Costumes and Makeup Basics
Understanding how simple costumes and makeup can help transform an actor into a character.
Key Questions
- Predict how a simple costume piece can change how an actor moves or feels.
- Compare the impact of a character wearing bright colors versus dark colors.
- Design a simple costume element that helps define a character's role.
ACARA Content Descriptions
Suggested Methodologies
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