Character & Special Effects Makeup Course
Master character and special effects makeup from initial concept to camera-ready completion. Acquire expertise in prosthetics, adhesives, colour, texture, continuity, and on-set safety to produce expressive, resilient creatures and cinematic appearances under authentic production time constraints.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Master efficient, production-ready character and special effects makeup using streamlined processes, covering lifecasting fundamentals, prosthetic choice, accurate application, blending, and mobility. Design creatures featuring robust anatomy, colour, and texture strategies, adjust to demanding lighting, ensure continuity during extended shoots, and emphasise safety, comfort, and straightforward removal for professional, camera-ready outcomes consistently.
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Develop skills
- Rapid prosthetic application: deliver professional 2.5-hour creature makeups.
- Advanced SFX adhesives: ensure secure, flexible, safe prosthetic adhesion.
- Cinematic colour and texture: paint creatures that appear perfect on camera.
- Expressive character design: plan anatomy, texture, and movement for performers.
- On-set continuity and removal: sustain, record, and safely conclude intricate looks.
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