Cinema
Makeup Level 1
Conducted By Ena Azevedo
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Your First Step into the World of Cinema & SFX Makeup
Unlock the secrets of cinema and SFX makeup in this immersive 7-day beginner-friendly course. Designed for aspiring artists with no prior experience, this hands-on program introduces you to the essential techniques, tools, and safety practices used in the industry. Learn to sculpt realistic prosthetics, work with silicone, clay, and impression materials, and create lifelike blood effects. Under expert guidance, you’ll explore the entire process—from concept to final prosthetic creation—while building your first makeup portfolio.
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What You Will Learn
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Fundamental Skills: Master the products commonly used in the cinema makeup industry.
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Safety Knowledge: Learn how to handle various chemicals, when to wear a safety mask, and which types of masks are required.
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Limb Making: Practice working with different types of silicone and impression materials used in prosthetic limb creation.
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Clay: Understand the different types of clay, how to prepare and use them, and how they interact with various materials.
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Tools and Sculpting: Get hands-on experience with sculpting tools and techniques while sculpting your first realistic prosthetic.
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Moulding, Demoulding & Silicone Running: Learn about various silicones, their uses, and how to mould, demould, and run silicone effectively.
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Blood Effects Part 1: Sculpt realistic blood effects elements.
- Recap: Full Course Recap
What you can become
- SFX Makeup Assistant – Work on film, TV, theatre, or cosplay sets assisting senior makeup artists.
- Prosthetics Technician (Entry-Level) – Assist in the creation of realistic limbs, wounds, and creature effects.
- Freelance SFX Artist (Beginner Level) – Take on small projects or collaborate with independent creators.
- Theatre or Cosplay Makeup Artist – Apply your skills to stage productions, cosplay events, or themed shoots.
Course Modules
Foundations of Cinema Makeup Effects
Overview of cinema makeup and career opportunities.
Familiarity with industry-grade makeup products and tools.
Safety protocols: handling chemicals, using protective masks.
Sculpting basics: working with different clays and tools.
Creating limbs and prosthetics using silicone and impression materials.
Moulding and de-moulding techniques for realistic effects components.Â
Wounds & Special Effects: Basic Blood FX
Final Project & Portfolio
Duration
 7 Days
Demo:6 Hours
Practice:24 Hours
Prerequisite
No prior experience required
Certification
Course Material
Student Makeup Kit Provided*
After Course Benefits
Career guidance, alumni network, continued support, access to exclusive industry events, and exclusive offers on makeup products & Portfolio.
Price
AED 5,250 Inclusive of VAT
Student Work Gallery
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