About the tutor
Stuart Bray has worked as a freelance makeup effects artist in the film and television industry for fifteen years. He works in all aspects of makeup effects from design, lifecasting, sculpting, moulding, casting and final application on set.
His work can be seen in TV shows and movies such as Dr Who, Saving Private Ryan, Gladiator, The Mummy and Harry Potter films, Shaun of the Dead, In Bruges and Stardust. Over the last several years he has also freelanced as a tutor for a number of makeup schools.
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This is a hands-on workshop. A small class size ensures maximum tutor attention, and you'll learn by doing the whole process yourself. With your tutor alongside, you'll learn first hand how to use the various materials and techniques.
You will be provided with notes detailing the materials used and a supplier list and other useful information. These notes are to help you to continue using the techniques long after the course has finished. You can continue to contact us for advice, reminders and help in the future.
We run short courses of one and three day duration suitable for beginners and for those with some experience. These workshops will show you the methods and techniques involved in cutting edge materials and processes in a short space of time.
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The one day workshop: Covers a simple but highly effective method for sculpting, moulding and casting generic appliances in both silicone gel and gelatine which we will then apply.
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The three day workshop: Includes all the above, as well as life casting in silicone and alginate. From these life casts, custom appliances are made and applied.
What does this mean to you?
All materials, equipment and reference will be available and included in the fee. Along the way, we encourage you to take as many notes and photographs as you like for your reference.
About the studio
The workshops take place in a fully equipped makeup studio at the Hampshire Street Studios, a working production studio based in Camden, North London. There are excellent public transport and road routes.