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Realistic skin

2009-02-25T21:03:00Z

I'm trying to create skin that feels real, being soft to the touch but that keeps its elasticity, I've been playing with latex and the results were not satisfactory. I also tried silicone and mixed it with liquid silicone and the texture was ok but not soft enough and kinda sticky. Any ideas? Is it possible to mix silicone and gelatin to find the the soft texture yet strong enough to pull it without tearing it apart?

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Mask Making Workshop in LA, August 11-15

2008-07-24T00:03:43Z

Mask Making Workshop with mask designer Alyssa Ravenwood

Learn how to make expressive masks in neoprene
Alyssa Ravenwood is an award winning mask designer whose masks have been
seen in performances in the USA, Canada, Asia, and Europe.
http://www.ravenwoodmasks.com

August 11-15, 7-10 pm
In Los Angeles CA

Neoprene Mask Making Workshop:
Learn sculpting, mold making, casting, and painting techniques.
You will leave class with a neoprene mask and a plaster mask mold.
Small class size allows for individual direction.

For more information:
Ravenwood Mask Design
email: ravenwoodmasks (at) yahoo (dot) com
Theater Website: http://www.alyssaravenwood.com
Mask Shop: http://www.ravenwoodmasks.com

You will learn:
* sculpting in clay
* how to sculpt an expressive face
* plaster mold making techniques
* casting with neoprene rubber
* trimming and sanding neoprene
* fitting a mask to a person's face
* making an adjustable elastic strap
* painting techniques

Evening Class Schedule:
Monday, August 11 - Friday, August 15
7:00-10:00 p.m.

Location:
The Brewery Arts Complex in downtown Los Angeles, CA.

Cost:
$250 tuition + $40 materials.

A $140 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your place in class.
Class size is limited, register early to reserve space.
Credit cards accepted through Paypal.

About the Instructor:
Alyssa Ravenwood was awarded the Portland Drammy Award for Outstanding
Achievement in Mask Design and is a two time winner of the Best Performance
Mask Award at the Ink People Maskibition. She has taught mask making and
mask performance workshops at theatres and Universities across the US.

For more information and to reserve your place in class:
Ravenwood Mask Design
email: ravenwoodmasks (at) yahoo (dot) com

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June Face Art Class w/ Wolfe FX

2008-05-14T18:04:54Z

Hi All -

The ever amazing Wolfe Face Art and FX team will be in the Sacramento/Roseville area teaching face painting art.

Master painters Kurt Drake and April Powell will come straight from IMATS the make up trade show in LA to teach and share thier talents.
A perfect class for professional and semi-professionals. If you want to master face and body painting as art for halloween, burning man or private events this is the only class you'll need. Kurt is one of the top fluro/blacklight face and body art painters in the world his work is mind blowing. These guys specialize in full face horror face art w/o or w/little latex and foam and all that glue it onto you crap. But can help you paint pretty unicorns too.

Monday and Tuesday, June 23 and 24, cost is $300 for both days, designed as a two day class but tons of info can be learned in one.
Time and exact location TBA - basic daytime hours 10-5.

see the are at www.wolfefx.com

Contact me Loretta at paint@extremefaceart or 800 451-0949

Sweet Loretta

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mask magic, new tribe inviting you

2008-01-24T23:55:06Z

good day, if you are interested in masks of all kinds, particular kinds, and would like to view and converse with those of the same interests or somewhat similar, please feel invited to share your experiences, pics, tips, and adventures,
hope to see you there...
mask magic
:O)
leah

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Silicone masks/props

2008-01-24T23:53:11Z

Hey! I'm new to this site as of today. I currently make masks/appliances out of latex and would like to get into silicone and body casting as well. Is there a good book out there that will give me the info required? Latex is all I have used so far.............
Thanks!

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frozen beard

2008-01-16T17:43:38Z

I'm trying to do a make-up effect of a frozen beard and hair. Looking to make icicles coming off of them. Any ideas? Also any suggestions on how to makw the skin look frosty?
Any help would be awesome!

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A tribute to special effects....

2007-10-04T23:07:50Z

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKtb5EgmlWY

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Help! Tia Dalma's teeth...what product to use?

2007-10-04T20:00:02Z

This is a great source for info! I'm hoping you all can help me out--what product was used to make Tia Dalma's teeth/mouth black? (Pirates of the Carribean) Just using tooth-black doesn't seem to cut it...and this needs to stay on through eating/drinking.
Thank you!!!

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Smoking Pants

2007-09-28T16:40:34Z

Hi, everyone -
I'm in an upcoming play where I kill a guy by pouring H2SO4 down his pants. We are trying to figure out a way to trigger smoke from his pants while live on stage. Any grand ideas for your ultra-creative peeps?

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Bloody neck guidence

2007-07-16T19:47:58Z

Hey Folks,
This would be my first post in this tribe.
I've got a project coming up were I need to make some pretty nasty neck wounds: Zombie/wild animal like.
Just thought I would poke in and ask if anyone has any advice and more importantly links to pics of some really nasty neck wounds.

I have basic training in theatre make-up but this being a film I want it to look really good.

Thanks.

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life-casting and capture hair

2007-07-10T15:15:46Z

Can you life-cast a whole head and capture all the hair as well using alginate? Or is there another way to capture the hair?

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close range bullet entry point in shirt......help please

2007-06-04T03:17:54Z

I've been asked to tech a shirt for a short film so that it looks like the person has been shot at close range.. before the blood starts oozing out.. my googling hasn't worked.. any ideas?

I'm thinking poke a hole in the woven dress shirt with a 9mm knitting needle, singe the edges of the hole with a heated metal rod.. but I have no idea what the flash burn might look like around the hole...

I don't have access to a gun, or I'd just go shoot the damned shirt.
Thanks for your help!

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blood recipes

2007-05-20T08:51:14Z

I'm taking a make-up class and need to find some non-staining blood recipes. Any ideas where to start looking?

Non-staining is the difficult part...

Thanks!

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CHECK OUT MY MAKEUP WEBSITE

2007-02-21T22:18:27Z

THANKS FOR BEING A FRIEND OF

" KIRSTEN PERRIN "

SAN DIEGO's "MAKEUP ARTIST ON THE GO"

FOR MORE INFO ON ME AND MY SERVICES
www.makeupartistonthego.com

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casting a full head

2007-02-09T16:32:57Z

how do I do this? I know how to cast but don't understand the process of getting the whole head

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questions from a student

2007-01-24T23:12:48Z

I am looking in to starting classes in this particular field and I had a few questions pertaining to the “real world.”

What are recommendations and/or suggestions as far as schooling and obtaining knowledge in this field?

Any personal dos or don’ts?

What is it like out in “the field?”
Is job placement plentiful?
Are any jobs relating to this field dependable and consistent (i.e. 9-5 Monday through Friday) or is it more of a contractor scenario (gigs for months at a time and then dry spells)?

I have heard tell that the Special Effects industry is slowly disappearing and jobs are going over seas, is this more rumor then fact?

Is it best to lean more toward the beauty/photography/t.v aspects of this profession rather then special effects and film?

Is it best to have equal amounts of knowledge in all categories? Jack-of-all-Trades?

I do have performance education that I am working on that I do not see “bowing out” of the picture once I delve into this education. Do I need all my focus and attention to be concentrated on this after my schooling in complete, if I intend to make anything of it? Is it possible to make it in this field without hitting promotion head on and constantly? Is it possible to make an enjoyable living out of this education while splitting my energy, time, and love between this and my continuing performance education?

anything to be aware of out in the field?
certain make ups to use or don't use? Certain scenes to get involved in or to not get involved in. Certain Jobs to be aware of? Positives and Negatives?

This is it for now but I am sure I will come across more soon!
Thanks so much for any and all opinions!

Much love and respect
KBeLLs

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FX book recommendations

2007-01-06T18:04:19Z

I just bought a book called Special Effects Make-up by Janus Vinther. It's a great book but seems to just scratch the surface. I'm looking for a book like it that maybe gets more in depth about materials and usage. I'm very interested in animatronics and puppeteered masks and the like. Know of any good books?

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Any tips for making ears?

2007-01-05T02:37:44Z

Sorry, newbie here. Looking to help make some little elfin ear prosthetics. Any tips and trix you can share would be showered with hugs and kisses (in person if in the Austin area).

pax xoxox
Claire

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Wolfe Brothers Face Paint Class-- Santa Clara January 2007

2006-12-06T20:53:47Z

Anyone who may be interested in learning world class makeup and face paint techniques should take a glance at the Wolfe Brothers class. They don't make to CA very often, and they are extremely talented artists. Their site is Wolfefx.com if you want to se a sample of what you will be learning. Great opportunity!

Each class is 3 days. People who book will be called
personally by Nick or Brian Wolfe. The cost is between $415-$500 for 3 full days
of instruction and lunch.
Tues-Thurs January 16-18, 2007
Fri-Sun 19-21, 2007
If you know of anyone who would like to take these classes. PLEASE
pass on my email or let me know. I was expecting the confirmation in
September, but didn't get it till now and really want to get this
class booked by January. Thank you for your support and help.
Contact:
Wendy- Wendy@NeverlandFaces.com
or Justin- justin@wolfefx.com

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Dead Meat the movie

2006-11-27T15:35:06Z

Hello all. Sorry you have not heard from me in a bit but I have been out of it. I had food poisoning recently and was sicker than a zombie dog. I have never been that sick in my life!! At any rate we are shooting a scene this coming weekend in Las cruces for the farmhouse scene. If you remember this is the one where the daughter of the farmer does battle with the zombies and loses. This will also involove the zombie dog Chigger puppet.I am going to collect his fur today and he should be finished today or tommorow. I will also be doing the final storyboarding for the scene as well. I leave thursday the 30th for Las Cruces. The shooting however is on December 2 and 3. If you can make it, you will have to find a place to stay. I am staying with the farmers at the farmhouse. We have zombies down there already. Stephen Eckles willl be going down and staying in a hotel to help us out and to be a zombie. If you can make it, let me know now so that I know who will be crewing and I will also know how many zombies we have available. This is not short notice for it has been stated before and it is also on our Yahoo group calendar. What we need in Cruces is crew and zombies. Let me know. Well, I am off to go buy fur. Have a great day!

http://www.deadmeatthemovie.net
http://www.gryphonseggproductions.com

Shawn Darling
(CEO, Gryphon's Egg Productions)

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Scare cover up HELP!!!!

2006-11-10T20:25:12Z

Scare cover up HELP!!!!

I have a few scares that I need help trying to cover up!!!!! I tried cover up but I am not able to match the skin color.

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making a latex prosthetic

2006-11-01T00:02:19Z

I've cast the persons' face and will soon be sculpting the mask. I've read the instructions 3 times over and preally don't get it....how do I make the prosthetic with the imprint of the persons face on the inside?

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Special FX Makeup Artisits Needed on Halloween Day

2006-10-17T18:56:05Z

Im organizing about 25 people to dance to Michael Jackson's Thriller at the Annual Parade in NYC this year

I need to hire 3 makeup artist, specializing in special effects, for Tues. Oct. 31st from 1-5pm

Pay: $100 and hour for materials and labor

Not all the dancers will need or want the makeup.

Location: Student Union at Pratt Institute, 200 Willoughby Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11205

If you know anyone who would be available please forward this to them! Thanx!

Nasreen

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skin safe spray adhesive? (crossposted)

2006-10-11T03:40:47Z

is there such a thing? I have an idea where something like this would really be a help....using fabric, not any rubber/plastic based stuff..

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Eye Glitter that STAYs and photographs TRUE, found.

2006-10-02T02:04:14Z

I have been looking for eons for an eye glitter that both photographs true and stays put under stagelights--I'm a professional bellydancer, and we were always getting what we call "glitter face"--when you sweat and it goes in your eye, so you make this awful face.

A local woman developed a line of 48 eye glitters that can be used all over the body, cosmetic quality, that STAYS where you put it, is hypoallergenic, won't sweat off, stays 8 hours or more, and doesn't hurt IF you get it in your eye (I tried it out by putting both the adhesive and the glitter RIGHT in my eye).

I have photos up on my site at www.romdeussen.com, under Eye Kandy, and just adore the stuff--so much so that I talked her into letting me work for the company.

We use for photo shoots where we want a flip flopping effect, etc., around our eyes to bring out costumes, etc. It also adheres over latex skin and liquid latex "clothing," which creates a great look as well.

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Starting a new zombie film in New Mexico

2006-08-31T13:52:17Z

My production company Gryphon's Egg Productions is starting a new zombie feature in Albuquerque NM. We are about half way through the script and some minor pre-production has begun. It gonna be big. Barnes& Noble and Borders are both picking it up. We need help though and in every way. Money, hands, food, money, cotumes, makeup(sort or. mainly peolple to apply it) and just about everything else. If you are interested or in the area and want to let us convince you to help get in touch
gryphonsegg@hotmail.com
check out the officia website that is always changing at this point
http://www.deadmeatthemovie.net

Thanks
Shawn Darling (CEO Gryphon's Egg Productions)

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looking for Albuquerque area artists

2006-08-13T15:41:59Z

Im new to the Albuquerque NM area and I am looking for other FX artists, either makeup FX or Visual FX. I run an independent production company called Gryphon's Egg Productions in the area and I have a few projects coming up. I am a Makeup FX and Visual effects artist and I need people for crew as well as for brainstorming, networking, ideas etc.. Let me know at gryphonsegg@hotmail.com .

Thank you, Shawn Darling

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New Mask-making Group at MySpace.com

2006-08-04T07:03:16Z

Any of you who might have a myspace.com blog and who might be interested or know someone who might be interested: http://groups.myspace.com/httpgroupsmyspacecomMaskers

I just created my own Mask-making group at myspace.com and am aiming to advertise the hell out of it wherever I can.:)

Please drop by and take a look, feel free to leave a comment in my journal about it, I'd like that. And PLEASE tell others about it!!!!!! Join!! Join!! join!!! The more the merrier!!

I want members who are serious about taking part in this community. Lurkers are allowed, of course, but I would prefer for people to participate if they are going to join.

-Thanks!:)

http://groups.myspace.com/httpgroupsmyspacecomMaskers

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Getting started...

2006-07-18T03:41:30Z

hey there, I've been wanting to start learning fx for a loooong time (i'm really interested in making an indie film) but ALAS I have no clue where to start. Any ideas would be much appreciated =D

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Burningman 2006 fashion show could use your talents

2006-06-12T06:41:37Z

If anyone would enjoy creating special effects and makeup for a fashion show, Trashistan is hosting one on Thursday of this year's festival.

We'd love to showcase your skills, whether you would enjoy working with a designer to make up models wearing their clothing, or creating a whole piece for a model. We'd love to have stuff which is unusual and unique, and not necessarily pretty or easy on the eyes, especially given the hope/fear theme for the year.

For more details, there is a tribe dedicated to the organization of this fashion show:

http://tribes.tribe.net/c49dbc8e-e4c0-4116-b36d-a907b2826e79?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5Bc49dbc8e-e4c0-4116-b36d-a907b2826e79%5D#

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imats...

2006-06-02T19:39:39Z

hello. i am new to this industry. been working for a life-cast artist for 6 years and we are venturing into *your* world.
i am a performance artists by night (flam-chen.com) and make heads by day. our specialty is we can *crank* out faces and heads. 3 minutes for prep and mold making, about 6 faces an hour. we use gypsum plasters for final product. the key about our system is that the subject is only under mold making material (alginate) for less than 2 minutes.
but we have NO idea about the market or entertainment industry. most of our experience is with retreat workshops, schools and troubled youths, and private interests.
see taizdesign.com for details.
anyone here gonna be at this convention?
my boss is excited but i am skeptical having had no experience or even attending an event.
hmm
any feedback would be appreciated.

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Bladerunner "Pris" style eye makeup

2006-04-14T04:55:22Z

Hi folks,

I'm putting together a zany outfit for a party I'm going to be dancing my ass off at as well as cooking breakfast for. I'd like to do some eyemakeup like this (but in hot pink).

http://scribble.com/uwi/br/brfaq/whois-pris.html

Any suggestions on how/what to apply so it'll be bright but stand up to dancing/cooking breakfast the whole night through etc. or is this a pipe dream?

Thanks bunches,

M&C

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model makers

2006-04-03T15:33:59Z

I am interested in learning movie model making is this the forum or does another exist.

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SF, CA area

2005-12-18T14:22:49Z

Anyone interested in doing some collaborative work on some prosthetics, props, casting, etc.?

I have been wanting to get a group of people together and instruct others who are not so experienced in FX make-up. Sort of a "struggling artists coop". A couple years ago, I got some friends together for a halloween mask-making session and now they are all hooked.

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Zombie makeup...

2005-11-04T22:56:53Z

What is the best way to make a person look like a zombie. I really want to have the zombie decomposing!

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Prosthetic Transfers

2005-09-01T08:17:11Z

In issue #48 of Make Up Artist magazine. The out of the kit column was focused on this new technique of Christien Tinsley's. Any ways I was wondering if any one has got to play with these, and how well they really work?

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Stupid alginate questions...

2005-08-18T19:02:36Z

I have been mixing alginate just by eye for some time. I felt stupid when a friend of mine have asked me what water/alginate ratio to use and how much, and I couldn't answer him!

Does anyone have measurements of how much alginate to use when doing a face or full head?

Also I know some companies sell alginate bonder, a solution you can spray/brush on to get a second batch to bond to an earlier pour. I know that it is something simple like baking soda... sodium_____ i have forgotten. Any clue?

Thanks
carl

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Airbrush Body Paint?

2005-08-12T08:24:44Z

Does anyone know what type or where I could find some paint that won't crack on skin? Any websites that explain it would be great. I'm looking for some thing would would work with an airbrush. Thankx in advance.

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X-post Last Minute Latex!

2005-08-10T03:09:46Z

We're having a workshop Wednesday, 8/10/05, in San Jose, Ca. If you want to come down and play in some liquid latex, give us a last minute buzz! There's still plenty of space available. 408-971-6366. or message me here for details.

Deviant, the premier manufacturer of Liquid Latex Body Applique, is organizing our first-ever in-house Liquid Latex Bodypainting Workshops! These will be evenings for people to get together and learn about applying Liquid Latex, from the basics to the advanced tips & tricks. Come play with Deviant Liquid Latex in our comfortable facility. Bring your partner or a friend, or come solo and make new friends! Have you been wanting to try Liquid Latex but weren't sure about the best way to apply it, or if it would really turn out like looking the people in our photos? Or maybe you didn't think you'd do a good enough job painting someone else?

Maybe you're already familiar with Deviant Liquid Latex but would like to learn advanced application techniques for photo shoots, costuming, special effects, or other creative uses? Or, maybe you already love wearing or painting Liquid Latex and have been looking for a chance to get together with others to play with the fantastic rubber "Paint On Clothing"? You'll use our latex, our brushes, our finishing products during the workshop... and we'll even clean up after you!

Then, at the end of the night, we'll give you a bag-load of new, sealed products to take home with you to use for your next sexy party, craft project, costuming idea or more! You'll get to take home all of the following products to use as you please: - 2 pints Liquid latex, any colors (value 2 x $13.95 ea.) - 1 Slick Latex Polish (value $5.95) - 2 Stardust Finishing powders, any colors (value 2 x $9.95 ea.) - 1 Applicator Brush Deluxe pack (value $8.50) That's at least $62.00 product value!

The cost of the workshop, including take-home products, is only 55.00 per person! Couples who want one product package for the both of them pay only $80 per couple. Our first couple of events will be general interest, light hearted and fun, focusing on the diverse application and techniques for the products. Some later events may be tailored toward a more mature theme. In the future, we'll be planning community-specific Liquid Latex nights, including some specifically for BURNERS (Burning Man), Couples, BDSM society, GLBT community, Artists & Photographers, etc., and we'll be presenting them in both the South Bay and The City (SF). We also have plans for Body Casting Workshops, presenting our new line of body casting products. Visit our webpage for more info & sign-up options:

www.DeviantLatex.com/workshop . Hope to see you there!

Cheers!

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X-post, Liquid Latex Workshops at Deviant

2005-08-02T18:45:35Z

We haven't set dates yet, but we'd like to hear from you if you're interested in attending. We're thinking this Thursday, 8/4/05 from about 7-10 PM, or next Wednesday, 8/10/05. We're in San Jose, Ca.

Deviant, the premier manufacturer of Liquid Latex Body Applique, is organizing our first-ever in-house Liquid Latex Bodypainting Workshops! These will be evenings for people to get together and learn about applying Liquid Latex, from the basics to the advanced tips & tricks. Come play with Deviant Liquid Latex in our comfortable facility. Bring your partner or a friend, or come solo and make new friends! Have you been wanting to try Liquid Latex but weren't sure about the best way to apply it, or if it would really turn out like looking the people in our photos? Or maybe you didn't think you'd do a good enough job painting someone else?

Maybe you're already familiar with Deviant Liquid Latex but would like to learn advanced application techniques for photo shoots, costuming, special effects, or other creative uses? Or, maybe you already love wearing or painting Liquid Latex and have been looking for a chance to get together with others to play with the fantastic rubber "Paint On Clothing"? You'll use our latex, our brushes, our finishing products during the workshop... and we'll even clean up after you!

Then, at the end of the night, we'll give you a bag-load of new, sealed products to take home with you to use for your next sexy party, craft project, costuming idea or more! You'll get to take home all of the following products to use as you please: - 2 pints Liquid latex, any colors (value 2 x $13.95 ea.) - 1 Slick Latex Polish (value $5.95) - 2 Stardust Finishing powders, any colors (value 2 x $9.95 ea.) - 1 Applicator Brush Deluxe pack (value $8.50) That's at least $62.00 product value!

The cost of the workshop, including take-home products, is only 55.00 per person! Couples who want one product package for the both of them pay only $80 per couple. Our first couple of events will be general interest, light hearted and fun, focusing on the diverse application and techniques for the products. Some later events may be tailored toward a more mature theme. In the future, we'll be planning community-specific Liquid Latex nights, including some specifically for BURNERS (Burning Man), Couples, BDSM society, GLBT community, Artists & Photographers, etc., and we'll be presenting them in both the South Bay and The City (SF). We also have plans for Body Casting Workshops, presenting our new line of body casting products. Visit our webpage for more info & sign-up options:

www.DeviantLatex.com/workshop . Hope to see you there!

Cheers!

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HELP

2005-07-22T17:49:53Z

Does anyone know of a special effects make-up artist in Santiago, Chile? I just moved here a few days ago and there is so much I want to learn, but I am having a problem finding out if there are schools here that teach such skills!!

Thanks

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Brushes..

2005-07-01T02:39:46Z

Ok, here's a silly newbie question..
I was asked by some fx house if I want to come help out on set this weekend and help put some prosthetics on zombies and paint them. I said I haven't done that before, but was told they'll show me what I need to do. Now, I tried to specificly ask what i need to bring, if make up brushes where enough, or if I needed paint brushes. All I got was "yes, bring brushes". Can you guys tell me what I would need?
I have make up brushes, but I'm guessing I need some others..but what kind? Would going to an art store and getting a brush set me good enough for this?
Thanks!

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Any Portlanders W/ Special Effects Talent??

2005-07-01T01:39:17Z

Hi Everyone. Just in time to Effect to impress!!

It's
FLESH *Heaven & Hell's Annual Mixer*
At Dantes (1 SW 3rd)
Friday July 8th, 2005
starts @ 9:00 PM

Dress as your side - Heaven or Hell
Prizes for most flesh & best hell or heaven outfit!

Featuring: The Spartacus Heaven & Hell Girlz
SEE-THROUGH FASHION SHOW!

Plus Live performances by: SMOOCHKNOB
Sinnergy & Heat Lorraine

Gonna be a huge show! 700 plus people. Tickets onsale at all Safeway Tickets West Locations. Gonna sell out fast! Get yours fast before they're gone.

More information at www.smoochknob.com
(503)703-9441

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Where in europe

2005-06-14T01:56:37Z

hi,Where in europe can i buy a propgun anyone that has a url/www ? so i can look.it would be wery kind.

then i thinking of to make a freddy kruger mask any idea how to do it on my boys face ?

Mikael

Sweden

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makeup trade show

2005-06-13T21:54:19Z

hey, is anyone going to the trade show this year in pasadena?
lets all figure out somewhere to meet or something.
maybe grab lunch one of the days.
any thoughts?

i will be there, probably like last year working for ve neill.

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any one know of any FX shops or films looking for crew?

2005-05-29T20:12:06Z

Does anyone know of any non union film/tv projects or FX shops looking for crew? I'm going through one of those slow points...can't seem to find anything lately.

http://athos-creations.com/

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Anyone know much about schools in LA?

2005-05-29T20:06:07Z

I'm trying to decide between studio mke up academy and Mud..the price is a huge difference...but if you guys oppinions, I would love to hear them.

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Gunshot Wounds

2005-05-24T09:01:59Z

where do i buy guns for Gunshot Wounds and other gunshot damages in cars,etc,etc.im from sweden so there is no shopr or onlineshops here.

the same goes for makeup and special effects its wery poor in sweden whit that kind of shops.

so if you have any Url/online shops to share it would be wery nice.

best regards

Mikael

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Makeup Supplies in San Francisco

2005-05-19T17:47:53Z

I'm still pretty new to the city, so does anyone know a good place that has a great selection of non-greasy, long-wearing, quality theatric make-up? I haven't even cracked the phone book open on this one, yet.

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Vampire Bites?

2005-05-15T22:52:46Z

So here I am, a week before shooting, and I realize...shit. I have no idea how to make very simple low budget, yet convincing vampire bites. Does anyone have any suggestions or resources they'd be willing to share?

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48hr. Gore ...

2005-05-12T19:23:43Z

I just participated in this 48 hour Gore and Horror film contest. what a blast. Basically you have 48 hours to storyboard, shoot and edit a six minute movie. I think the people that came up with this are pure genious !! I must say though, as a make-up artist, sometimes it was difficult to create my characters in under 2 minutes then apply it. I found that I preformed better under the high anxiety, some of the stuff I did was the best ever, even after 21 hours of shooting !!! I will post some pics shortly to show my wares !! Just had to rant about what a great contest this is for the independent and the newbie !! Check out the website to see some of last years submissions:

www.generalpublicproductions.com

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makeup cleanup

2005-04-11T06:10:17Z

please, please, please, can any of y'all share a way to get greasepaint off my (extremely fabulous) pale grey hat? Damn klowns. thanks.

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Looking for very fine glitter in SF

2005-04-11T01:29:46Z

I need some very fine gold and silver glitter (non metallic) locally in San Francisco.

Anyone have any leads?

thanks
-mike

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This is a lively tribe...

2004-08-04T02:14:13Z

I was hoping to to some recruiting, but it looks like I'll first need to do some resurrecting...

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Lots of stuff (intro, dead things, lifecasting)

2004-06-19T13:46:56Z

Ok... lots of stuff, but I thought I'd just put it all into one posting, heh.

1) I'm new to the list and I'm pretty much what you would call an amatuer makeup artist. I'm good at bruises and wounds for very close-up work (I belong to a street theatre group so our stuff has to pass super-up-close inspection) and I uploaded a pic of me as a leper (did my own makeup on that one) from last year.

2) Professionaly, I'm an art photographer specializing in nudes. I'm doing a photoshoot series in August with a nude female entitled "Necro," and it will encompass all types of dead body makeup. Some shots will be zombie, other shots 'voodoo zombie'; I want to do an autopsy cut and some other stuff as I come up with it, so there's plently of room to play. It will probably be a multi-day shoot since each makeup style takes a while. Mostly I'll be looking for advice on this list, but if any makeup artist wants to work on this project TFP/CD only (prints & shared copyright, but compensation only for makeup costs) I'll be taking in some limited "guest artists." E-mail me at mn_detective(at)yahoo(dot)com for more details.

3) I want to make a lifecast of a female torso and I need to keep it pretty much on a budget. If I have to I'll use plaster bandages, but I'd rather use paper maché if I can get away with it. Has anyone on this list used paper maché to life cast? What do you use to keep it from sticking to the model. (I know with plaster you use vaseline or baby oil, but it seems like those might keep the underside of the paper maché moist and prevent it from drying solid.) Any help you guys could offer would be great.

Thanks in advance!
-- Richard Rasner
Nakayama Studios

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face sweat

2004-05-25T00:18:27Z

I can't seem to get modeling wax to stick to my face. As soon as i start sweating behind it, it peels away. Any suggestions? Does anybody use antipersperant on a face?

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Killer dice needed...

2004-05-22T02:03:25Z

Making a Call of Cthulhu fan film for the HP Lovecraft Film Festival. Run into a snag. We are trying to make a die fly from a person's hand and embed into a characters skull... In one shot... Any thoughts folks?

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SF non-prosthetic

2004-03-17T22:13:57Z

Make-up artist available in the bay area for film production, or high-production stills.

Wax bullet holes and all that... but damned if I'm getting near a cake mixer again!

Call me if ya got a budget,
--randy

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any of you guys scupt?

2004-03-05T03:16:40Z

hey, any of you guys sculpt? I'm thinking about getting into doing the whole sculpy thing

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beat me hurt me

2004-02-17T23:35:11Z

ok well im looking for a local make up artist that can do the bloddy lip black eye for a photo shoot im doing.. interested semnd me a note..thanks all

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Best black eye

2004-02-15T04:59:01Z

I need some black eye advice from you experts out there. How do I make it look the most believable? What product to use? I have been creating them with mostly a combo of eyeshadows. Is there a better way??

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SF Bay area...

2004-02-14T03:29:17Z

Anybody know of any one in the Bay area who may be teaching or taking apprentices.? Also if any of you all head up the bay area to work on a project..I'd love to intern with ya....

I have experience in body casting for fine art purposes, and am teaching myself both latex and leather mask making techniques.

peace

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lifecasts

2004-01-13T05:18:16Z

hey, im doig a few lifecasts this week in the evnings, and just seein if anyone would be available in the evenings wed, thurs or fri. this week (like after 7)
just fer extra hands... theres no money, but ill feed ya if u come help.
-frank

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Trailers

2004-01-09T07:46:33Z

hey...trailer is out for a movie i worked on like 2 years ago almost (did it right before Pirates)

http://www.empiremovies.com/movies/2004/twisted.shtml

we did a bunch of real cool dead bodys and Gelatine appliances.
it was shot up in SF.
fun fun.

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Is everyone working?

2004-01-09T07:38:54Z

Happy New Year all.
I hope that everyone is just really busy and that's why there are no new posts.
I myself am still looking. If anyone knows of anyone who needs anything done, I could really use some work right now.
Maybe your molds need cleaning. How about your dog?
I'm a great conversationalist and pretty inexpensive to boot.
Seriously though, I do some carpentry, as well as, mold making , as well as, props.
I just don't want to have to go back to prostitution right now, but if I have to, I'm pretty good at that too.
Anyway, Good luck to everyone in the New Year.
-Kevin

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Old Age Makeup

2003-12-26T07:28:08Z

i just posted pictures of the makeup i did this past week in SF (12/18/03)
let me know what u guys think!
-frank

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assistant needed in LA

2003-11-18T00:21:52Z

hey, i have tons of stuff to do, and im lookin for someone to lend an extra hand. sometimes it pays, sometimes it....depends on the project. experience is NOT nessecary, i can teach you what i need you to do. sometimes its cleaning molds, someitmes its making them....sometimes its runing around to get stuff.
i dont like flakes or excuses, i need someone thats gonna be around, i dont have time for second chances. so if u have a good work ethic and want to learn ALOT, please let me know.

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anyone watching?

2003-10-27T15:20:18Z

did anyone watch One Bad Trip last night?
id love to hear peoples opinions on the makeup i did.
-frank

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make up kit for sale

2003-10-20T07:49:01Z

after switching professions i am left with an extensive special effects kit that i am no longer in need of. this is mostly a M.U.D. character makeup kit. im wondering if anyone might be interested in buying these barely used supplies for super cheap. i will supply a complete and thorough list of everything in the kit with photos upon request. includes metal case.

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