Stage Makeup - Pearson Education

Known as "the bible of stage makeup" the ninth edition addresses makeup principles and techniques for any actor in all types of stage production. Includes a new, 32 page colour photo section demonstrating different styles and procedures for film, stage and character makeup. Also includes information on products used in each image. Provides detailed lessons on more natural styles of makeup, noting colour and texture of skin, hair, wrinkles, blemishes, freckles and birthmarks. Includes instructions for stippling, quick-change and creating highlights and shadows. Offers three short biographies of famous makeup artists Dick Smith, Matthew Mungle and Kate Best. Provides expanded and updated appendices including makeup materials, a professional makeup kit, makeup health and safety, fashions in hair and makeup colour chart. This extensive exploration of the application and use of stage makeup covers all aspects in detail and contains over 400 photographs, drawings and diagrams demonstrating step-by-step procedures. This classic book remains accurate and comprehensive, providing information from which all readers, whether actors new to the industry or seasoned professional makeup artists, will benefit.