About

Costume Designer & Artist, IATSE 829

An enthusiastic learner, maker, and storyteller, Devon has found her niche in the world of Costume.

Through her design work, she examines the way modes of dress have chronicled the values of society and individual character. She delights in diving into a project from inception to execution, and is persistent in pursuit of elevating detail. She has a passion for incorporating real world historical elements in innovative ways, finding those elements through research, and working with her collaborators to bring stories and characters to life.  

Education     

University of CA, Los Angeles MFA Design for Theatre and Entertainment Media
Pomona College                       BA Theatre & BA Studio Art                                            
Universität Wien                       Textile Design                                        

Awards

Swarovski Foundation Swarovski Shooting Star; Excellence in Costume Design
University of CA, Los Angeles. Joel Siegel Fellowship
Claremont Colleges David Ken Schoell Prize for Outstanding Costume Design
Pomona College Flintridge Art Grant
Claremont Colleges                          David Ken Schoell Memorial Grant         
International Thespian Society        1st Place Costume Construction, Florida                   
South Florida Cappies                      Costume Design – A Flea in Her Ear                         

Skills

Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Domestic and Industrial Sewing Machines and Overlock, Historical Fashion Expertise, Research, MAYA, Zbrush, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Procreate, Microsoft, Tailoring, Draping, Pattern Drafting, Hand Sewing, Aging/Dyeing, Screen Printing, Painting, Drawing, Sculpting, Millinery, Weaving, Textile Design, Plaster Casting, Woodworking, Jewelry Design, Embroidery, Appliqué, Shopping, Stage and Special Effects Makeup, Working with NYC MTO shops, Conversational German and French