What does Foley Artist mean?
Foley Artist refers to a sound professional who specializes in creating and recording sound effects for films, television shows, and video games. Foley artists work in post-production to recreate everyday sounds, like footsteps, rustling clothes, or clinking glassware, to ensure that these sounds are synchronized with the visual action on screen. They often use props and other objects to simulate realistic sound effects, helping to immerse the audience in the on-screen environment.
Example:A foley artist uses sandpaper and shoes to create the sound of footsteps on gravel for a scene where the audio from the original recording was too faint.
Example: For a sword-fighting sequence, a foley artist uses metal objects to simulate the sound of clashing blades.
Did You Know?
Foley artists often work in soundproof studios called “foley stages,” where they perform and record sound effects while watching the action on a screen!
You can also find “Foley Artist” and related terms in this category: Roles and Titles.
