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The Designing Character Through Costume Talk will be held at Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh on 10 October 2026. The talk focuses on how costume design supports storytelling on screen. The price is to be checked on the event's website.
Discover how costume design supports storytelling on screen. From Peaky Blinders to Dune, Robert Macfarlane has worked as a designer on television and film for over 14 years. A graduate of the award-winning costume design course at Edinburgh College of Art, Macfarlane is passionate about the importance of clothing to character development and storytelling. Learn how he approaches key stages in the design process, from collaboration with creative teams to practical considerations in production, with reference to his professional experience in the industry. Robert Macfarlane credits include Costume Designer on Channel 4's Screw, BBC's Peaky Blinders and Das Boot for Hulu and Assistant Costume Designer for Dune. Tickets £15 (includes entry to Costume Couture: 60 Years of Cosprop from 5pm before the talk) Every ticket sold supports the work of The Dovecot Foundation to advance visual art, craft and design in all its forms. Please note that tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and may not be exchanged unless due to extenuating circumstances. If you are unable to attend an event please contact Dovecot on 0131 550 3660 or info@dovecotstudios.com to inform the Front of House Team. Image Credit: Robert Leop Macfarlane
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Designing Character Through Costume Talk takes place on Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 00:30.
Designing Character Through Costume Talk is held at Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh (10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LT).
Tickets for Designing Character Through Costume Talk can be booked via dovecotstudios.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Designing Character Through Costume Talk will be held at Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh on 10 October 2026. The talk focuses on how costume design supports storytelling on screen. The price is to be checked on the event's website.
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Discover how costume design supports storytelling on screen. From Peaky Blinders to Dune, Robert Macfarlane has worked as a designer on television and film for over 14 years. A graduate of the award-winning costume design course at Edinburgh College of Art, Macfarlane is passionate about the importance of clothing to character development and storytelling. Learn how he approaches key stages in the design process, from collaboration with creative teams to practical considerations in production, with reference to his professional experience in the industry. Robert Macfarlane credits include Costume Designer on Channel 4's Screw, BBC's Peaky Blinders and Das Boot for Hulu and Assistant Costume Designer for Dune. Tickets £15 (includes entry to Costume Couture: 60 Years of Cosprop from 5pm before the talk) Every ticket sold supports the work of The Dovecot Foundation to advance visual art, craft and design in all its forms. Please note that tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and may not be exchanged unless due to extenuating circumstances. If you are unable to attend an event please contact Dovecot on 0131 550 3660 or info@dovecotstudios.com to inform the Front of House Team. Image Credit: Robert Leop Macfarlane
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When is Designing Character Through Costume Talk?
Designing Character Through Costume Talk takes place on Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 00:30.
Where is Designing Character Through Costume Talk taking place?
Designing Character Through Costume Talk is held at Dovecot Studios in Edinburgh (10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1LT).
How do I get tickets for Designing Character Through Costume Talk?
Tickets for Designing Character Through Costume Talk can be booked via dovecotstudios.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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