C-ID Descriptor
Introduction to Stage Makeup or Stage Makeup

1. Functions of makeup in the theater
2. Facial anatomy
3. Color theory
4. Design basics
5. Designing standard characters with paint
6. Three dimensional techniques
7. Symbolic makeup design
8. Design character makeup for an entire production
9. Render designs in either computer enhancement or other method
10. Create Makeup Charts for each character
11. Show research for characters
12. Create hair styles for each character
13. Use of airbrush
14. Application of facial hair

At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:

1. Identify the various types of makeup commonly used in theater
2. Describe the steps used in makeup for a variety of characters
3. Use makeup to interpret an author's characterization
4. Analyze a visual characterization through makeup design
5. Interpret a production through makeup design
6. Examine safety procedures for the field of makeup design.
7. Demonstrate proper knowledge of the preparation of the skin and the removal of the makeup products.

1. Attendance/Class Participation
2. Class Work
3. Critiques
4. Individual and/or Group Projects
5. Lab Activities
6. Quizzes
7. Research Papers/Projects
8. Skills/Competency Tests
9. Proficiency in makeup application
10. Competency in designs and worksheets

Corson,R.,Gore, Norcross,B.& Glavin,J. (2010).Stage Makeup (Tenth ed). Boston: Allyn & Bacon

Thudium, Laura. Stage Makeup (2009). New York:Watson-Guptill Publications.