References

March 2002

To whom it may concern

Josh Counsel is a true professional. He is extremely knowledgeable and proficient in make-up artistry.
Josh is also creative and innovative in make-up design and application.

It was my good fortune to watch Josh conduct a workshop on make-up application with my theatre classes. He worked well with the students and was patient and considerate of their abilities. The students were completely mesmerized with his artistry and creativity. Because of his enthusiasm for his craft, he was able to inspire the students.

I do believe that Josh would be an asset to any organization. He is a pleasure to work with and his abilities are astounding.

Sincerely

Vickie Warden
Performing/Visual Arts Chairperson
Evans High School
Orlando, Florida
(407) 522 3400 Ext2247

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Nov 2000

To whom it may concern

It gives me great pleasure to write this reference for Josh. I had the good fortune to have him as my make-up and hair designer for a recent production of Mozart's "Abduction from The Seraglio". Josh's work was excellent, he created some brilliant character make-ups and facial hair design.

We also had the pleasure of working on Roald Dahl's "little Red Riding Hood", for which he designed and created in latex an amusing and visually brilliant Wolf. Further to this I was fortunate to see his extraordinary talent at work in VCA's production of "The English Eccentrics".

Not only is Josh an extremely talented artist, his attitude to his work and the productions is excellent. I highly recommend him to anyone considering the engagement of a hair and make-up artist. I wish him all the best in his career and his endeavours and look forward to working with him again.

Hugh Halliday
Opera/Music Theatre Director
Lecturer in Stagecraft, VCA Opera
Melbourne, Australia