Make-up and FX

I have been interested in the theatre and film industry since a very early age, with my first involvement with the theatre at the age of four. However, I am not just interested in the performing side of things but also in the effects that are used

to create the finished product.

I have recently finished two years at college studying for an

IHBC diploma in " Theatrical and media makeup "

I completed the course in one year, but stayed on for another to gain more experience.

I also attended an A-level course in "Film Studies" which was good fun but very hard work.

During the two years that I have been attending the Media makeup classes I have gained a lot of experience and learned new techniques in creating special makeup effects. Prior to attending the classes I had been involved in makeup as a hobby at FHODS and also at "St.Johns Ambulance" creating casualty makeup when I was younger.

In June I competed in a national makeup competition at London's (England) "Olympiad" building which I didn't win but came very close. I also hope to attend a new course at my local college to study "BODY PAINTING" next term.

Helvis

This is a Makeup style I created myself with a little help from a friend called Dale who was on the same course.

It involves covering the model's face with liquid latex and tissue, applying heat to quicken drying time and to add with the wrinkled effect, then blending the applied makeup to the desired finish.

I feel it creates a zombie-like effect that can also be used for burnt effects.

(It's a pain to get off and removed half the skin on my face whilst doing so)

THE HEAD

The above picture is of a makeup I did on myself again with help from Dale, using the same techique as above.

This time a strong skull cap was needed to cover my hair (Which was long at the time)

enabling us to used the effect all over the head. (Another painfull removal)

FREDDY 

If there are any members of Fhods reading this then they may remember when I did this makeup for a Halloween party at Fhods youth section on myself.

It's an attempt at "Freddy kruger" of The nightmare on elm street fame.

It took me six hours to put on and two hours to remove afterwards.

I used the same idea as the makeups in the pictures above, but increased it to cover all my head and shoulders. (This was the most painfull of all to remove, as it removed lots of hair)

Still Under Construction 

 

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