MKUP 1106: Character Makeup
Effective date
January 2020
Department
Makeup Artistry
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This course introduces students to script analysis, character development and design productions. Students will attain skills and techniques to design and apply a variety of character makeup.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
MKUP 1103, MKUP 1104.
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Create a character makeup design to meet character analysis
- Discuss the process of script analysis for makeup
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of facial anatomy for character development
- Apply various make-up styles such as skull makeup, drag and aging to meet requirements of stage or film production
- Recognize how lighting can enhance makeup
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: challenge exam, portfolio, demonstration, interview, or external evaluation.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 18
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 18
Total Hours: 36
Instructional Strategies
A variety of instructional strategies are used including lectures/in-class theory, group activities, applying makeup on classmates, individual assignment, character research, and practical exams.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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20
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A variety of assignments: face charting, reference book, character development
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Exam
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30
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Practical application: in-class practical exam(s)
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Project
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20
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Character design book
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Lab Work
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15
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Daily makeup application (performance demo)
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Participation
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15
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Course topics
- Skull and anatomy makeup
- Script analysis and prep
- Character Analysis
- Character makeup
- Body makeup
- Character development
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.