Learn how to paint & finish a platinum silicone mask with master FX painter Jamie Grove (The Shape of Water, Guardians of the Galaxy 2, Avengers: Infinity War). Valued for its fleshlike texture and translucence, platinum cure silicone is the industry standard for high-end masks and prosthetic makeup appliances, but painting it requires a unique approach.

In Part Two of this 2-part course series, Grove hones in on detail work, including how to airbrush patterns, tips for incorporating metallics into your flesh tones, realistic eye painting techniques, and finally how to knock down areas of unrealistic shine with a matting agent.

Intermediate Level

3h 25m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 57s

2. Blocking Out Patterns - 26min

3. Layering Raw Umber - 22min

4. Adding Black Fill - 19min

5. Refining Shapes - 23min

6. Incorporating Metallics - 23min

7. Painting Highlights & Edges - 20min

8. Adding a Matting Agent - 11min

9. Painting Eyes - 12min

10. Hand Brushing Details - 8min

11. Adding Highlights to the Eye - 20min

12. Student Q & A - 15min

13. Wrap Up - 6min

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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