Love those oranges and reds, but your usual unique depictions of expressions are what makes this so impactful.
As to the title . . .
If that is a serious question, here is my 2 cents for your amusement.
That would depend on what definition of ‘clown’ is being used, and in what context and milieu.
If these 3 have altered their physical appearance or behavior from what is the norm in their world, then they appear to be apprehensive that something is about to happen that will unmask their deception and reveal who and what they are, and their true intentions.
A very strong image,Nufocus, but I bet my idle ruminations are not what you had in mind.