Wrinkles is a professional clown for hire. He can be hired for parties, events or pranks. The original clowns were inspired by medieval jesters. Clowns of America International sponsors Clown Week. Other groups are: World Clown Association, Clowns Canada, Shrine Clown Association, and Clowns International. There are estimated 10,000 to 20,000 clowns worldwide.
Traditionally clowns are whiteface, auguste and character. Nowadays a fourth type, the tramp, is recognized.
- The whiteface clown uses "clown white" makeup to cover their entire face and neck, with none of the underlying flesh color showing. Features are then usually painted on in either red or black.
- The auguste clown has a white or skin-tone face and exaggerated makeup and movements.
- The tramp or hobo clown wears tattered clothing.
- The character clown often portrays a sad tramp or happy hobo.
The first true circus clown was Joseph Grimaldi in 1805. In 1983, Otto Griebling, Bobby Kaye, Lou Jacobs and Chuck Sidlow were named Ringling “Master Clowns”.
Who are the 4 master clowns?
In 1983, Otto Griebling, Bobby Kaye, Lou Jacobs and Chuck Sidlow were named Ringling “Master Clowns”.
Wrinkles is one such professional clown for hire.