MCCCD Program Description

Theatre Makeup

Course: THP115

First Term: 1995 Fall

Lec + Lab 3 Credit(s) 4 Period(s) 3.7 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S

Description: Purposes, materials, and techniques of theatrical makeup

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Evaluate one`s own full face and profile for facial structure. (I) 2. Produce examples of shading and make-up application techniques. (I) 3. Apply a variety of types and combinations of makeup on a model`s face. (I) 4. Demonstrate corrective makeup techniques for adaptation of facial structure. (II) 5. Demonstrate makeup techniques to create middle-age and old-age features of a specific character, using paint. (II) 6. Apply three-dimensional makeup on a model`s face. (III) 7. Use makeup and other materials to create a nonrealistic character. (IV) 8. Produce a usable portfolio of makeup designs including written instructions and graphic illustrations. (I, II, III, IV)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Fundamentals of Theatre Makeup A. Facial structure and proportion B. Highlight and shade in makeup C. Color in makeup and skin tones D. Applications of makeup II. Creating Illusions with Paint A. Corrective techniques B. Middle-age techniques C. Old-age techniques III. Three-Dimensional Makeup and Hair Application Techniques A. Nose putty application B. Skin texturing techniques C. Scarring, bruising, and other alterations D. Beards, mustaches, and hair application techniques IV. Nonrealistic Makeup A. Stylization: Three-color fantasy painted mask techniques B. Heightened realization C. Animals makeup D. Experimental makeup and use of novel materials

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 12/13/1994

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