Background

I'm constantly fascinated by the transformative power of what we wear and I believe that costume plays a vital role in creating character and informing the observer. I absolutely love what I do, and I'm incredibly excited by the challenge and creative possibilities of each new project.

I have a BFA in Costume Design from the California Institute of the Arts, and have strong skills in design, patternmaking, costume construction, millinery and costume craft.

I have experience designing for theater and dance, and in the development of theme park wardrobe. I also work with businesses and individuals.

Some organizations I've worked with include Jazzercise, Inc., Universal Studios, Los Angeles Shakespeare Festival, Center Theater Group, Jamba Juice, Rocket City Cosmetics, Eat Cake Productions, Dance Academy USA, and Barbary Coast Vaudeville.

I'm available for freelance design and consultation work, schedule permitting. You can contact me here.

Press

..."Lisa Peters' costumes couldn't be better."

SF Weekly, October 18, 2000

Resume

(a more detailed version is available upon request)

 

Harvard-Westlake School, Los Angeles CA - Costume Designer
August 2004 - Present

freelance costume design and construction
August 1999 - June 2004

Universal Studios Japan, Universal City CA - Assistant Costume Designer
February 1998 - July 1999

Knowledge Adventure, Los Angeles CA - Art Assistant
January 1997 - February 1998

Universal Studios, Universal City CA - Consultant
October 1996 - December 1996

Center Theater Group, Los Angeles CA - Costume Craftsperson
August 1995 - October 1995

Universal Studios, Los Angeles CA - First Hand
Summer 1995

Los Angeles Shakespeare Festival, Los Angeles CA - Assistant Designer
Summer 1995