[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
This Week’s Learning Objectives:
Outcomes we will use to get there:
Learn basic straight/”corrective” makeup needed for many stage roles. Learn to take better photos for your portfolio. Bond with your fellow students in a less tedious way than class zooms or message boards. Start to develop a portfolio for job-hunting.
Do a straight/”corrective” makeup on your face (or that of a volunteer). Watch how-to videos and take headshots based on the lessons. Start making and sharing “Pass-the-Brush” videos. Post your projects to Portfolium.
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
•Fill in Date: Group 1: View “Corrective” and Your Self Only More So Videos in the Men’s Dressing Room. Group 2: Watch The Human Face Part 1
•HOMEWORK: GO ONLINE AND RESEARCH CORRECTIVE MAKEUP TIPS ESPECIALLY HELPFUL FOR FACES IN YOUR SHAPE, GENDER IDENTITY, AND COLOR RANGE.
•Fill in Date: Group 1: Bring in evidence of research on “Corrective” makeup. “Corrective” Makeup, completed in class. Group 2: View “Corrective”and Your Self Only More So Videos in the Men’s Dressing Room.
NOTE: Fill in Date IS THE LAST DAY TO DROP WITH A REFUND!
And, as always, post your photos of all assignments to the Canvas assignment pages so I remember to give you points!
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes. –TM].
This week you have been stuffed with a lot of information about this course, You have accomplished:
So, going forward into Week 2, keep checking the canvas pages for excruciating details and fabulous videos and links to help you learn more about how to play with your face to make art!
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes. –TM].
In the Face to Face class, making face outline sheets for you is a service I provide. However, if you are thinking of becoming a makeup artist knowing how to do this can be a useful career skill. If you wish to learn it, as well as rack up extra credit points (5) for this optional task, and more points for the next step (the later optional Pt 2), this is how you can do it. THIS IS NOT REQUIRED.
These two brief videos explain what we have been doing, and what we will do next, and why:
As you can see, having copies of a face outline sheet of your face (or a friend who you plan to use during the semester as your makeup “victim”) will make doing your makeup rendering (color sketch) projects much easier. So for this assignment you will do the first step to make one:
Step 2: Take a Selfie
Take a selfie where your face and head take up almost the whole frame. (Remove your glasses if you wear them!)
Don’t squint, or grin, or frown, try to look as bland as a deer in headlights: eyes wide open but no expression. (And no glasses). This way, when you use the outline sheet for makeup of different characters, the face does not have you cheery and grinning as Lady Macbeth, or frowning like a demon as Little Buttercup:
Detail of Ellen Terry as Lady Macbeth by John Singer Sargent, National Portrait Gallery, London.
Convert the photo to High Contrast Black & White. This makes drawing it easier, regardless of your skin tone! If your skin is dark and having trouble going into the format, try putting your photo into a different app where you can pull your midtone color lighter to help you make the outline. (These photos generally do not make anyone look good, in fact, most look awful, they just need to be contrast-y enough that they are easy to outline on a window or light board.)
Step 4: Print the Photo
Print out your photo on plain copy paper. Save a copy (of the high contrast version) to your photos that you can upload.
Step 5: Upload Your Photo
To get your credit for Part 1, upload a copy of your Black & White photo below. While the points are listed as 0 (because it is not required) you will get 5 points of extra credit that can help your grade total.
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
Because Students tend to be tentative in coloring their renderings the actual colors they intend, we do this in the F2F class. Your goal is to practice drawing red when you mean red, black when you mean black, etc. DO NOT do wimpy pale pink when you mean bright red, or faintly scribbled gray when you mean a strong black line or section!
Practice drawing full color makeup sketches based on old makeup class photos and using face outline sheets. Submit for points. Do 2-3 practice drawings using inspiration from images of former students that are in our makeup classroom, on this Canvas site or Pinterest , etc. drawing something inspired by those images you like onto those face outline sheets, and submit them through one of the links below.
(If you use this in your class materials add links, points and a due date here)
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
Student Code of Conduct:
#1 – Learn your new Mantra of Enlightenment:
“There is nothing wrong with my face!”
While a makeup class is an appropriate place to discuss age, race, disease, genetics, smoking, drinking, gender, acne, tattoos, body issues and lots of other hot button topics as they relate to the human face, that is not a license to give anyone a hard time about any of these issues. Please treat this class as a supportive therapy group that can help you learn to accept, play with, and revel in, your face. Help your classmates do the same.
#2 – Homework
If you end up doing some of your assignments at home, it is just fine to have a member of your household assist you with some part of your project (taking your photos, help sticking on eyelashes, doing your hair to go with your makeup) but most of the work on your face must be your own.
If you really need extra help, and you have help on hand, a housemate who has experience in this can be helpful as a tutor, especially as you are beginning. You will learn faster if you ask your helper to apply something on your non-dominant hand side, then hand you the brush so you can repeat it on the “easy” side. Usually, after a few times of doing those difficult parts that way, your brain & hands will “get it” and you will need less tutoring.
In our “live” in person class I and the TAs do this for students who have little or no makeup experience who typically need to be walked through the first two Age Makeup assignments. If you have the luxury of an in-house tutor who will show you how to do the hard bits on one half of your face, and you mirror the makeup on the other side, you are still not cheating, you are learning with a tutor. Do NOT however give in to the urge to let your tutor do more than one side of your face, or do half of it on every assignment. That is NOT OK!
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
Creating a presence in our Learning Management System is nice, but not required as this is not primarily an online class. But if you want to create one you can put in:
A Photo or Avatar
Update your contact information in Canvas (it won’t display, but will insure you get timely messages through the system for your classes)
Mini Biography intro to your fellow students
Preferred pronouns to help people address you in the way you like best
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
Though we have regularly scheduled class times on Mondays and Wednesdays in our face-to-face class, you will still also be posting your assignment photos for credit online, so you will be able to retain a record of them when you graduate. You are also permitted to turn in assignments online that you are unable to do in class due to illness, scheduling issues, or other reasons and still get credit, even if an assignment is late. Because of this feature, please review our typical online means of communication and expected response times below.
Instructor Communication
Email: I will use Canvas inbox to email you periodically through the semester. Additionally, you can use the Canvas inbox to email me with questions. Expect a response in 24 hrs on weekdays and 48 hours on weekends.. (New to Canvas? Learn how to use Canvas Inbox .)
Phone: Feel free to phone or text me if you have a problem that you need help on faster from 11am-11pm on my cell phone XXX-XXX-XXXX (please note I don’t pick up while driving, but will typically reply after).
Discussion Boards: Expect feedback from me about the discussion board within 48 hours of your weekly posting due dates.
Grading: I do online grading on Thursdays (Except during Tech Weeks) , so you should expect to get feedback within 24 hours of the assignment due dates. (New to Canvas? Learn how to check assignment comments.)
ConferZoom: If you need some help doing stuff online, text me and we can set up a zoom with screen sharing which allows us to both see each other and even see each other’s screens as needed.
Student-to-student Communication
In Person: Do not be a dick.
Discussion Board: You may optionally post to our class Discussion Board to share your projects with your fellow students and comment to one another.
[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
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Click Grades to see feedback I’ve given you on your work. It’s worth reviewing the Canvas Student Guide on Grades to see how to check feedback and rubric scores, as well as how to utilize additional features like “what if” scores .
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Click ConferZoom to drop into my weekly office 1/2 “hour” for advice and asking questions. You may wish to learn more about videoconferencing in the ConferZoom Student Guide.
Chat
Click Chat to connect with others in the class. You may wish to set up a “Makeup Party” ConferZoom, or otherwise collaborate with your peers on optional “#PassTheBrushChallengeLinks to an external site.” projects.
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[This page is part of a mirror of my Canvas learning system pages I created for my Drama 112 Intro Stage Makeup class at DVC. If you want to use this content for another Canvas class shell you can find it in Canvas Commons by searching for “Tara Maginnis” and you can download all or part of this directly into your shell with all the extra cool formatting of colored divider lines, right side embedded Giphy animations, etc. already put in, if you are working with a different system, it is ok to copy and paste from here, and then customize the pages as you need for your classes].
Required Materials
Full-size deluxe crème (oil-based) student theatrical make-up kit (Try to get this part by Fill in Date!)
A multicolored face paint palette with bright colors
2 or more packages of makeup remover towelettes or baby wipes.
A jar of cold cream (oil based face moisturizer)
Wash cloth or ripped up towel piece
A bar of soap
Mirror
Colored Drawing pencils or crayons for sketching your makeup renderings, or a decent tablet app to draw them on a device. (If you do them in class after watching the videos, we have free crayons and pencils you can use at DVC!).
Where to Get What You Need
A Full-size deluxe crème (oil-based) student theatrical make-up kits are available at the DVC Bookstore (ask at the counter), or online from many suppliers including Ben Nye, Kryolan, Graftobian, & Mehron. Every major theatrical makeup company makes excellent deluxe student makeup kits. They cost $69-107. If you already have bought a full-size student theatrical makeup kit similar to the ones required, feel free to use it, the choice of which of the four brands is immaterial to this class.
*If you buy the Ben Nye kit you should also buy a braid of crepe hairLinks to an external site. (the other three kits contain a dark brown braid already) to do the crepe hair beard assignment. However that gives you the choice of color.
If you are allergic or hyper sensitive to oil-based makeup you may substitute a water-based kit like Mehron All-Pro Starblend Theatrical Makeup Kit, or Ben Nye Theatrical Cake Makeup Kit. However, these kits are much more difficult to use, and sometimes more expensive, so do not do this on a mere whim.
If you intend to do many makeup projects at home you also need A multicolored face paint palette with bright colors (DVC Drama has a few used loaners of these if you are short of funds- just contact Tara). If you are working at DVC as you should most weeks, we have lots of supplies, so you don’t actually need to buy this. But if you need to buy one, get something like one of these at AmazonLinks to an external site. or buy something similar elsewhere. Your goal is a bunch of bright varied colors to help you with doing stuff late in the semester like drag, kumadori, animals and mythical creatures that need colors other than regular “natural” human skin colors like your main kit will have.
