Academy Re-elects Lois Burwell
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recently announced their picks for the 2018-19 Board of Governors, and Make-Up Artist magazine wants to congratulate Lois Burwell, who was chosen to once again serve as…
A Series of Fortunate Make-ups
The tragic tale of three orphans is back, and as the trailer points out, even “worse” than the first season. The make-up artists on Season Two of A Series of Unfortunate Events, which first aired…
Issue 132 on Sale Now!
We value the sharing of knowledge and the exploration of creativity, because both are so important in this industry. We also appreciate the dedication and passion it takes to be an educator! That’s why every…
The Skinny on the Make-up in ‘Dietland’
The whole premise of the AMC TV show Dietland (which premiered June 4) is about pushing back on the status quo. It’s about “decorating yourself, however you see fit,” as one of the characters puts…
A Royal Make-up
Timeless, chic and effortless. Daniel Martin tells us these were the anchor words used to inspire Meghan Markle’s make-up for the royal wedding. Yes, we are still obsessing! Aren’t you? We were able to corner…
Take it to the Matte: A ‘GLOW’-Inspired Event
Everyone who lived through the ’80s has a soft spot for GLOW: Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling, the homespun show that ran from 1986 to 1990 and pitted over-the-top female characters against one another in the…
Empowerment Through Make-up
Charity seeks to help acid attack survivors gain skills to realize their beauty and to help others do the same. Acid attack violence is a world-wide phenomenon and its victims are mainly women and children.…
A Colorblind Make-up Artist Defies the Odds
Being a make-up artist is a challenge. Being a colorblind make-up artist is a conquest. Toby Derrig found out he was colorblind in first grade when he accidentally colored a Texas Longhorn green and almost…
Don Marando, Journeyman Make-up Artist (1929 – 2018)
Don Marando, Journeyman Make-up Artist, recently passed away. Born in Indiana, Don Marando was a third generation hairstylist and make-up artist. His adventures with Bob Hope were legendary.
‘Keep the Gaslight Burning’ Premieres at the Magic Castle
Based on the short story by R. Chetwynd-Hayes, Dave and Lou Elsey’s short film Keep the Gaslight Burning had a special screening at the Magic Castle in Hollywood on April 19, attended by many prominent…
‘Taboo’ Wins British Academy Television Craft Award
On April 22, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced the winners for the 2018 British Academy Television Craft Awards. The winners in the Make Up & Hair Design category were Jan Archibald,…
‘The Room’ Re-emerges as ‘The Disaster Artist’
While it may have been panned by critics, there is something arguably refreshing about The Room. And that baffling something is what roused producers James Franco and Seth Rogen to make The Disaster Artist some…
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