Stage Makeup (DRAM 1341)

Stage Makeup

 

 


Visual and Performing Arts
Center of Excellence

 

DRAM 1341- Stage Makeup

CRN 10211 - Spring 2017    

Heinen Theatre – 2nd Floor Dressing Room | Noon – 4:00 pm | Saturdays

3 hour lecture course / 3 semester credit hours / 48 hours per semester / Second Start 12 weeks

 

Instructor:

Dr. Toni Rao Southerlan

Instructor Contact Information:

Office (713) 718-6302

Email [email protected]

 

Office location and hours:

Individually Schedule Appointments Before or After Class or Call My Office.

Please feel free to contact me concerning any problems that you are experiencing in this course. Work hard and have fun. Come prepared with your supplies and be creative in your artwork. I am available to hear your concerns and to discuss course topics. I want you to succeed.

 

Course Description
DRAM 1341 STAGE MAKUP

  1. Introduction to stage and screen makeup with an emphasis on the role of makeup design/application in the development of characterization for actors/directors and stage/screen technical production.
  2. The study of the principles of straight and character makeup for stage and screen. Students must purchase a basic makeup kit (Ben Nye $60 Makeup Kits may be purchased online or at local stores such as Southern Importers in Houston at 4825 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX 77004. Phone (713) 524-8236).
  3. Makeup kits should include:
    1. Foundation primer/lotion
    2. Colored pencils
    3. Scar appliance/prosthetic/grey hair color
    4. 8 ½ x 11 or 9 x 12 tracing paper
    5. Mustache or Beard appliance
    6. Sheet Protectors
    7. Makeup/Baby Wipes
    8. Regular pencils
    9. Facial tissues
    10. 2” – 3” three ring binder

  4. Required Textbook: Stage Makeup by Richard Corson: 10th Edition

Available at the HCC Bookstore

 

Prerequisites
Must be placed into GUST 0342 (or higher) in reading and ENGL 0310/0349 (or higher) in writing.

Course Goal
To actively engage students in the understanding of Theatre production through the eyes of the makeup artist by providing students with an overview of the basic technical skills related to makeup in order to be well equipped to intelligently solve issues of design and application in theatrical and screen makeup scenarios.

Student Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:

  1. Identify, outline and apply basic makeup techniques and procedures for stage and screen including
    1. Corrective makeup
    2. Young, middle and old age makeup
    3. Gender, hair and prosthetic application makeup
    4. Animal characterization makeup
    5. Unrealistic characterization makeup
    6. Accident victim characterization makeup
    7. Cultural characterization makeup
    8. Character likeness makeup
    9. Period characterization makeup
    10. Variations of stress characterization makeup
  2. Intelligently and artistically interpret characterization through the proper use of stage and screen makeup.
  3. Demonstrate the necessary skills used to design and communicate through drawing schematic makeup charts for believable character enhancement for the stage and screen.
  4. Demonstrate the necessary skills used in translating a schematic design to an effective creation of character makeup.
  5. Intelligently critique stage and screen character makeup.

Learning Objectives

Students will:

  1. Attend and participate in all classes.
  2. Demonstrate knowledge and practice of proper care and maintenance of makeup tools and equipment
  3. Identify names and proper use of makeup tools and equipment
  4. Successfully complete all assignments including
    1. 10 schematic makeup chart projects
    2. 10 makeup applications based on schematic design
    3. At least one type written critique of character makeup from a play attended during the semester
    4. Complete all reading assignments
    5. Complete makeup morgue according to instructions
  5. Successfully pass Final Exam/Project  

12 WEEK CALENDAR

 

Week 1

02/18

Class introduction; Syllabus; Makeup Kit; Handouts; Requirements; Procedures; Schematics; Basic Corrective Application; Photographs; Morgues; Video tutorial; READ Pages 34 & 35 Makeup Worksheet/Chart

Corrective Application #1 = A100 points

Week 2

02/25

MAKEUP KIT DUE

Young/ Middle Age/ Old Age (Latex prosthetics) FACE and HAND; Video tutorial; Read Chapters 1 – 5 & 9 (Pages 1 – 16 & 59 – 72)

Age Application #2 = A100 points

Week 3

03/04

Animal Characterization

Video Tutorial; Read Chapters 5 – 8 (Pages 17 – 58)

Animal Application #3 = A100 points

Week 4

03/11

Accident Victim

Video Tutorial; Read Chapters 10 – 11 (Pages 73 – 130)

Accident Victim Application #4 = A100 points

Week 5

03/18

Spring Break (OFF)

Week 6

03/25

Unrealistic / Monster / Bald Cap Application / Prosthetics

Video Tutorial; Read Chapters 12 – 13 & 19 (Pages 131 – 206 & 269 – 280)

Unrealistic Application #5 = A100 points

Week 7

04/01

Macho Man (Hair Attachments) / Voluptuous Female

Video Tutorial; Read Chapters 14 – 15 (Pages 207 – 237)

Gender Application #6 = A100 points

Week 8

04/08

Character / Create a Likeness

Video Tutorial; Read Chapters 16 (Pages 238 – 251)

Create a Likeness Application #7 = A100 points

Week 9

04/15

Holiday (OFF)

Week 10

04/22

Cultural / Ethnic

Video Tutorial; Read Chapters 17 – 18 (Pages 252 – 268)

Cultural Application #8 = A100 points

Week 11

04/29

Period Character Makeup

Video Tutorial; Read Apendix E & F “Fashions in Makeup/Hair” (Pages 320 – 326+ pictures)

Period Application #9 = A100 points

Week 12

05/06

Stress / Time of Day or Night / Character from Play Analysis of Makeup Video Tutorial;

Read Apendix A & D “Makeup Materials/Health & Safety” (Pages 281 – 303 & 314 - 319)

Stress Application #10 = A100 points

Week 13

FINAL EXAM

05/13

FINAL EXAM

Morgue Due

(Extra Credit: Second Play/Character(s) Makeup Analysis

GRADING SCALE AS FOLLOWS:

10 Assignments (A100 points x 10 Assignments = 1,000 points) = 85% of final grade

Final Exam         (F100 points x 1 Final Exam = 100 points)         = 15% of final grade

1,000 points = 85% = 850 Grand Points

   100 points = 15% =   15 Grand Points

                       100% = 865 Grand Points at end of Semester

 Grading Rubric for this course:

 778 – 865 Points       = Grade A

692 – 777 Points       = Grade B

605 – 691 Points       = Grade C

519 – 604 Points       = Grade D

000 – 518 Points       = Grade F    

May receive 5 added points to final grade for extra credit project.

Will receive 5 points subtracted from final grade per class missed plus 0 points for the assignment due that day.

Please remember that this syllabus is subject to change.

All changes will be documented by the instructor.

 

 HCC Calendar:

Second Start Classes Begin  

February 13 - First Day of Dram 1341 Feb. 18

Official Date of record

February 23

Last day to drop classes with 70% refund

February 27

Last day to drop classes with 25% refund

March 2

Holidays and Breaks

Spring Break (March 13-18) Easter (April 14-16)

Last day to withdraw with grade of W

April 11

Instruction ends

May 7

Final examination

May 13

Graduation Ceremony

May 13

Instructional Methods

Methods of instruction may include: explanations, demonstrations, in-class critiques, slide presentations, video/film presentations, lectures, and/or readings (from textbooks, peer-reviewed articles, books, original source seminal texts). Class time may include makeup demonstrations and applications, special problems/special effects makeup, hands on makeup time for in-class projects, and discussion of makeup critiques.

Student Assignments

Assignments/Activities may include: in-class scene work and monologue performance, attendance at theatrical performances, written critical responses, individual makeup packets, various assigned readings from textbooks, discussions based on various topics related to the major areas of study in Makeup/acting; writing papers including critiques, project packets, reviews, research, comparing and contrasting artistic or design theories and perspectives; presentations; group and/or individual hands-on projects. This course requires a minimum of 2000 words in a combination of writing assignments and/or projects

Assessments

Methods of Assessment/Evaluation may include: in-class design and application of makeup, attendance at theatrical performances creative projects, tests and quizzes which may include: definitions, matching, multiple choice, true/false, short answer, brief essay, essay, lists; writing assignments,  in-class discussions and/or critiques; written papers including critiques, essays, analyses, reviews, research, comparing and contrasting artistic or design theories. Grading scale explained above.

HCC Policy Statement: Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing, etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services Office at the respective college at the beginning of each semester. Faculty is authorized to provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office.

If you have any questions, please contact the Disability Counselor at your college or the District Disability Office. To visit the ADA Web site, log on to www.hccs.edu. The direct link follows:

http://www.hccs.edu/district/students/disability-services/

HCC Policy Statement: Academic Honesty

You are expected to be familiar with the College's Policy on Academic Honesty, found in the catalog and student handbook. Students are responsible for conducting themselves with honor and integrity in fulfilling course requirements. Penalties and/or disciplinary proceedings may be initiated by College System officials against a student accused of scholastic dishonesty.

“Scholastic dishonesty” includes, but is not limited to, cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion.

Cheating on a test includes:

 Copying from another student’s test paper;

 Using materials during a test that are not authorized by the person giving the test;

 Collaborating with another student during a test without authority;

 Knowingly using, buying, selling, stealing, transporting, or soliciting in whole or part the contents of a test that has not bee administered;

 Bribing another person to obtain a test that is to be administered.

Plagiarism means the appropriation of another’s work and the unacknowledged incorporation of that work in one’s own written work offered for credit.

Collusion means the unauthorized collaboration with another person in preparing written work offered for credit.

Violations: Possible punishments for academic dishonesty may include a grade of “0” or “F” on the particular assignment, failure in the course, and/or recommendation for probation or dismissal from the College System. A recommendation for suspension or expulsion will be referred to the College Dean of Student Development for disciplinary disposition.

Students who wish to appeal a grade penalty should notify the instructional supervisor within 30 working days of the incident. A standing committee appointed by the College Dean of Instruction (Academic or Workforce) will convene to sustain, reduce, or reverse the grade penalty. The committee will be composed of two students, two faculty members, and one instructional administrator. A majority vote will decide the grade appeal and is final.

Instructor Requirements

As your Instructor, it is my responsibility to:

  • Provide the grading scale and detailed grading formula explaining how student grades are to be derived
  • Facilitate an effective learning environment through class activities, discussions, and lectures
  • Description of any special projects or assignments
  • Inform students of policies such as attendance, withdrawal and tardiness. There are no make ups.
  • Provide the course outline and class calendar which will include a description of any special projects or assignments as needed
  • Arrange to meet with individual students before and after class as required

 To be successful in this class, it is the student’s responsibility to:

  • Attend class and participate in class discussions and activities
  • Complete all assignments (projects, critiques, written work and exams)
  • Read and comprehend the textbook
  • Ask for help when there is a question or problem
  • Keep copies of all paperwork, including this syllabus, handouts and all assignments
  • Complete Makeup Morgue

Instructor Grading Criteria:  

Homework, assignments and projects will be evaluated according to the following criteria:

  • Adherence to all specific assignment guidelines/content requirements.
  • Adherence to deadlines.
  • Level of technical difficulty attempted and achieved. More sophisticated work may receive higher scores.
  • Creativity and Originality: Solving the assignments in an imaginative and unique way may lead to a higher score.
  • Honesty: Submit your own work.

HCC Grading Scale  

A = 100 – 90;……………………………………..4 points per semester hour

B = 89 – 80: ……………………………………...3 points per semester hour

C = 79 – 70: ……………………………………..2 points per semester hour

D = 69 – 60: ……………………………………..1 point per semester hour

59 and below = F………………………………...0 points per semester hour

IP (In Progress) …………………………………..0 points per semester hour

W(Withdrawn)…………………………………….0 points per semester hour

I (Incomplete)……………………………………..0 points per semester hour

AUD (Audit) ……………………………………....0 points per semester hour

IP (In Progress) is given only in certain developmental courses. The student must re-enroll to receive credit. COM (Completed) is given in non-credit and continuing education courses. To compute grade point average (GPA), divide the total grade points by the total number of semester hours attempted. The grades “IP,” “COM” and “I” do not affect GPA.

HCC Policy Statements

Access Student Services Policies and other student services information at the following link:

http://www.hccs.edu/district/students/

Early Alert Program:

To help students avoid having to drop/withdraw from any class, HCC has instituted an Early Alert process by which your professor may “alert” you and HCC counselors that you might fail a class because of excessive absences and/or poor academic performance. It is your responsibility to visit with your professor or a counselor to learn about what, if any, HCC interventions might be available to assist you – online tutoring, child care, financial aid, job placement, etc. – to stay in class and improve your academic performance.

Repeat Course Fee:

The State of Texas encourages students to complete college without having to repeat failed classes. To increase student success, students who repeat the same course more than twice, are required to pay extra tuition. The purpose of this extra tuition fee is to encourage students to pass their courses and to graduate. Effective fall 2006, HCC will charge a higher tuition rate to students registering the third or subsequent time for a course. If you are considering course withdrawal because you are not earning passing grades, confer with your instructor/counselor as early as possible about your study habits, reading and writing homework, test taking skills, attendance, course participation, and opportunities for tutoring or other assistance that might be available.

EGLS3 -- Evaluation for Greater Learning Student Survey System At Houston Community College, professors believe that thoughtful student feedback is necessary to improve teaching and learning. During a designated time, you will be asked to answer a short online survey of research-based questions related to instruction. The anonymous results of the survey will be made available to your professors and division chairs for continual improvement of instruction. Look for the survey as part of the Houston Community College Student System online near the end of the term.