ABSTRACT

An introductory guide for students learning professional make-up, hairdressing and wardrobe skills and `front of camera' professionals needing an understanding of the techniques.

Written by an experienced professional, this manual offers a step-by step approach for the complete beginner with diagrams to show procedures for a variety of make-up effects, from corrective and character make-up, to period dramas, special effects and prosthetics. It describes the skills required of the job, introduces special make-up products and how to apply them for different effect and sets the context for the make-up artist's role, by considering technical requirements such as lighting, camerawork and chroma-key backgrounds.

chapter |22 pages

Working in the Media

chapter |10 pages

Working in Studios

chapter |8 pages

Working on Location

chapter |14 pages

Technical Operations

chapter |12 pages

Preparation for Production

chapter |6 pages

Job Opportunities

chapter |26 pages

Make-Up Skills

chapter |14 pages

Working with Hair

chapter |16 pages

Hairdressing Skills

chapter |16 pages

Working with Wigs

chapter |24 pages

Special Effects

chapter |6 pages

Costume Department Skills

chapter |14 pages

Miscellaneous