ABSTRACT
Making a visual representation of the makeup can be extremely helpful. For a makeup designer, professional or nonprofessional, it is almost essential. If all of the makeups are being designed by one person, he or she will first study the play, then consult with the director, the costume designer, and, ideally, with the actors before designing the makeups and will also obtain photographs of the actors before making the sketches. The actor can show their sketches, or a “selfie,” of the design to the costume designer for approval or suggestions. Or they may prefer to show the director concept photographs of makeup ideas they have in mind. The sketches are intended to represent the “look” of the production. They provide visual information about the character to the director, to the actor, to the costume shop, to the milliner, and to the hair and makeup departments.
