Learn to prepaint, apply, and test glow-in-the-dark prosthetic appliances with master makeup effects artist Rob Hinderstein (Haunted Mansion, Wakanda Forever, Jurassic Park).

In Part 2 of this 2-part course series, Hinderstein provides professional guidance for prepainting and applying encapsulated silicone prosthetics that emit light without relying on CGI or optical effects. From achieving the right level of translucency to choosing the best charging option to activate the glow in your makeup, Hinderstein will teach you everything you need to know to bring stunning glow-in-the-dark characters to life.

Intermediate Level

3h 24m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title & Introduction - 48s

2. Prepainting the Makeup Appliances - 11min

3. Preparing the Silicone Appliances for Application - 9min

4. Tools and Materials for the Prosthetic Makeup Application - 6min

5. Applying the Glow-in-the-Dark Facial Prosthetic - 23min

6. Working the Makeup Appliance Into Place - 14min

7. Applying the Prosthetic Nose - 9min

8. Blending the Nose & Face Prosthetics - 20min

9. Removing the Prosthetic Flashing and Blending the Edges - 38min

10. Painting the Magenta Layer - 20min

11. Painting the Green Layer - 15min

12. Painting Final Details - 7min

13. Applying the Wig and Fake Eyebrows - 11min

14. The Importance of Hiring a Contact Lens Tech - 6min

15. Testing the Glow-in-the-Dark Prosthetic Makeup - 3min

16. Makeup Removal and Final Q & A - 10min

17. Wrap Up - 3min

Materials

CLICK 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.

EBA Performance Makeup

Frends Beauty Supply

Motion Picture F/X Company

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

Ken's Tools

Allied FX Company (Bluebird FX)

FOR YOUR WORKSTATION

Airbrush Compressor
Fake Eyebrows
Hairdryer
Makeup Appliances
UV Flashlight
Wig

AIRBRUSHES

Dual-Action Airbrush (Rob Hinderstein uses Iwata Micron)

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Bdellium Tools Brushes
Eyelash Brushes

PAINTS

Bluebird Ink Sideshow Colors by Allied FX Company in Various Colors
EBA Endura Original Alcohol-Based Makeup in Various Colors
EBA Voda Original Water-Based Makeup in Various Colors
Neon Color Cream Makeup Palette
Reel Body Art Ink Green Screen Color

ADHESIVES

Bondo by Frends Beauty Supply
FACEatelier Ultra Matte
Liquid Tape Adhesive
Pros-Aide Cream Adhesive by Frends Beauty Supply
Westmore FX SilicONE Adhesive

SEALERS

Ben Nye Final Seal
EBA ProSeal Makeup Sealer

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

70% Alcohol
99% Alcohol (Isopropanol)
Acetone
Baldiez
Illusion UV Blacklight Reactive Blue Invisible Ink
Water
Westmore FX SilicONE Thinner

RELEASES

EBA Vapore Makeup and Adhesive Remover

POWDERS

RCMA "The Original" No-Color Powder

SPONGES/POWDER PUFFS

Flat Powder Puffs
Makeup Sponges

TOOLS

Comb
Curved Metal Spatulas
Trimming Scissors
Tweezers

SUPPLIES

Brush Cleaner
Cape
Cotton Swabs/Q-tips
Dram Cups in Various Sizes
Paper Towel
Pins
Spray Bottles
Squeeze Bottles
Towels

FOR INSERTING THE CONTACT LENSES***

Scleral Contact Lenses by Cristina Patterson (Eye Ink FX)
Alcohol-free Wet Wipe Naps
Eye Drops
Tissue papers

***IMPORTANT CONTACT LENS SAFETY NOTE: On any theatrical, film, or television production, a certified contact lens technician should ALWAYS oversee the application of contact lenses to ensure the health of the actor's eyes.

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

Artist BiographyRob Hinderstein

Makeup Effects Artist, Prosthetic Painter & Eye Making Wizard

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