Special Effects | Special Effects Make-Up | Curriculum
Face to Face: Special Effects Makeup Curriculum
Face to Face Beauty & Make-Up Design School was the first make-up and special effects school in Africa to gain national and international recognition. We’re passionate about all things make-up, and our specialised special effects courses are tailored towards make-up artists who want to broaden their horizons and delve into the world of make-up artistry, special effects, and prosthetics.
In this guide, we will explore the various elements of our special effects make-up course and highlight the diverse career paths this exciting curriculum can lead to. If you’re interested in learning more about our courses, reach out to our dedicated team or visit us on an open day.
Special Effects – Subject Overview
Our diploma in design, make-up artistry, prosthetics, and special effects is a one-year, full-time course that runs from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. During this comprehensive course, students will cover a wide array of subjects related to special effects, including:
- Basic cleansing and skin anatomy
- Colour and lighting for theatre and photography
- Theatrical ageing techniques
- Drag make-up
- Special effects (including wounds, bullet holes, and burns)
- Make-up styles through history, including Ancient Egypt and Greece
- Crepe beard application
- Fantasy and futuristic make-up
- Bald cap application
The special effects and prosthetics component particularly covers many exciting subjects, including:
- Creation of life masks
- Taking impressions and making moulds
- Making dental impressions and teeth
- Sculpting designs of various body parts, including hands and feet
- Hot and cold foam techniques
- Working with various materials, including fake blood and collodion
A career in make-up and special effects offers many exciting opportunities, from working in theatre and fashion to contributing to commercials, TV programmes, and films. If you’re seeking a dynamic and vibrant career where no two days are the same, and you have a passion for make-up, art, and creativity, this field provides incredible prospects both in South Africa and abroad. If you’re unable to commit to a full-time course, we also offer various modular make-up and beauty courses, including Customary Airbrush Make-Up.
Visit Our Next Open Day
If you are excited about the prospect of learning special effects, why not attend our next open day? You’ll get to experience our campus and meet some of our seasoned tutors in the industry. For more information on our full-time and part-time courses, send us a message or give us a call at 086 503 7716. We look forward to welcoming you to our academy.
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