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**Cajetan Francis Pinto** (born **Caetano Francisco Pinto**; 29 January 1941 – 5 November 2017), known [mononymously](/source/Mononymously) as **Caiti**, was an Indian [make-up artist](/source/Make-up_artist) who worked on the [Konkani stage](/source/Tiatr).

## Early life

Caetano Francisco Pinto was born on 29 January 1941 in the island of [Vanxim](/source/Vanxim), [Goa](/source/Goa) in a [Goan Catholic](/source/Goan_Catholic) family. Vanxim was part of [Portuguese India](/source/Portuguese_India) during the time of the [Portuguese Empire](/source/Portuguese_Empire). Pinto's father, Manoel Vicente Pinto, hailed from the island of [Chorão](/source/Chor%C3%A3o_(Island)) and served as an employee of a company. His mother, Maria Angelina de Souza, originated from [Aldonã](/source/Aldona) and fulfilled the role of a [homemaker](/source/Homemaker). As the third child in a family of four siblings, Pinto grew up alongside his elder brothers Ricardo (born in 1936 in [Bombay](/source/Bombay)) and Luis (born in 1934). An additional sibling, who remains unnamed, was born in 1939.[1] Following the completion of his education in Goa, Pinto ventured to Bombay, where he pursued specialized training in [typewriter](/source/Typewriter) mechanics. Since his early years, Pinto fostered an affection for *[tiatr](/source/Tiatr)*, a distinctive form of [Goan](/source/Goan) [musical theater](/source/Musical_theater).[2]

During his time in Bombay, he made a concerted effort to attend *tiatr* performances, seizing every available opportunity to immerse himself in this cultural tradition. Eager to explore the intricacies of the art form, he frequently visited the [green room](/source/Green_room), where he keenly observed the meticulous application of makeup on the actors. Pinto honed his skills as a *tiatr* [make-up artist](/source/Make-up_artist). His expertise allowed him to enhance the appearances of several *[tiatrists](/source/Tiatrist)*, ensuring that their physical portrayals aligned with their respective characters on the theatrical stage.[2]

## Career

During the year 1961, Pinto commenced his collaboration with [Valente Mascarenhas](/source/Valente_Mascarenhas) (1925–1999), a [make-up artist](/source/Make-up_artist) who later transitioned into becoming a [Konkani](/source/Konkani_language) actor. Their partnership primarily revolved around providing makeup assistance to *[tiatrists](/source/Tiatrist)* (performers in a distinctive [Goan](/source/Goan) [musical theater](/source/Musical_theater) form) based in [Bombay](/source/Bombay) (now known as Mumbai). A turn of events occurred when Valente was unable to fulfill his obligations for a *[tiatr](/source/Tiatr)* performance, leading Konkani comedian [Anthony Mendes](/source/Anthony_Mendes) to request Pinto's support as a replacement. This marked the emergence of Pinto as a make-up artist in his own right. Over the course of his career, Pinto extended his makeup services to a wide array of Konkani *tiatrists* from earlier generations. Known figures within the Konkani *tiatr* realm, including [C. Alvares](/source/C._Alvares), [M. Boyer](/source/M._Boyer), [Remmie Colaço](/source/Remmie_Cola%C3%A7o), [Prem Kumar](/source/Prem_Kumar_(Konkani_actor)), [Alfred Rose](/source/Alfred_Rose_(singer)), Bab Peter, [Chris Perry](/source/Chris_Perry_(musician)), [Kid Boxer](/source/Kid_Boxer), and [Robin Vaz](/source/Robin_Vaz), consistently sought Pinto's expertise in various locations such as [Goa](/source/Goa), Bombay, and beyond.[2] Pinto's makeup artistry left a mark on several popular *tiatrs*, including *Duddvanchem Sukh* (Happiness of Money), *Kednam Udetolo Tho Dis* (When Will That Day Come?), and *Vavraddi* (Labourer).[3]

On 8 February 2014, Pinto assumed the role of makeup artist for a Goan *tiatr* organized by the Vasai Konkani Welfare Association (VKWA). The theatrical production, written and directed by Tony Martins, took place at the YMCA Hall in [Manickpur](/source/Manickpur), [Vasai](/source/Vasai), [Maharashtra](/source/Maharashtra).[4] Pinto's expertise extended beyond makeup application, as he also performed [hairstyling](/source/Hairstyling) for the *tiatr* artists.[5] His contributions to the field of *tiatr* were further acknowledged when he shared his insights and experiences in Dr. Kyoko Matsukawa's [scholarly article](/source/Scholarly_article) titled "Tiatr's Bombay Days," which was published on [Sahapedia](/source/Sahapedia) in 2016.[6] Pinto stood alongside professionals such as [Valente Mascarenhas](/source/Valente_Mascarenhas), Camilo Pinto of [Aldona](/source/Aldona), Xavier Mascarenhas of [Vasco da Gama, Goa](/source/Vasco_da_Gama,_Goa), Premanand Pole, Zeferin Silveira from [Calangute](/source/Calangute), Jocky de Curtorim, Mary Vaz, and [C. D'Silva](/source/C._D'Silva) as one of the select few make-up artists on the [Konkani stage](/source/Tiatr) during the 20th century.[7]

## Personal life

After finishing his training as a [typewriter](/source/Typewriter) mechanic, Pinto settled in [Dhobitalao](/source/Dhobitalao), Bombay. The *2012 Directory of Tiatr Artistes* mentioned that he lived at the Grand Club of Vanxim in Dhobitalao.[3] Pinto worked as a typewriter mechanic by trade but found his true passion in being a *[tiatr](/source/Tiatr)* [make-up artist](/source/Make-up_artist).[8] Pinto received a monthly [financial grant](/source/Financial_grant) of ₹2,500 from the [Government of Goa](/source/Government_of_Goa) under the Kala Samman Scheme in recognition of his contributions to the field of art and culture. The scheme aimed to support senior artists facing financial difficulties.[9] Pinto was one of the artists chosen for this honor in the period of 2010–11, starting from September 2010.[10] On 5 November 2017, Pinto died in [Mumbai, Maharashtra](/source/Mumbai,_Maharashtra), at the age of 76.[2]

## Awards

Pinto received several awards recognizing his contributions to the art form. In 2009, the [Tiatr Academy of Goa](/source/Tiatr_Academy_of_Goa) honored him with the "Lifetime Contribution Award". Furthermore, on 17 November 2016, he was celebrated by the 125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebrations Committee in [Mumbai](/source/Mumbai) for his dedication to *[tiatr](/source/Tiatr)*.[2] Pinto was also acknowledged with the Kala Gaurav Puraskar for the year 2016–2017 specifically for his work in *tiatr* [make-up](/source/Make-up).[11]

## References

1. ["Registo De Nascimento"](https://goaonline.gov.in/Appln/UIL/BirthDeathCertificate_af?__Key=&_Mode=B&__cscKey=). *Goa Online*. 30 June 2006. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20230810131321/https://goaonline.gov.in/HomePage) 10 August 2023 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 10 August 2023.

1. da Costa, Fausto V. (2019). *TIATR 125th Anniversary Commemorative Volume*. [Panaji, Goa](/source/Panaji,_Goa): [Tiatr Academy of Goa](/source/Tiatr_Academy_of_Goa). pp. 244–245.

1. [*Directory of Tiatr Artistes, 2012*](https://books.google.com/books?id=45_WlAEACAAJ). Tiatr Academy of Goa. 2012. p. 49. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20230827202743/https://books.google.com/books?id=45_WlAEACAAJ) 2023-08-27 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 2023-12-08.

1. ["Mumbai: VKWA to stage Goan comedy tiatr on Feb 8"](https://daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=216993). *daijiworld.com*. Retrieved 2024-04-19.

1. Times, Navhind (2018-01-21). ["TAG to remember tiatr artistes of yesteryears on January 23 – The Navhind Times"](https://www.navhindtimes.in/2018/01/21/magazines/buzz/tag-to-remember-tiatr-artistes-of-yesteryears-on-january-23/). Retrieved 2024-04-19.

1. Matsukawa, Kyoko (20 October 2016). ["Tiatr's Bombay Days"](https://www.sahapedia.org/tiatrs-bombay-days). *Sahapedia*. Retrieved 2024-04-19.

1. Mazarello, Wilson (2000). [*100 Years of Konkani Tiatro*](https://books.google.com/books?id=K-1PAQAAIAAJ). Government of Goa, Directorate of Art & Culture. p. 344.

1. Marfatia, Meher (7 October 2014). ["Little Goa in a room"](https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/opinion/columnists/meher-marfatia/little-goa-in-a-room/articleshow/44572243.cms). *Mumbai Mirror*. Retrieved 2024-04-19.

1. ["Kala Samman Scheme (Financial Assistance) to Artist | Directorate of Art and Culture, Government of Goa, India"](https://www.artandculture.goa.gov.in/en/schemes-programmesschemes/kala-samman-scheme-financial-assistance-to-artist). *www.artandculture.goa.gov.in*. Retrieved 2024-04-19.

1. ["Kala Samman Scheme list of beneficiaries"](https://artandculture.goa.gov.in/sites/default/files/Kala%20Samman%20Scheme%20list%20of%20beneficiaries%20for%20Upload%20on%20website.pdf). *Directorate of Art and Culture (Goa)*. 2018–19. Retrieved 19 April 2024.

1. ["Kala Gaurav"](https://artandculture.goa.gov.in/sites/default/files/Kala%20Gaurav.pdf). *Directorate of Art and Culture (Goa)*. 2019–20. Retrieved 19 April 2024.

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