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January 2020

How Makeup Artists Impact the Entirety of a Play?

by Mckenna Finneganupdated on July 31, 2020January 22, 2020

The portrayal of characters is tricky, let alone if it has to be done for theatrical plays. It is something that demands not just the ability of the actor to act it out but also, the skills of makeup artists who will be putting on the makeup. The physical appearance of a given persona should be epitomized with the highest level of authenticity. This could be achieved using the skillful use of cosmetics.

On the other hand, applying makeup for stage plays and theater is something that requires high level of precision as well as familiarity with the characters, scripts and show. If you think that you know everything because of the automatic Instagram likes you see in a certain show, then think again. Aside from that, makeup artists should be in constant communication with the staff members and casts in order to be synchronized with everyone.

The Role of Light

Lights have the ability of setting the mood of the stage. It could make it in any of the following:

  • Cheerful
  • Solemn
  • Tragic or
  • Gloomy

In the same way, actors could be affected by shadows and lights either something that favors them or not. Moreover, makeup artists should be aware of lighting effects towards the entire play and actors.

The artists should be familiar as well with distance that is separating actors on stage from audience. It is imperative to take into consideration that the makeup of actors cannot be seen from all angles and distance.

Hence, features ought to be precise that it would not look flashed out by lights or be overwhelmed by the shadows.

The Makeup Artist’s Job

There are times too wherein the actor looks older or younger, uglier or prettier, has bruises or sporting scars or any bodily imperfections like humps on back. To create various characters, props, special effects and of course, makeup is required. It’s the job of the makeup artist to allocate enough time to perform research and to study every character.

Velour powder sponges and synthetic makeup brushes are highly recommended for doing theatrical makeup. That’s due to the reason that actors on stage are under constant lighting or shadow or seems distant. Therefore, theater makeup has the tendency to be heavier compared to outdoor or daytime makeup.

Best Apps For Watching Videos on Your Phone

by Catharine Bowmanupdated on January 17, 2020January 15, 2020

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In the meantime, telephones are being sold on youtube marketing that can almost continue as tablets. Not surprising that more and more consumers also want to watch the film on their phones. There are various apps that make this incredibly easy and we are happy to share it with you.

Netflix

Chances are that you know Netflix, but for those who have not heard of this phenomenon before: Netflix is ​​a service that allows you to stream videos. For about 10 euros a month you can watch unlimited movies and series. Netflix updates regularly so that you can view the latest films and episodes of series.

Pathé at Home

We know Pathé from the cinema, but now it is also possible to use the quality of the cinema from your own couch. With the app and a Wi-Fi connection, you rent a movie that you can watch on your tablet or phone. Very handy, it does not take up any space and you are also working legally.

RTL XL

If you can’t get enough of Dutch television, you must install the RTL XL app on your phone. The app offers you the possibility to watch all the programs from last week that were broadcast on all channels of RTL. Is this not enough for you? You can upgrade to RTL XL Unlimited for around € 3.50 per month. With this subscription, you can look back up to a year and a week ahead. Recommended for the cold winter months!

VLC

You probably know VLC from your computer, but it is also a very handy app on your phone. Via the App Store on your computer, you can place films in the VLC app that you can then view on your phone. We don’t think it’s a more convenient way to watch movies on your phone!

MX Player

For the Android phone, there is the MX Player. The app uses the slogan ‘Play’s everything’ and that is exactly what this app does. The app supports almost all usual video file types and subtitles. This way it does not matter what video you want to watch, with the MX Player app it will certainly work.

MovieMarket

The Movie Market app is suitable for the iPad. Immediately after purchasing a movie you can stream it on your tablet. The great thing about the app is that when you have purchased a movie, you can watch it indefinitely. The app does not disappear and that makes you build a nice video library after a while!

DVD Rentals and Different Vending Machines

by Raven Rianupdated on February 13, 2020January 14, 2020

Have you been thinking about starting a DVD vending machines business? Have you been considering starting a DVD route? This might be a good time to get started and you are certainly reading the ideal article. Within this article we will discuss different sorts of machines that are common now. Being ahead of a big trend is important, and so is getting a sizable, recognized marketplace, as you probably know. To make substantial money, you should be on the leading edge, but not on the”bleeding edge” as they state. So let’s look at some options. When the alternatives have been considered by you, you ought to be in a better shape deciding whether or not DVD vending is the correct company for you. Melbourne Royal Vending has a wide list of different vending machines for you to consider. Check them out.

We’ll consider these significant categories: Adult vending, Healthy vending, Children’s vending machines, and DVD rental machines. Let’s begin.

Children love getting things. Mints dispensing machines, candy machines, gumball machines, toy vending machines all fall into the kind of vending for kids. You will be putting these machines anywhere where there is a high number of kids passing , such as movie theaters, kindergartens, schools, martial arts studios, music colleges and so on.

Adults love vending machines as well. A number of the corporate offices have been chock full of these. They would even go as far as supplying soda machines, beverages, and snacks. Other types of vending machines for adults include towels dispensing, condom coffee vending, drinks dispensing machines, mint bonbons machines, soda machines and coin machines. You will discover vending machines that are adult in the waiting rooms in the car mechanics and auto repair shops, as well as schools, in public buildings, pubs, physician’s and dentists offices.

Vending machines are not numerous but represent a trend that is developing. Instead of fatty or sugary snacks, healthy food machines offer you protein bars, and wholesome snacks and foods, and rather than soda cans they provide juices and filtered bottled water.

DVD kiosks

These are the most recent trend. I have seen lines in the front of this DVD kiosk before the 7-11 convenience shop that was nearby. Their popularity has probably caused more harm to the Blockbuster DVD retailing company than the whole online movie downloading craze. DVD kiosks from companies like Redbox, DVDNow, DVDPlay all have mushroomed all across the United States. In reality, Blockbuster are currently moving into the DVD vending business with vengeance. Imagine now being able to rent a picture just a block for a buck when previously you had to visit Blockbusters several blocks away and pay $5. So this may be a trendy vending business opportunity. DVD rental company might only be a solid long term trend in vending.

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