Learn how to lay a beard like a makeup master with Academy Award-nominated character creator, Lance Anderson. In this in-depth course on the foundational art of hair laying, Anderson shows you the right way to add realistic facial hair to an actor (or actress!) using affordable tools and materials.

Intermediate Level

2h 19m of duration

English (auto), Spanish (auto)

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Curriculum

1. Title - 15s

2. Introduction - 9s

3. Adhesives, Tools & Materials - 8min

4. Tools - 13min

5. Prepping Hair - 9min

6. Blending Hair - 4min

7. Crimping Hair - 9min

8. Storage and Conservation - 3min

9. Beard Application - 2min

10. Layer One - 21min

11. Layer Two - 21min

12. Layer Three - 4min

13. Styling the Beard - 12min

14. Applying a Lace Moustache - 3min

15. Trimming the Beard - 5min

16. How to Match Hair Color - 3min

17. Floating Off a Beard - 11min

18. Cleaning Up - 6min

19. Some Friendly Advice - 3min

20. Stan - 2min

21. In Closing - 45s

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.

Naimie's Beauty Center

Reynolds Advanced Materials

Smooth-On Inc.

FOR YOUR WORKSTATION

Antique Pleating Machine

Breath Mints

Hackle (Foam and C-Clamps)

Makeup Chair

Microwave

Mini Portable Fan or Larger Fan

Nylon Cape

Small Metal Containers (Ramekins)

Trashcan

CLEAR COATS/MATTING/GLOSSING AGENTS

Crystal Clear Krylon Spray

EPOXYS/GLUES

Extra Hold Spirit Gum

K.D. 151 Extra Strength Ultra Matte

Pros-Aide Water-Based Adhesive

Spirit Gum Matte

Telesis Silicone Base Adhesive

HAIR AND CREPE WOOLS

Angora Hair

Crepe Wool in various colors

Human Hair – straight or pre-crimped

Wig Color Hair Samples

Yak Hair – straight or pre-crimped

PAINT/BRISTLE BRUSHES

Assortment of Small Soft Paintbrushes

Small Pure Bristle Brushes

SPONGES

Makeup Sponges

THINNERS/SOLVENTS

Body & Makeup Adhesive Remover

Detachol Adhesive Remover

Frends 244 Fluid

Frends Pure Acetone

Mavidon Oil-Based Adhesive Remover

Telesis Silicone Base Thinner

Telesis Super Solv Extra Strength Adhesive Remover

TOOLS

Combs

Comb w/Prongs on End

Comb w/Single Prong on End

Metal Comb

Crimping, Pliers and Gripping Tools

Small Crimper

Cutting Tools

Electric Shavers and Clippers

High-Quality Hair Scissors

Pinking Shears

Razor

Utility Scissors

Metal Stirring/Dipping Tool

Other Tools

Hairdryer w/Cool Feature

Marcel Curling Iron Oven

Marcel Curling Irons (Various Sizes)

Soldering Iron

Tweezers

SUPPLIES

99% Alcohol

Aerosol Soap

Aerosol Spray Can of Water

Aftershave Lotion

Artist Palette w/Waxy Surface

Clean Face Towel

Derma Shield

EDAP Moisturizer

Hair Spray

Kiehl’s Blue Astringent

Nylon Hose/Pantyhose

Paper Towels

T-Pins

Tissues

Translucent Facial Powder

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 BiographyLance Anderson

Academy Award nominated Special Effects Makeup Character Creator, Founder Make-Up Designs, Inc., Co-Founder AFX Studio

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