The Greatest Showman has constantly messed with me cause the concept of a freak show in a circus is to benefit off the prejudice of people not the diversity of the people in the show. When you’re in a freak show people are laughing at you or examining you as an other, not celebrating you. Also Barnum was like a racist

Historically speaking disabled people have always been abused and exploited, even now I deal with prejudice on account of my being physically disabled, however the sad truth is that a freak show was one of the few places where disabled people were safe, and could make a living, not to mention be around other disabled people.  Later on many disabled performers were actually well treated simply because they drew a large audience, and troupes would actually be hindering that if they abused them.  It wasn’t perfect, and many times it was downright horrible, but being disabled in the 19th century was regardless of where you lived or what you did, but to ignore the supportive communities that popped up around the circus scene would be doing a disservice. Lastly modern day freak shows are still a thing, and due to disability rights laws are a much better place to work.

with huge noses and over lined lips

I JUST HAD TO CLOSE MY EYES FOR A SECOND AND LIKE……..DIGEST THIS WHA T THE HELL

You know why

clowns actually originated in egypt to entertain royalty- they wore weird masks and imitated gods.  there were also clowns in ancient china, greece, and italy. it wasn’t “black face and then switched to white face” like i saw in the notes– the clown white paint was invented in 1801. 

the big, red nose is associated with alcoholism/being drunk (heavy alcohol usage can lead to severe rosacea and swelling of the nose), because drunkards in ye olde times were seen as fun for the whole family. the overlined lips create an exaggerated smile). curly or big hair was seen as whimsical and fun, as was a lack of hair (if you look up ‘vintage clowns’, you’ll see their hair is puffed out to the sides or upwards. nowadays, people probably wear afros because they’re cheap, and don’t involve lots of styling. 

i am passionate about clowns

They are a terrifying breed of monster, and must be eradicated from the face of the earth, but it’s relieving to know they weren’t born from a place of racial prejudice.

@yourbestclownfriend

Blossom of Faelivrin (Germany) as Harley Quinn.

Harley Quinn by Tavo Montañez.

Sneak peek! Need to wear in for an hour daily to soften it and go for some runs so my boobs chill out on being so big but it’s looking good! #new costume #corset by @hironia #playboybunnysuit #inspo #costume #backstage #performer #circus #swarovski #sexy (paikassa Paris, France)

Raz from Psychonauts

The last of my Bombshell Trio for Supanova.  

Harley Quinn | Cezar Brandao

Dawn by kristy-che

Terry Pratchett, “Men at Arms” (via noirandlicoricescotties)

♦ That’s a good idea honey

Late night cigarette and candy run… why is everyone starting at me? #iknowwhy #clowncasual #clownpunk #clown #clowns #clownmakeup #clowning #makeup #motd