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In this Issue: In-person SDSA meetings and parties, Members in the News, founding members In Memorium and Editor Mimi Clarke hands-off The Buzz
The premiere issue of The Buzz was blasted to membership on September 11th, 2013.         
It was created to be a central place for information sharing and community, as well as promoting and celebrating members to each other. Jan Pascale was the first to be featured in the Set Decorator Spotlight, while Practical Props and Advanced Liquidators Studio Rentals were the first in the Business Members Spotlight.                                                                                                                                                                      
The SDSA has grown by leaps and bounds over these eleven years, with members now represented in 10 countries across the globe. We've seen the creation and success of the esteemed SDSA Film and Television Awards, now in their 5th season, and of the award winning video interview series, Inside the Set, the evolution of video versions of Day With The Set Decorator in both Atlanta and New York, the expansion of the SDSA website, and with video conferencing the new normal, the inclusion of Board of Directors representatives in the Northeast (New York), Southeast (Atlanta) and International (Canada) to name just a few of the impressive advancements the SDSA has made in that time.

Hopefully this newsletter has achieved those early goals and helped you to feel the intended sense of community and pride. I've always said, the best way to get the most from your SDSA membership is to participate, and I still wholeheartedly subscribe to that, but after  11 years, this Buzz-y Bee is in need of a nap. Its also time for a new look and a fresh voice. Jake Baer from Newel Props is taking the helm and will be your new editor-in-chief. He and his team have got some great ideas that I know you will enjoy. 
                                             
It has been my pleasure to captain this ship called The Buzz. Now, jump on in and enjoy today's issue and I'll see you at the next SDSA get-together!

With gratitude,

Mimi
Mimi Clarke
SDSA Business Member, Front Row Media
HOLIDAY PARTY
December 19th, 2024

The Alpha Companies 
 
The Alpha Companies graciously hosted a holiday luncheon party in Los Angeles this year. The Mariachis played as guests mingled and visited with each other, enjoying festive crafted cocktails and a delicious catered Mexican lunch.

Sexy Santa was there for photo ops and several folks went home with some really great raffle prizes. And with the true meaning of the season, toys were collected for Spark of Love, and U-Frame-It Gallery continued the tradition of collecting blankets and donations for Adopt a Senior for the Holidays.

 
Thank you to Alpha Props and to Ron Franco SDSA and his team of merry elves for hosting and coordinating this gathering, and thank you also to the Business Members who contributed to the day as well.

Advanced Liquidators Office Furniture and Studio Rental Sandy Rose Floral, Inc. | Tru – Tone | Heaven or Las Vegas | Badia Design Inc. | Jagoteq | Show Biz Balloons | Warner Bros. Studios Property | Universal Studios Property | Front Row Media
 

General Membership Meeting
November 14th, 2024
Jagoteq


New SDSA Business Member, Jagoteq, hosted a lovely membership meeting at
their  North Hollywood location.  It was amazing to see what they can do with
fiber optics and lasers! 

With several of us winning a Jagoteq cap in the prize raffle, it looks like we have
a new lighting gang at the SDSA!

Thank you for hosting Jagoteq and welcome to the SDSA!
General Membership Meeting & Spring Get Together
March 6th, 2024
prop N spoon


Business Member Prop N Spoon hosted the first official in person meeting of 2024. 
It was the perfect opportunity to meet the new East Coast SDSA Board Members
and show off what's happening at the prop house!
Membership Meeting & Open House
Friday. November 15th, 2024
Universal Studios - Atlanta Sign Shop

Food, drink, friends and fun were had by those who attended the SDSA member meeting and open house at Universal's sign shop at Assembly Studios in Atlanta.  The studio, located on the repurposed GM Assembly plant in Doraville, opened last fall.

Attendees were able to see the vast array of capabilities from Universal's Sign Shop, and SDSA members also received a special discount offer on their first sign shop order!

Thank you to Universal for hosting a fun evening!

 
‘A Man on the Inside’ Built Subtle Clues Into Its Retirement Home Production Design
IndieWire
Article

Set Decorator
Kimberly Wannop SDSA
House of Horrors: The 1980s design and decor of 'Monsters: The Menendez Brothers Story'
Film and Furniture
Article

Set Decorator 
Melissa Licht SDSA
Production Designer
Matthew Flood Ferguson SDSA
Interviews With “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” Production Designer, Set Decorator & The Hair/Makeup Team
Next Best Picture Podcast
Article

Set Decorator David Morison SDSA
For The Perfect Couple, Decorating the Perfect Nantucket Home
AD
Article
Set Decorator
Claire Kaufman SDSA

 
‘Lady in the Lake’ Created a ’60s Department Store in an Under Armour Gym
Indie Wire
Article
Set Decorator
Karuna Karmarkar SDSA
 
“MORE FRINGE”: PALM ROYALE's Iconic Sets with Ellen Reede
Grandma's Silver
Podcast
Set Decorator
Ellen Reede SDSA
The Force Grows Stronger as Carrie Fisher artifacts go on Display
Camarillo Acorn
Article
Set Decorator
Amanda Serino SDSA
Business Member
Pam Elyea, History for Hire

 
The Set Decorator and Donald Sutherland
Indie Wire
Article
Set Decorator
Amber Haley SDSA

 
The look of ‘Palm Royale’? Think opulence, 7,000 yards of fabric and stuffed flamingos
LA Times
Article
Set Decorator
Ellen Reede SDSA 
 
‘Palm Royale,’ the TV Series That Looks Like “a Movie From 1969 That Broke the Studio”
The Hollywood Reporter
Article + Video
Set Decorator
Ellen Reede SDSA
We’re Enamored With the Design in Ripley—Here Are Our Top 5 Favorite Details From the Thrilling Netflix Series
AD
Article
Set Decorator
Alessandra Querzola SDSA
Decorating Sensation "Dr. Christmas" Bob Pranga Joins Cast of "Fathers of the Bride"
KTLA 5
Article
Business Member
Bob Pranga, Dr Christmas

 
Check out the articles in SETDECOR ONLINE! 
  
INSIDE THE SET
with SETDECOR

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Regina Graves SDSA
& Production Designer François Audouy

THE BRUTALIST

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Patricia Cuccia SDSA 
& Production Designer Judy Becker

BLITZ

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Anna Pinnock
& Production Designer Adam Stockhausen
MARIA

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Sandro Piccarozzi
& Production Designer Guy Hendrix Dyas

 

GLADIATOR II

Video Interview with
Set Decorators Jille Azis & Elli Griff
& Production Designer Arthur Max

THE LORD OF THE RINGS:
RINGS OF POWER


Video Interview with
Set Decorator Tina Jones SDSA
& Production Designer Kristian Milsted

NOSFERATU

Video Interview with
Set Decorator
Beatrice Brentnerova SDSA
& Production Designer Craig Lathrop

WICKED

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Lee Sandales
& Production Designer Nathan Crowley

EMILIA PÉREZ

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Cécile Deleu
& Production Designer
Emmanuelle Duplay

CONCLAVE

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Cynthia Sleiter
& Production Designer Suzie Davies

ALIEN: ROMULUS

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Zsuzsanna Sipos
& Production Designer Naaman Marshall

DUNE : PART TWO

Video Interview with
Set Decorator Shane Vieau
& Production Designer Patrice Vermette
 
BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE

Video Interview with
Set Decorator David Morison SDSA
& Production Designer Mark Scruton
LADY IN THE LAKE:
Christmas Segment


A quick look at this chic vintage Christmas scene & what they uncovered...

Set Decorator
Karuna Karmarkar SDSA

 

SATURDAY NIGHT

Sets depicting that chaotic first night!

Set Decorator Claudia Bonfe SDSA


 
SDSA Members are hard at work on...


Some of your favorite shows:
           
1923
Set Decorator - Carla Curry SDSA
ABBOTT ELEMENTARY
Set Decorator - Cherie Day Ledwith SDSA

BASED ON A TRUE STORY
Set Decorator - Kristin Peterson SDSA
BEFORE
Set Decorator - Katie Bova SDSA
BOOKIE
Set Decorator - Andi Brittan SDSA 
ELSBETH
Set Decorators - Susan Ogu SDSA, Sarah Ogu
GEORGE & MANDY'S FIRST MARRIAGE
Set Decorator - Richard C. Walker SDSA
HAPPY'S PLACE
Set Decorator - Amy Feldman SDSA
THE LINCOLN LAWYER
Set Decorator - Shauna Aronson SDSA
THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER
Set Decorator - Tina Jones SDSA
A MAN ON THE INSIDE
Set Decorator - Kimberly Wannop SDSA
THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Set Decorator - Ron Olsen SDSA
NIGHT COURT
Set Decorator - Peter M. Gurski SDSA
NO GOOD DEED
Set Decorator - Matt Callahan SDSA
SHRINKING
Set Decorator - Andrea Mae Fenton SDSA
STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW
Set Decorator - Gene Serdena SDSA
TEACUP
Set Decorator - Cindy Carr SDSA
TRACKER
Set Decorator - Denise Nadredre SDSA
WIZARDS BEYOND WAVERLY PLACE
Set Decorator - Emily Dawson SDSA
THE YOUNG AND THE RECKLESS
Set Decorators -
Jennifer Hayback SDSA, Justine Mercado SDSA, Maria Dirolf, Monica Lowe

YELLOWSTONE
Set Decorator - Suzanne Stover SDSA



 And movies:

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
Set Decorator - Regina Graves SDSA
BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE
Set Decorators - David Morison SDSA, Lori Mazuer SDSA

THE BRUTALIST
Set Decorator - Patricia Cuccia SDSA
DEAR SANTA
Set Decorator - Selina van den Brink SDSA
THE EXORCISM
Set Decorators - Carly Whitaker SDSA, Nicole Murtha

FLY ME TO THE MOON
Set Decorators -
Susan Benjamin SDSA, Laura Wallgren SDSA

GOODRICH
Set Decorator - Linette McCown SDSA
HARD TRUTHS
Set Decorator - Charlotte Diricks SDSA
IT ENDS WITH US
Set Decorators -
Alexandra Mazur SDSA, Elizabeth Nakane, Carrie Stewart SDSA

JOKER: FOLIE À DEUX
Set Decorator - Karen O'Hara SDSA
LONELY PLANET
Set Decorator - Peter Lando SDSA, David Smith SDSA

MAXXXINE
Set Decorator - Kelsi Ephraim SDSA
NICKEL BOYS
Set Decorator - Monique Champagne SDSA
THE ORDER
Set Decorator - Ryan Watson SDSA

QUEER
Set Decorator - Lisa Scoppa SDSA
SATURDAY NIGHT
Set Decorator - Claudia Bonfe SDSA
SMILE 2
Set Decorator - Keri Lederman SDSA
TWISTERS
Set Decorator - Missy Parker SDSA
UNSTOPPABLE
Set Decorator - Ellen Reede SDSA
WOMAN OF THE HOUR
Set Decorator - Zoe Jirik
Assistant Set Decorator - Raquel Tarbet SDSA




Don't see your show listed here?! Let us know what you're working on!
Please send the title of your show to InfoSubmit@setdecorators.org
Robert L. Zilliox SDSA

Bob Zilliox founded the Set Decorators Society of America in the summer of 1993. He gathered many committed colleagues to the cause, all equally concerned about providing support for the set decorating profession. Bob said that founding the Set Decorators Society was “the greatest thing that ever happened to me in the work environment.”

Zilliox witnessed many changes in the industry in the 1980’s and early ‘90’s. As more people got into the business, particularly from non-union production, and many of them women, the competition was perceived as a factor in driving down pay rates and eroding working conditions for established Set Decorators. This led to deteriorating relationships between factions.  

Zilliox started working on a unifying concept. At that time, he served on the Board of IATSE Local 44, as a Set Decorator Representative.  Zilliox reached out to the whole community of Set Decorators, no matter what their origins. Early SDSA meetings often provided the first opportunity for Set Decorators to meet one another. Common issues were discussed, and participants were delighted to find release from isolation and strength in unity.

At first, relations between the early SDSA and Local 44 were rocky, but tensions eased when the group agreed to a name change from “Set Decorators Guild” to “Set Decorators Society.”  To resolve issues once and for all, a policy was established that the SDSA would remain a social and promotional organization, leaving the negotiation of contracts and legal resolution of workplace issues to the IATSE.

Kathe Klopp, a longtime member of the SDSA and Zilliox’s successor as Set Decorator representative to the IATSE Local 44 Board, said of him before her untimely death in 2003: “When I look back at what he went through, it’s incredible. Bob deserves huge credit for persistence. My hat’s off to him and always will be.”

Bob served as SDSA President for three years and subsequently as a board member. He then held the title of SDSA President Emeritus until he passed away, at the age of 80. Those who were involved with the SDSA in the early days clearly remember Zilliox’s intense vision for the future.

Zilliox was quoted in the HOLLYWOOD REPORTER, stating his goals in forming the SDSA: “As a society, we now will be able to recognize achievements within our field by sponsoring award ceremonies; we can hold seminars that will present learning opportunities and set standards for the decorating profession; and we will reach out to the other societies and guilds to create a network that will attempt to increase the job market.”

Highlights of Bob Zilliox’ time as President of the SDSA include:
•    The “Preamble”, a goals statement for the SDSA, written in collaboration with the
first Board of Directors
•    First annual brunch at the Peninsula Hotel in 1994
•    Administrative offices moved from borrowed space in Burbank to the
Pacific Design Center
•    First ever museum exhibit on Set Decoration at the Academy of
Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
•    Development of the first SDSA logo, graphic identity, and advertising campaign
•    Regular newsletter published, starting as a one-sheet, and growing into a
revenue-generating publication of general interest
•    Growth of membership: from a core of 30, then 85 Set Decorator members and
27 Business Member sponsors at the end of the first year.
SDSA now has over 450 members from all over the world.

Bob was awarded the first Earl Cooperman Lifetime Achievement Award by the Set Decorators Society in 2004. He was nominated many times for the Emmy Award, and has a long list of professional credits, in the 1970’s, ‘80’s and ‘90’s, including:
•    “The Second Civil War” (1997) Feature
•    “Quantum Leap” (1989) TV Series (4 Emmy nominations)
•    “Bret Maverick” (1981) TV Series (Emmy nomination)
•    “The Rockford Files” (1974) TV Series (Emmy nomination)

Bob’s daughter, Jennifer offered these words in tribute: “Dad taught us all the true
value of kindness, hard work, and how to enjoy life to the fullest, no matter the circumstance. We will forever miss his keen eye for beauty, his ability to light up any room, and his unmatched talent for using charm and humor to accomplish even the most impossible goals.

 

 


KC Fox SDSA

K.C. Fox SDSA, a founding member of the Set Decorators Society of America and 2024 recipient of the Earl Cooperman Lifetime Achievement Award, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on August 28, 2024.

A highly respected Set Decorator, K.C. was nominated for an Emmy Award for Gypsy,
and won two Art Directors Guild Awards for The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and
Little Britain USA.

She worked in film, television, and commercials during her 40-year career. Notable credits include Fright Night, Criminal Minds, Doctor Doolittle, Breakfast of Champions, Bowfinger, Cheaper by the Dozen, He’s Just Not That Into You, Valentine's Day, Forgetting Sarah Marshall, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, and Speed.

Known for her joie de vivre, keen artistic eye, belly laugh, and clever wit, she was beloved by her crew and colleagues. K.C. generously offered career advice, mentored through the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and served on many Boards
and Committees at the SDSA and AMPAS.

K.C. was an inspiration and is deeply missed by family, friends and colleagues.




 


George DeTitta Sr.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George DeTitta Sr. on
December 23, 2024. We truly lost a legend in our industry, he and his lifelong work touched and inspired so many people.

George was a part of the motion picture industry for over 70 years. At the time of his
death he was the most senior member of I.A.T.S.E. Local 52.  While a member of the property department, George worked as a set decorator during his career of nearly
40 years behind the camera before turning his attention to the union's front office
in various leadership roles.

George was an esteemed set decorator, working on films such as Death Wish,
Saturday Night Fever, Hair, Fame, The Verdict, Trading Places, A Chorus Line,
Fatal Attraction
to name only a few. In 1982 he was nominated for an Academy Award
for his work on Ragtime.

He leaves behind a great legacy of filmmakers who learned their craft from the very best.

 
Please welcome the following Members: 

Katie Bova SDSA (New York)
Ashley Campanella SDSA (Los Angeles)
Jonna Capehart SDSA (Atlanta)
Lucila Caro SDSA (Los Angeles)
Elise Clark-Johnson SDSA (NY)
Amber Humphries SDSA (Canada)
Jonathan Lancaster SDSA (Canada)
Lisa Lancaster SDSA (Canada)
Cherie "Cher" Ledwith SDSA (Los Angeles)
Sarah Maine SDSA (New York)
Mily Moreno SDSA (Atlanta)
David Morison SDSA (UK)
Brana Rosenfeld SDSA (Los Angeles)
Thomas Salpietro SDSA (Australia)
Rachel Schwartz Bartlett SDSA (Midwest) (moved up from Associate Membership)
Adrian Segura SDSA (Atlanta)
Carrie Stewart SDSA (New York)
Roberta Troncarelli SDSA (Los Angeles)


Kayla Bernie SDSA, Associate
Kimitha Cashin SDSA, Associate
Jessie Chaffin SDSA, Associate
Andrea Clark SDSA, Associate
J.D. Moran SDSA, Associate
Jaclyn Napoli SDSA, Associate
Caroline B. Scott SDSA, Associate
Carrell Shaw SDSA, Associate

Shelia Bock, Retiree

Andrew Cochetti, Friend
Syd Z, Friend

Val Bisherat, Student
Ben Bodle, Student
Jac Brooks, Student
Delani Darby, Student
Nsringa Devi Breathwaite, Student
Axell Garcia, Student
Emily Hemminger, Student
Christy Henry, Student
Tuesday Howarth, Student
Anya Jones, Student
Arusi Mathur, Student
Jennifer Ortega, Student
Fariha Pittman, Student
Sylvia Rinderle, Student
Camile Pons del Toro, Student
Brian Schilby, Student
Sahara Staciu, Student
Jessica Stewart, Student
Andreas Stogsdill, Student
Miguel Torres, Student
Daniel Sandoval, Student
Angela Simmons, Student
Riya Vaidya, Student
Elizabeth Vuckovich, Student
Nicholas Vuckovich, Student

Alicia Whitaker, Student
Saina Wu,  Student



Please welcome the following Business Members

Diane James Home (CT)
Dina Art Company (LA)
Found Collectibles (NYC)
Gaspar Insurance (LA)
Gotham Props (NJ)
H.D. Buttercup (LA)
Jagoteq (LA)
LightsCameraArt! (Web)
Rock Paradise (LA)
Santorus (TX & UK)
skinflint (UK)
Terra Outdoor (LA)
Two Enlighten Los Angeles (LA)
Vintage Modern Design (NJ)
Vintage Tile Shop (NJ)




Do you know someone that is interested in joining?
Membership information can be found here on the SDSA website
New York New Year Party at Newel Props
Hosted by
Newel Props & SDSA
Long Island City, NY
January 8th, 2025
5:00pm

SDSA AWARDS FOR FILM 2024
Awards Timeline

  • December 27, 2024          Nomination Voting Begins
  • January 2, 2025                      Nomination Voting Closes
  • January 3, 2025                      Nominations Announced
  • January 11, 2025                    Final Voting Begins
  • January 17, 2025                    Final Voting Closes
  • February 2, 2025                    SDSA Awards for Film 2024 Announced
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