A Study on <Cats> Character Analysis and Art Mask Makeup Design Using AI: Focusing on Color

This study aims to analyze the main characters of the musical Cats using artificial intelligence (AI) technology and propose a color-based art mask makeup design. The study focuses on three representative characters from Cats: Grizabella, Rum Tum Tugger, and Mr. Mistoffelees. Each character’s personality and physical traits were analyzed, and a generative AI tool, MidJourney, was used to create visual designs. To systematically analyze the designs, the Korea Standard Color Analysis (KSCA) program was employed to quantitatively evaluate hue, brightness, and chroma, and the extracted data were utilized to determine the color characteristics of the art mask designs. The study confirmed that the AI-based design process effectively visualizes each character’s individuality and emotions. Additionally, color analysis enabled the systematic application of hues that emphasize the symbolism and atmosphere of each character. This study suggests that AI technology can contribute to enhancing creativity and efficiency in art mask makeup design. Future research integrating AI-generated designs with physical production may expand the applications of AI in the beauty and performing arts fields, providing fundamental data for further exploration.