Suitable for ages 16+
Explore the masculine spectrum of the art of drag in this bite-sized workshop with Glasgow's master of metamorphosis, drag king Dorian T. Fisk.
Get ready to learn:
A short history of drag king artistry
An intro to creating a stereotypical masculine face and body illusion with makeup and movement
This is a beginner-level workshop focusing on the performance of masculinity and open to people of any gender. There will be interactive demos and DIY activities - full participation is highly encouraged but not mandatory.
Some materials will be provided, however, participants should bring:
Handheld mirror,
Make-up brushes
Highlighting and Contouring makeup - often sold in a palette form or as a duel-ended stick:
Highlight - A cream or liquid highlight that is lighter than their skin tone (this can be another foundation or a concealer)
Contour - A cream or liquid contour that is a few shades darker than their skin tone
Dark brown pressed powder, such as an eyebrow shadow
Dark brown or black mascara
If you need help getting hold of any of these items, please email us at glasgowzinelibrary@gmail.com.
This event is part of Glasgow Zine Fest 2023.
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Please note: we can only offer refunds within 72 hours of the event. This event will take place in person at the Centre for Contemporary Arts.
About the facilitator:
Dorian T. Fisk is a multi-award winning drag artist featured in The Guardian as one of the UK's most inspirational drag kings. He is known for elaborate looks and high production value performances that run the gamut from irreverent parody to that monster you secretly wish was ‘in’ rather than ‘under’ your bed.
Dorian is also the driving force behind Scottish drag king platform Shut Up & King and when not teaching the art of drag kinging, or flogging sparkly stuff at the Barras at Pop Up & Drag, he produces shows such as the annual Scotland's New Kings On The Block drag king extravaganza and The Kings Peach - Glasgow’s juiciest night of drag kings and burlesque.
More about Dorian at doriantfisk.com
Access information for this event:
There will be 12 attendees maximum, and the event will feature comfort breaks. During this event, attendees will participate in: whole group discussions, hands-on activities, visual presentations, sound/music, movement.
This event will take place at the Centre for Contemporary Arts on Sauchiehall Street. For information about venue accessibility at the CCA please visit their website.
You may be asked to wear a mask at this event.
If you have any questions or access requirements, please get in touch with us via glasgowzinelibrary@gmail.com
Find out more about access at GZF events and how to make an access request here.
All events will adhere to our safer spaces policy, which you can learn about here.
How to access the event:
After booking a ticket, you will be sent several reminder emails from Eventbrite leading up to the event. We will also send emails that share any resources that attendees will need access to, including any required materials.
Please email glasgowzinelibrary@gmail.com for any queries or issues.
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