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Scotsman
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Edinburgh optometry practice goes behind the scenes on TV drama Department Q
Heather Muir, a contact lens technician at independent practice, Cameron Optometry in Edinburgh, has played a behind-the-scenes role in the upcoming television series Department Q, filmed on location in and around the Scottish capital. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A seasoned expert in contact lens handling, Heather was brought on to support the production team with specialist contact lens handling on set, ensuring safety, comfort, and visual accuracy for the actors. Heather worked primarily with actor Steven Miller throughout the shoot and also spent a day assisting Kai Alexander with lens handling. She collaborated closely with renowned makeup designer Lizzi Lawson-Zeiss, whose credits include Napoleon and Blade Runner, alongside a team of skilled makeup artists, to integrate eye care seamlessly into the filming process. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The contact lenses used in the production were supplied by Cantor Barnard, a Northamptonshire-based company with over 60 years of experience in the film industry. This collaboration ensured the lenses were precisely tailored to the characters' needs and the show's visual style. Contact Lens Test on the set of Dept Q. Directed by Scott Frank, Department Q is based on the internationally best-selling series of novels and is set to premiere later this year. The series has already generated significant buzz in the UK and internationally for its gripping storylines and cinematic style. Heather commented on her experience while on set, saying: 'It was an incredible experience to collaborate with such a talented production team. 'Blending medical expertise with the creative world of television was a unique opportunity, and it was a memorable experience to be on location with the production team.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Cameron Optometry, an independent practice located in the heart of Edinburgh, is widely respected for its advanced clinical services and specialist expertise in contact lens handling and eye health. Department Q will be available to watch on Netflix from the 29th May. To find out more about Cameron Optometry, please visit
Edinburgh Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh woman's 'incredible' time on Netflix set to offer her unique expertise
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Edinburgh womans unique experience led her to the set of the newly-released Netflix series Department Q. Heather Muir, a contact lens technician at independent practice in the capital, played a behind-the-scenes role in the show - which was filmed in and around Edinburgh. A 'seasoned expert' in handling contact lenses, Heather was brought on for specalist support. She worked closely with actors and makeup artists for the series, with hit Netflix on Thursday, April 29. The thriller show follows a former top detective who takes on a cold- case, transforming an Edinburgh basement into a 'well-oiled machine' filled with misfit officers. Heather commented on her experience while on set, saying: "It was an incredible experience to collaborate with such a talented production team. "Blending medical expertise with the creative world of television was a unique opportunity, and it was a memorable experience to be on location with the production team." Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox Heather works with Cameron Optometry, and also worked on Guillermo Del Toro's latest blockbuster which was filmed in Edinburgh. Department Q features plenty of familiar faces from shows such as Downton Abbey, Shetland and Call the Midwife. You'll spot the likes of Matthew Goode, Kelly MacDonald, Alexej Manvelov, Leah Byrne and Jamie Sives. Filming for the series took place in early 2024, with cast and crew descending on spots around the city including housing estates in Wester Hailes, City Chambers, and The Signet Library. Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sentstraight to your messages. Leah Byrne, who plays Rose, spoke exclusively to Reach about her experience on set with fellow actor Alexej Manvelov, who plays Akram. Speaking about the abundance of Scottish talent on the show, she said: "It was so cool, such a joy for me. I'm from Glasgow so I just had to nip down the road and we were filming this amazing show. "But it's so authentically Scottish as well. It doesn't feel like it's trying to be something it's not. It doesn't have to try hard and it's just in its blood."
