Stage Makeup & Gore Galore

Practice basic male and female stage makeup and explore a variety of character looks, including aging (aging both to an older look and to a younger look) techniques for both theatre and film.

Learn gore & special FX techniques such as: bruising, scars, gashes and lacerations, burns, bullet holes, tooth dyes, and wounds of all kinds in various stages.

Instructor: Georgia Steel

Discover an exciting variety of theatrical makeup techniques, tips and tricks from specialty makeup professionals during this hands-on, behind-the-scenes course.

• Learn hygienic procedures for applying makeup to self and others;
• Use a variety of application tools – brushes, sponges, airbrushes, stencils, transfers, & fingers;
• Work with a variety of sealers, adhesives and removers;
• Apply special effects products such as liquid latex, nose and scar wax, gelatin flesh effects, rigid collodion, hair & tooth dyes, and different fake-blood products;
• Discover where to purchase all products used;
• Become familiar with makeup history, trends and careers;
• Explore resources for school & career options.

All materials are included in the course fee.