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Special Effects Makeup Course: Learn FX with Jonah Levy
17 students
What you'll learn
- Sanitation & Safety in SFX Makeup
- Understanding FX Makeup Products & Tools
- Hollywood-Level SFX Techniques
- Silicone Prosthetic Application & Blending
- Character Transformation: Goon Makeup
- Character Transformation: Witch Makeup
- Prosthetic Removal & Skin Care
- Insider Tips & Career Advice from Jonah Levy
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Course content
5 sections • 9 lectures • 1h 40m total length
Requirements
- No prior experience needed! This course covers everything from the basics to advanced techniques. It’s designed for both beginners and those looking to refine their skills. A passion for special effects makeup is all that’s required.
- Recommended tools include prosthetic adhesives, alcohol-based paints, brushes, and blending tools (a full list is provided in the course).
Description
Special Effects Makeup FX: Master Silicone Prosthetic Application & Painting
Master the art of special effects prosthetic makeup with Hollywood SFX artist Jonah Levy. With over 20 years of experience in film and television, Jonah has worked on blockbuster productions like Avengers: Infinity War, Guardians of the Galaxy 2, and The Walking Dead. Now, he’s bringing his exclusive techniques and industry insights directly to you in this in-depth training.
This course covers every essential step in creating professional-quality prosthetic effects, from skin preparation and adhesive application to blending, painting, and removal. You’ll learn how to work with silicone prosthetics, alcohol-based paints, and advanced texturing methods to achieve realistic, durable results used by top SFX artists.
What You’ll Learn:
Skin Preparation & Adhesion – Ensure a secure, seamless application for long-lasting effects.
Prosthetic Application & Blending – Perfect the art of fitting and blending silicone prosthetics.
Painting & Detailing – Use professional alcohol-activated and cream-based paints for hyper-realistic results.
Advanced Texturing & Layering – Create lifelike skin tones, wounds, and aged effects.
Safe Removal & Best Practices – Protect the skin while preserving prosthetic integrity.
Insider Pro Tips & Techniques – Gain expert knowledge rarely shared outside the industry.
Designed for aspiring SFX artists, professionals, and makeup enthusiasts, this course provides hands-on instruction, expert techniques, and real-world applications to elevate your skills. Whether you’re preparing for film, television, theater, or haunted attractions, this training will give you the confidence to create high-quality prosthetic effects.
Enroll today and start your journey into professional SFX makeup artistry!
Who this course is for:
- This course is for aspiring and experienced SFX artists, makeup enthusiasts, and hobbyists who want to master prosthetic makeup techniques. Whether you’re looking to break into the film, TV, and theater industry, improve your existing skills, or simply explore SFX makeup for fun, this course provides step-by-step guidance to create professional-quality prosthetic effects. No prior experience is required—just a passion for creativity and special effects!