Stage Makeup - Hardcover

Corson, Richard

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0138405395 ISBN 13: 9780138405397

Publisher: Pearson, 1990

Synopsis

Hundreds of illustrations including color charts and plates of period hairstyles supplement information on designing and applying theatrical makeup, stippling, and quick changes.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

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.

About the Author:

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.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0138405395
• ISBN 13: 9780138405397
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 400