Practical Guide to Wig Making and Wig Dressing

Practical Guide to Wig Making and Wig Dressing
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Publisher : The Crowood Press
Total Pages : 852
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ISBN-10 : 9781785004469
ISBN-13 : 1785004468
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Book Synopsis Practical Guide to Wig Making and Wig Dressing by : Melanie Bouvet

Download or read book Practical Guide to Wig Making and Wig Dressing written by Melanie Bouvet and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2018-10-15 with total page 852 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The art of wig making and wig dressing has been practised for centuries, and continues to be an exciting and essential part of costume production for theatre and film. With style inspiration ranging from the seventeenth to the twentieth century, A Practical Guide to Wig Making and Wig Dressing is a comprehensive introduction to the knowledge and techniques required to produce beautiful, durable and historical hairstyles able to withstand the demands of performance. Featuring over 700 photographs, this book offers detailed step-by-step instructions on how to make a wig, how to dress it according to time period, and how to fit and remove it, as well as advice on tools, products and suppliers. The work of current industry practitioners is showcased throughout the book, offering key insights into career pathways and professional styling gained from a wealth of experience. Additional material includes: a history of the use and development of wigs: examples of wig foundation making and wig knotting: an introduction to facial hair making and dressing; how to make hairpieces sets and dressing for male and female Superbly illustrated with 727 colour photographs and 20 line artworks. Melanie Bouvet is the Wigs and Make-up Co-ordinator of new productions for the Royal Ballet.


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