Platinum Silicone Mask Painting Part 1: Surface Prep, Mixing Paint & Airbrushing Flesh Tones

Jamie S. Grove

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Learn how to paint platinum silicone masks with leading makeup effects painter Jamie Grove (The Shape of Water, Guardians of the Galaxy 2, Avengers: Infinity War). Valued by character creators and special effects artists for its fleshlike texture and translucence, platinum cure silicone is the industry standard for high-end masks and prosthetic makeup appliances, but it can be a challenge to paint. In Part One of this 2-part course, Grove teaches you how to lay down a solid foundation for your mask painting projects, including his approach to proper surface prep, pro tips for mixing a platinum silicone slurry, and how to paint primary flesh tones with mottling, spattering, and other airbrush techniques.

Intermediate Level
3h 45m of duration
English (auto), Spanish (auto)

Curriculum

Materials

CLICK on the links below to find the materials you need for this lesson.

 

Some items might be harder to find, but a little internet scouring usually finds you everything you'll need.

 

Mouldlife USA

Mouldlife Europe

Naimie's Beauty Center

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

GreatArt UK

 

FOR YOUR WORK STATION

Air Compressor

Fan or Well-Ventilated Area

Heat Gun

High-Quality Respirator

Nitrile Gloves (DO NOT use Latex Gloves)

Lazy Susan

Mask to Paint

AIRBRUSHES

Air Regulator

Iwata Double Action - for fine detail

Paasche H3 Single Action - overall spraying and spatter

Touch-up Gun

CLEAR COATS/GLOSSES/MATTING AGENTS

Novocs Gloss

Novocs Matte

PAINTS

Oil Paint – Assorted Colors

Psycho Paint – Assorted Colors

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

Naptha

SUPPLIES

Large Paper Cups

Paper Towels

Paint Stirring Sticks

Rags

Small Paper Cups

Specimen Cups

HEALTH/SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When working with toxic and/or dangerous materials or tools:

ALWAYS read labels for appropriate use guidelines

ALWAYS wear a high-grade respirator

ALWAYS work in a well-ventilated area

ALWAYS protect your skin

ALWAYS wear eye protection

Artist BiographyJamie S. Grove

Special Effects Character Creator & Master Monster Painter
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