Continuing the advanced makeup class at Santa Rosa Jr. College, I used the life cast I made of the beautiful and patient Grace Kent to make a prosthetic nose out of cold foam for this (admittedly odd) mermaid makeup. Here are the steps for making the nose (or other appliance) of your dreams. Sculpt: Place the facecast on aContinue reading “How to make a prosthetic nose using a life cast and cold foam”
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How to Make a Life Face Mask – step by step
This is what I learned in my Santa Rosa Junior College Theater Arts make up class as per instructor Maryanne Scozzari. We’ll use these life castings to design and create prosthetic noses for character make-ups, just like they do on Sci-Fi’s Face Off reality TV show, well, almost. By reading this post you agree to follow all safety guidelinesContinue reading “How to Make a Life Face Mask – step by step”
How to paint a leopard face
For this make up I used gold, white and black Wolfe brand face paint and gold cosmetic glitter. Don’t use craft supplies. Only use products made for use on the skin. My lovely friend Willa is my model. Note: Click here for an updated version of this tutorial Start by applying white around the eyesContinue reading “How to paint a leopard face”
Why not paint the kids yourself?
It’s not rocket science, you can do it. You’ll need some supplies, some practice and someone else to greet guests, serve food, and supervise the kiddies. First, please, please, please use only FDA approved, cosmetic grade FACE paints. Snazaroo, Kryolan and Wolfe are good brands. Craft paints may be non-toxic but they are not madeContinue reading “Why not paint the kids yourself?”
Auntie Stacey's Face Painting 