Netflix Artisans from 'Wednesday,' 'Beef,' and 'Stranger Things' Discuss Their Essential Creative Tools
By
Jazz Tangcay
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Summary
Variety's "For the Love of the Craft" series, presented by Netflix, features interviews with artisans behind Netflix's biggest shows. The article highlights the essential tools these craftspeople need for their work, including "Stranger Things" makeup department head Eryn Kruger Mekash discussing the importance of brushes, and "Wednesday's" co-music supervisor Jen sharing her essential tools. The piece focuses on the simplicity and necessity of key creative tools in television production.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledI could not do my job without would be a simple brush, whether it be an airbrush or just a handheld brush.
Every artist needs one key tool to do their job.
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