Where does oval end and oblong begin?
| The word oval has caused a small misunderstanding in our community theatre mask workshop planning. Some volunteers mean the outline of a person's face, while others mean the shape of the template. It would help to settle the wording before everyone arrives with a different interpretation. I am considering face shape measurements as a starting point for that discussion. The aim is to describe the outline consistently, without assuming that a category determines the fit. We have started with notes about overall proportions, cheekbone width, and the lower outline. The briefing should make it obvious when we are naming an outline and when we are checking dimensions. Paper mockups are part of the workshop, which gives us a chance to check individual differences. How would you phrase that distinction in a short introduction for first-time volunteers? |
