Stage Makeup

by Corson, Richard; Glavan, James; Norcross, Beverly Gore

• ISBN13: 9780205644544
• ISBN10: 0205644546
• Edition: 10th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-04-07
• Publisher: ROUTLEDGE

Summary

Widely referred to as the "bible of stage makeup," the timely revision of this classic addresses principles and techniques in the use of makeup for the contemporary performer. This extensive exploration of the application and use of stage makeup and makeup for a variety of performance venues covers all aspects in detail and contains over 400 photographs, drawings, and diagrams demonstrating step-by-step procedures. Thoroughly updated and revised, this classic book remains accurate and comprehensive, providing information from which all readers whether students to the field or seasoned, professional makeup artists will benefit.

Author Biography

Richard Corson (late) was the author of several fashion and makeup books. He taught courses in theatrical makeup in several colleges across the country. In 1972 he received the Founders Award (International Thespian Society) "in recognition of distinguished contributions to theatre and youth." His name is perhaps the most well-recognized in the industry.

James Galvan is an Associate Professor of Costume Design and Technology in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of Texas at Austin. Over the past twenty years he has presented workshops in such diverse places as Moscow and Hong Kong.

Table of Contents

Dedication by Mitchell Erickson

Illustrations

Foreword by Hal Holbrook

Preface

Introduction by Uta Hagen.

Basic Principles

Facial Anatomy

Light and Shade

Color in Pigment

A System for Designating Makeup Colors

Lighting and Makeup.

Planning the Makeup

Relating the Makeup to the Character

Designing the Makeup.

Applying the Makeup

Makeup Equipment

Applying Makeup

Corrective Makeup

Stippling

Modeling with Hightlights and Shadows

Three-Dimensional Makeup

Prosthetic Makeup

Beards and Mustaches

Hair and Wigs

Creating a Likeness

Natural Makeup for Film & Television

Makeup for Darker Skin Tones

NonRealistic Makeup.

The Appendices

Makeup Materials

Sources of Makeup Materials

A Professional Makeup Kit

Makeup Health and Safety

Fashions in Makeup

Fashions in Hair

Makeup in Color

Makeup-Color Chart

Makeup Color Tables

Index

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