My Dark Shadows Display (With a bunch of stand-ins)

[Dark Shadow]

Thank you, DS...I think I'd like to make an Old House diorama too for my customs. I appreciate the info, as I wasn't really sure where to start from.

Again, you did a great job. I look forward to seeing your revamped parlor.

Best,

Dana

Thank you, I appreciate your opinion very much.

I think it's great that you're thinking of making a diorama for yourself as well. For me, the Dark Shadow sets were characters of the show in their own right. I hope you have as much fun going at it as I have had these past several weeks and I would love to see your DS customs!

[PNGwynne]

For me, the Dark Shadow sets were characters of the show in their own right.

So true, for such an inexpensive show it had a fantastic look to it. Even as a child I admired the Collins manse, I always knew something interesting was going to happen on those foyer stairs.

[Dark Shadow]

So true, for such an inexpensive show it had a fantastic look to it. Even as a child I admired the Collins manse, I always knew something interesting was going to happen on those foyer stairs.

Absolutely! Considering the budget constraints, it really did stand out, especially when compared to all other daytime TV shows of that era (and even some of the primetime shows). While perhaps not made from the most sturdy of materials, the sets had a very lush appearance to them with a fair amount of added detail. The newer sets that were constructed for the later story lines (69-71) were truly outstanding. That team really knew how to maximize their allotment.

[PNGwynne]

Absolutely! Considering the budget constraints, it really did stand out, especially when compared to all other daytime TV shows of that era (and even some of the primetime shows). While perhaps not made from the most sturdy of materials, the sets had a very lush appearance to them with a fair amount of added detail. The newer sets that were constructed for the later story lines (69-71) were truly outstanding. That team really knew how to maximize their allotment.

I think DS had that in common with Hammer and the AIP Poe/Phibes films: A limited budget bolstered by lots of props, good design, and adroit lighting.

[danadoll]

Indeed, the series' sets were pretty amazing. Plus, their studio space was incredibly limited too, it's mind-boggling to think what they did with what little space (and budget, as you both stated) they had.

Dana

[RonnyG]

Somebody posted this in one of the Dark Shadows facebook groups, and I thought you might appreciate it.
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[PNGwynne]

That's terrific!

[danadoll]

Hey, that's a great little Collinwood foyer diorama.

Dana

[Dark Shadow]

I think DS had that in common with Hammer and the AIP Poe/Phibes films: A limited budget bolstered by lots of props, good design, and adroit lighting.

Agreed! (Adroit, excellent word choice!!)

[Dark Shadow]

Indeed, the series' sets were pretty amazing. Plus, their studio space was incredibly limited too, it's mind-boggling to think what they did with what little space (and budget, as you both stated) they had.

Dana

Yes it is astounding considering the size of the studio and the great number of sets they utilized throughout the production.