Dreamers Unite at Emmy Awards Celebration

Make-Up Artist magazine’s Emmy Awards Celebration was like a classic reunion special for a favorite sitcom: beloved/veteran leads (aka department heads) were revered and make-up artists caught up with each other after long separations. “You know this kind of party for me is all about reconnecting with friends,” said Tym Buacharern, nominated this year for […]

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 […]

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

Zooey Deschanel Could Be Your Next Client!

If you use Wix Bookings to book appointments this new competition gives you the chance to book Zooey Deschanel as your client. The exposure opportunity for your business is huge! Plus, you’ll get to meet Deschanel and wow her with your talent. The only qualification is that you have a Wix Bookings website before entering […]

Tom Ellingwood, Journeyman Make-up Artist (1932-2017)

His first job upon joining Local 706 in 1966, was working on Star Trek for Desilu Studios. Between 1972 and 1987 Tom was Burt Reynold’s make-up artist for at least 25 films where he is credited, including The Longest Yard, Smokey and the Bandit (1 & 2), The Cannonball Run (1 & 2), The Best Little […]

IMATS Is Coming to Atlanta!

You spoke, we heard! We’re so excited to be announcing IMATS Atlanta 2018! Yes, you read that correctly. The world’s largest celebration of make-up artistry is coming to beautiful Atlanta! Atlanta has become a hotbed for motion picture work. And we’re going to unite the beauty community, along with the motion picture and make-up effects community […]

How to Make a Mechanical Hand

Out of the Kit: Realism Through Transparency

The Make-up Artistry of WonderCon Cosplay

Issue #128 On Sale Now!

For this Make-up Around the World Issue, we bring seven talented make-up artists into view—hailing from Ukraine, Brazil, South Africa, Russia, Spain, Denmark and Australia. Dive into their unique journeys, and discover their incredibly diverse make-ups. ALSO: Tales from the Crypt’s Kevin Yagher steps out of the shadows, Ashunta Sheriff builds an empire, Valerian and […]

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.

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