How to Paint a Latex Monster Mask
In this excerpt from "How to Make a Latex Mask Part 3," creature FX master Tim Martin (The Thing, Jurassic Park 3, AVP) shows you how to paint your latex mask with thin washes of color to create the illusion of translucency - including professional makeup effects tips on spattering, blotting and how to highlight your mask's sculptural details with subtle painting tricks.
Free mini-lesson highlights:
- Adding Teeth Discoloration with Brown Washes
- The "Spatter" Technique
- Creating the Illusion of Translucency
- Paint Blotting - Creating Break Up & Avoiding Drips
- Highlighting Sculptural Details - Wrinkles, Recesses and Cracks
Check out the entire How To Make A Latex Rubber Mask course series with Tim Martin here:
- How To Make A Latex Rubber Mask Part 1 - The Sculpture Process
- How To Make A Latex Rubber Mask Part 2 - Mold Making & Casting
- How To Make A Latex Rubber Mask Part 3 - Patch, Paint & Finish