Theatrical Makeup
Basic Application Techniques
Published on 27. October 2015
152 pages
978-1-317-63036-4 (ISBN)
Description
Theatrical Makeup clearly and concisely explains the basics of theatrical makeup techniques to allow stage actors to put their best face forward!
Readers will gain understanding of the physiology of the human face and, using cream based makeup, as well as commercial cosmetics, learn how to contour it to suit the character with the use of highlight and shadow. Hundreds of full color images and step-by-step instructions illustrate how to visually manipulate bone structure and apparent age, apply simple facial hair and wounds, and create glamorous and natural stage makeup. Also covered are the tools readers will need to apply their own makeup, along with critical health and hygiene tips.
This book is suitable for beginner Theatrical Makeup courses and for stage actors of all levels.
Readers will gain understanding of the physiology of the human face and, using cream based makeup, as well as commercial cosmetics, learn how to contour it to suit the character with the use of highlight and shadow. Hundreds of full color images and step-by-step instructions illustrate how to visually manipulate bone structure and apparent age, apply simple facial hair and wounds, and create glamorous and natural stage makeup. Also covered are the tools readers will need to apply their own makeup, along with critical health and hygiene tips.
This book is suitable for beginner Theatrical Makeup courses and for stage actors of all levels.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Reflowable
Illustrations
346 Farbfotos bzw. farbige Rasterbilder
346 Halftones, color
File size
243,54 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-317-63036-4 (9781317630364)
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Person
Sharon Sobel is Professor of Theatre and Costume Designer at University of Nebraska at Omaha. She has taught Stage Makeup at the college level since 1990. She has lead multiple KCACTF workshops in makeup design and application and served as guest respondent for student makeup designs. She has designed and draped costumes and served as advisor for makeup for over 100 productions and is a member of United Scenic Artists of America. She is also a recipient of the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Gold Medallion. Professor Sobel is the author of Draping Period Costumes: Classical Greek to Victorian, published by Focal Press.
Content
Acknowledgements
Introduction
Tools and materials
Safety and Hygiene
Foundation
Contouring
Natural beauty and health
Manipulating the bone structure
Glamour
Manipulating cartilage, muscle and fat
Aging
Skin textures and abnormalities
Applying Facial Hair and Prosthetics
Cross-gender
Historical Period and Theatricalized Makeup
Makeup Worksheets
Introduction
Tools and materials
Safety and Hygiene
Foundation
Contouring
Natural beauty and health
Manipulating the bone structure
Glamour
Manipulating cartilage, muscle and fat
Aging
Skin textures and abnormalities
Applying Facial Hair and Prosthetics
Cross-gender
Historical Period and Theatricalized Makeup
Makeup Worksheets
