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This one-week course is designed for artists who have either finished our introductory scenic painting class or painters who would like to use their skills to GO BIG. It is ideal for those seeking careers in theatrical painting.
The methods, shortcuts and secrets used by the professional scenic artist, spanning hundreds of years, are explained, giving you the opportunity to execute and take away your own piece of theatrical art.
Learn and expand on the following skills in this hands-on intensive course:
- Start with a designer’s vision and work toward a finished set piece;
- Solve problems typical with materials, tools and paints;
- Build an image in stages on a large scale in the continental style; and
- Build confidence with tools found only in a scene painting shop.
Note: Students will be required to bend, squat, stand for long periods at a time, and sit on the floor. Physical dexterity is required.
Registration fee includes materials.
Classes run Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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Learn and expand on the following skills in this Scenic Painting Workshop:
- Train in the use and safe handling of painting materials and tools;
- Learn about colour theory;
- Gain confidence mixing scenic paints;
- Acquire skills in chemical compatibility;
- Experiment with marbling techniques;
- Create brick and concrete facades;
- Develop wood graining skills;
- Create effective aging and break down; and
- Paint using many different methods on different materials.
At the end of this course, you will have examples of all of these facades and techniques that you may take home with you.
KEY INFORMATION
The low student-to-teacher ratio in each of these courses ensures instruction is geared to the participant’s skill level and experience. Please indicate your related experience when you register.
Registration fee includes materials for this Scenic Painting Workshop.
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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.
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Workshop 1: Stage Makeup & Gore Galore (August 7-8, 2025)
This intensive workshop will equip you with the skills and knowledge to create a wide range of makeup looks, from everyday stage makeup to realistic special effects such as gore and special FX techniques. (View full workshop description here. Note: a new tab will open.)
Workshop 2: Speciality Makeup (August 5-6, 2025)
Dive headfirst into the captivating world of specialty makeup! This immersive workshop offers hands-on experience with a wide range of techniques and materials, empowering you to transform any face or body into a work of art. (View full workshop description here. Note: a new tab will open.)
Instructor: Georgia Steel
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Prosthetics: Work with prosthetics and the proper application of: bald caps, false lashes, nose wax, gelatin flesh, liquid latex, and more.
Hair: Observe how receding hairlines and lace-backed mustaches, beards and mutton chops are created for professional theatre, and practice a low-cost alternative: laying your own crepe-wool facial hair. Discover how to use temporary hair dyes for aging techniques & other effects.
Body & Face Painting: Observe and practice body- and face-painting techniques; in particular, apply white-face specialty makeup used for cirque, mime, Geisha, sugar skull or zombie looks.
Explore the ever-expanding and colourful world of face and body art, including the use of Metallics & Day Glo. Work with split cakes and sponge & brush techniques.
Tattoo You: Learn about the different types of temporary tattoos and their applications, including the products used on TV shows such as The Expanse. Explore alcohol-based tattoo paint for both hand painting and airbrushing with stencils. Observe transfers and learn how to make both stencils and transfers with your own designs, along with glitter tattoos, gemstone & glitter techniques.
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.
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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.
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In this intensive, one-week Mask Making Workshop, practice and expand on the following behind-the-scenes skills:
- Develop interesting and effective characters that will read well on a theatrical stage.
- Learn effective techniques for sculpting with Plasticine.
- Create a plastic positive of your mask design with our vacuum-form machine.
- Explore different mask-making techniques through a myriad of demonstrations.
- Discover new techniques to create wire, buckram, foam and additive sculpture masks.
- Develop skills to fit masks properly to actors.
- Learn painting techniques that will enhance your sculpted mask.
Key Information
The low student-to-teacher ratio in each course ensures instruction is geared to the participant’s skill level and experience. Please indicate your related experience when you register.
Registration fee includes materials for the Mask Making Workshop.
Instructor: Ken Dubblestyne