A close-up of the Happi Hippi, now retired from teaching & touring the country, spreading smiles wherever she, her husband & their RV goes. This is a fine example of the Auguste clown make up style.
A new character for Ellen - Goofy Grape, a new auguste that worked her way to the surface. Note the professional clown make up, designed by Jim Howle
Ellen in Whiteface, for her previous Prudence character. Note Bagels in the background to the left.
Frosty Little applying makeup
Clowning Tutorial - creating your clown costume
Assistant Director, college professor, and a truly great clown, Lee Mullaly, doing his Staff on Stage as Juggles.
The Rule of Three in comedy
poster of two clown ladies walking down the street - an Art.com poster
How do I start clowning? Finding your clown character
How do I start clowning? Silence is Golden- consider starting your clown as being mute