Circus Makeup

Joseph Grimaldi started the 'White face' trend int he 1800, He began by painting a white base over his face, neck and chest then adding red smudges on the cheeks, thick eyebrows and large red lips set in a mischievous grin. Grimaldi's design is used by many modern clowns.

Through the years styles have changed and evolved. This makeup tutorial displays a modern interpretation of a classic Circus Du Solely style. Using the colours to resemble what what the performer is portraying, for example this this look could work well for either a fire twirler or even an aquamarine interoperate performance. 

The limitations of what makeup can extrude from the performer are limitless, makeup may not be something that the audience can see from a far, but it is an essential element that builds story line and following the characters through their hardships or happy moments. they colours can determine their emotions in that act. 

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Circus Posters

Over time advertising for circus' has been similar although instead of screen printing their posters circus'  digitally print their posters.
Although posters have changed dramatically in their way of demonstrating what the audience should expect. Instead of expecting a lion jumping through a flaming hoop or an elephant dancing in a pretty tutu the audiance is expecting crazy contortionists and exciting unicycling.

The advancement of technology has helped companies to explore deeper meanings into their posters. Older posters were at a disadvantage of lack of technology and materials, yet still managed to create distinct and iconic posters. 

Posters today have the technology to create bold and sharp images that engage and intrigue the audience. 

As you can see the style of posters have changed, some might say for the better others might say that the traditional posters are classics. I'll let you make up your mind on what style you prefer.