A Work of Genius

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out the key role make-up plays in Genius. An original National Geographic series, each season, Genius tells the story of one of the greatest minds in history. Season One’s subject was Albert Einstein. Realistically re-creating one of the more recognizable figures of the 20th century is a daunting […]

Taboo Make-up Revelations

BBC One’s Taboo (directed by and starring Tom Hardy) shocked, compelled, repulsed and enthralled viewers. Learn how the dark and twisted characters of Taboo were created in this exclusive interview with make-up and prosthetics designer Erika Okvist as she discusses her work with trainee Stefanie Kemp. The two get into the nitty gritty (literally) of […]

M.A.C. Pro Holds Toronto Orphan Black Event

While M.A.C. Pro is no stranger to holding beauty/fashion demonstrations across the globe, the company’s promotional team turned their attention to television for a recent event held at Toronto’s Queen-Richmond Centre West on June 17. Spotlighting the Canadian sci-fi drama Orphan Black, it featured the show’s make-up designer Stephen Lynch as he re-created a quartet […]

Lois Burwell Elected Academy Vice President

Nana Fischer: From A to The Lost City of Z

The Thrilling Make-up of a Michael Jackson Biopic

Elvis Jones, Co-Founder of Autonomous FX, Dies at 42

Elvis Jones, the co-founder of Autonomous FX, died on June 2, 2017, in Costa Rica. He was 42; the cause of death was complications due to liver failure. Elvis Floyd John Oliver Thomas Jones was born June 22, 1975 in Kansas City, Mo. He graduated from Raytown Senior High School, Raytown, Mo. in 1993 and […]

San Diego Comic-Con’s Cosplay: A Feast for the Eyes

San Diego Comic-Con is always a hot bed of creativity and the 2017 convention was no different! The sprawling exhibition floor supplied attendees with an interest in make-up effects many opportunities to indulge creatively. Weta, always a fan favorite with epic displays, was offering opportunities to get a Middle Earth makeover with ear-tip applications. CFX […]

Reunions: Sabrina Wilson and Lee Joyner

In Issue #126, The Education Issue, of Make-Up Artist magazine, we got nostalgic for the days of signing yearbooks and asked teachers from Make-up Designory and Cinema Makeup School to interview alumni who have gone on to career success. Then we let the former students turn the tables. How has the industry changed since both began? What […]

How to Make a Mechanical Hand

Out of the Kit: Realism Through Transparency

The Make-up Artistry of WonderCon Cosplay

Issue 127 of Make-Up Artist Magazine On Sale Now!

Our issue #127 is packed with cutting-edge make-ups! Build your skill set with two great how-tos: Richard Redlefsen’s make-up demo inspired by Dick Smith’s iconic Mark Twain make-up; and Rich Knight’s steps for building a mechanical hand. Don’t miss our shop profiles on Designs to Deceive, Creature Effects Inc. and Lone Wolf Effects. ALSO: Brigitte […]

Issue 126: 34 Pages of Movie Coverage!

Get smart about make-up with our annual Education Issue (#126)! Plus: First-look images from Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Alien: Covenant and more.

Issue 125: Get Inspired with the Art and Design Issue!

It’s the annual Art and Design Issue, and we go behind the scenes to learn about Pantone’s Color of the Year selection process!

Exclusive: Backstage Pass to Pan Am Games Make-up

Local 706 Announces Nominees for 2014 Guild Awards

Broadway Shakespeare Plays Use Old-School Make-up Methods