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“I believe in the hand-brain, pencil-to-paper-brain connection. In fact, I teach and I have the first year students do all of their drafting by hand to remind them that there is this physical connection between the two.”

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Jennifer Tipton

Jennifer Tipton is a renowned lighting designer known for her profound understanding and unique style in stage and architectural lighting design. Her work spans across various fields including theater, film, museums, and churches, offering rich visual and emotional experiences to audiences. more

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