Make-Ups and Hair Wigs

Movie #1: No titles. Demonstration of professional application of theatrical facial and head hair with different live models; various illustrations on paper pointed out.
Movie #2: “Making Theatrical Wigs.” UCLA Extension, 1951. Explains the making of wigs starting with the cap to which the hair is applied; fitting of the cap to the actor; sewing; clock springs from a jeweler for tighter fit or use of featherbone; different hair types; yak hair less expensive than human hair; colors blended; weaving of hair together; the making of the head-stand; application of hair strands to wig; styling; hairnet for preservation.