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Wig and Makeup

Research resources for wig and makeup study and design.

Physical Materials in the Library

Selected Print Books

Searching the Library Collections

Materials in the library are organized by subject. Browsing the art shelves of the library in-person can help you discover new work, materials, inspiration, and connections. Listed below are general call number ranges for costume and fashion at UNCSA Library:

  • GT495-499 - Human body and its parts; Personal beauty
  • PN2067-2068 - Theatrical Costume and Makeup Design
  • TT950-979 - Hairdressing; Beauty culture; Barbers' work 

Additional non-circulating physical resources can be found under the "Costume and Makeup" sign in our second floor reference collection. You can search our digital and in-library collections simultaneously by title, author, subject, or keyword through our catalog search. Click Advanced Search for additional search criteria (like material type, language, year, etc.).

Digital Resources

Databases + Web Resources

Stan Winston School of Character Arts: Stream tutorial videos on topics including wig work, and costume, character, and special effects makeup. Follow login information through link. 

Selected Ebooks