, Mads Bushnell will be stepping down in April to enjoy her retirement. Mads’ interview, originally for the job of Administrator, took place in the coffee shop at Pinewood with then Chairman Kevin Phipps, whose dear friend and colleague Peter Lamont had mentioned in passing that he knew someone perfect for the job. Of course Kevin recognised her the moment she walked through the door, and immediately decided she was exactly what the Guild needed. Peter was naturally right, even if it was his own daughter! Taking over from Mary Krauss in 2010, Mads took to the job like a duck to water, and has since been the rock and driving force behind the transformation of the Guild - from an old boys club, to the professional organisation it is today. While each Chairperson travelled the world, Mads was always there to keep things running. She has expertly steered us through a rebrand, helped to reposition our offering and upscale our Awards, and modernised the operation which in return has meant the Guild has gone from strength to strength. Mads, thank you for everything you have done. The BFDG will miss you hugely! 40
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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD PETER RUSSELL SUPERVISING ART DIRECTOR About the time I left school the industry was having a massive slump with little film production and no openings for new starters. At this time there were no opportunities for higher education courses in Film Design, so I chose to train as a teacher. Once qualified I took a job at a school in Hemel Hempstead, but didn't enjoy the experience. So I kept pestering Dad's old colleagues and eventually Tony Rimmington weakened and got me an interview with Stuart Craig and Norman Dorme on Saturn III. Sadly while we worked away, next door a minor Ridley Scott film called ‘Alien’ was being made and the Sci-Fi rule book went out the window! Over the next few years I gained more drafting experience and did less tea making. I also picked up some location work, notably 11 months in India working for John Box on David Lean's ‘A Passage to India’. 1985 found me back at Pinewood working for LA Effects - the model unit of ‘Aliens’. The work was cool but I could have done without the Saturday morning rant from James Cameron! ‘Chicago Joe and the Show Girl’ was one of the first shows I Art Directed, but more importantly, was the first time I worked for Gemma Jackson. Since then I have managed to work for her on several shows including ‘Finding Neverland’ and ‘Aladdin’. Another Designer I have been lucky to work for on several occasions is Gavin Bocquet. It's a little known fact that we both started our careers on the same film on the same day, and look where we both are now! In1993 Gavin dragged me to Wilmington NC to Art Direct ‘Radioland Murders’ for George Lucas. The film was missable, but it formed the template for a more significant Lucasfilm project - The Star Wars Trilogy. I supervised all three episodes for Gavin in both the UK and Australia. 2001 offered me probably my strangest job. Starting in Brooklyn and then in California I spent 8 months staying with Francis Coppla developing his vanity project ‘Megalopolis’. We showed him how to cook curry and he gave us lots of little jobs which had nothing to do with movies! I think eventually boredom set in on both sides and we parted. As proof that all careers have their ups and downs, in 2002 I did my one and only Production Design Job. Twelve bloody weeks in Romania trapped in a room with a 4ft tall homicidal puppet called Chucky. It took a long time to get over ‘Seed of Chucky! Between 2003 and 2007 my time was split between the UK, on shows like ‘Stardust’ and ‘Angels and Demons’ and, in Australia, on projects based around Sydney, Melbourne and the Gold Coast. It was then back to the cooler climes of the UK for ‘Gulliver's Travels’ and ‘Jack the Giant Slayer’. More recently ‘Fury’, ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children’ and ‘Aladdin’ proved successful, as did both ‘Wonder Woman’ 1 & 2. For almost the last 3 years Gemma Jackson and I have been tip-toeing through the Covid minefield working on HBO's ‘The Nevers’, which was finished just before Christmas 2021. Fingers crossed that everyone has a negative 2022! We wish Peter many congratulations this evening for winning the BFDG’s Lifetime Achievement Award.
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