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The Complete Make - Up Artist : : Working in Film, Television & Theatre

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As a professional makeup artist I was hoping to find some answers to film and television lighting and camera effects but found none. I also find the book lacked any really good info about how to apply maakeup. The techniques listed were so general and basic they could only be for a novice. The real shocker is in incorrect historical references. For example, the author states that "Gone With the Wind" was set in the 1770's. The civil war, however, took place in the mid 1800's and is the setting for that movie.

There are step by step photographs in this book that are truly amazing; as a whole it is a comprehensive assembly of all the information that a makeup artist needs and is essential both for the novice and professional. The author makes the point that the makeup in 'Gone with the Wind' was designed for a 1930s audience. The website for the author's training school (the make-up centre.co.uk) claims Oscar nominees amongst her graduates; this is the info they started with.

The book covers the basic principals of makeup, both staight and character makeup. I especially liked the activities (hands-on practice) that accompanied the chapters. These were things that were not touched on in cosmetology school. The book also contains student profiles, examples of their work and how they got started. The book is a good reference for anyone beginning a career, but would probably be to general for an accomplished, working artist.

I bought this book because it was required in my theatrical makeup class. Turns out I diodn't really need the class. All I had to do was buy this book. This book was very helpful. It shows you how to make certain parts of your gace appear thinner or larger. Definitely recommend it.

I would recommend this book for someone that is just starting out in their career to keep as a refresher (i.e. moulding and wigmaking sections were great)or for a person who has not studied at all. The book is VERY basic on most other levels however does give a good insight into the who's who on set which most other books lack.... 3/5 for me.

This was the first makeup book I ever bought. I think it was great and I've read and reread it many times. This is the perfect book if you don't know anything about makeup and would like to learn. They break stuff down really simply into lots of step by step projects. It touches on many areas of makeup and has some great profiles of professional makeup artists. I do wish there was more info about the business and work part of being a pro, but the makeup is covered and explained nicely.

When you're done, you'll have everything you need to begin step one in your makeup artist career. Honestly, I just finished a great book that is the one you want if you are ready to begin or add to a professional career in makeup. It's The Makeup Artist Handbook: Techniques for Film, Television, Photography, and Theatre. This is the book you want when you're ready to get serious!

The service from Amazon was great! It came earlier then expected w/free shipping. Now I know why Amazon is the only way to buy!

This book is very thorough on every area of makeup. It's a valuable resource tool.

Good taste,tecnical skils, impressive creativity,that resume all

WOW, THATS ALL I HAVE TO SAY!IM PLANNING TO BECOME A MAKE UP ARTIST AND HAIRSTYLIST FOR MOVIES AND TELEVISION!!