Masters Of Craft: The Art and Business of Film & TV Make Up Artists with Donald Mowat (DUNE, BLADE RUNNER 2049, SPECTRE, SKYFALL, THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO)

Learn the craft and business of working as a film or television makeup artist with award-winning makeup Artist Donald Mowat, who has worked on hit films such as DUNE, BLADE RUNNER 2049, SPECTRE, SYFALL, MOON KNIGHT, THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, FIRST MAN, and more!

Makeup artistry in film and television is one of the most important and influential departments on any set. Makeup is the integral creative process that consists of anything from basic corrections (powder to correct shine, recreating periods in time or creating different emotional and physical states) to major character transformations (aging, injuries, prosthetics). Makeup in film and television drives character development and story and profoundly influences fashion, art, retail and culture. Working as a Makeup Artist (MUA) is an exciting and fulfilling career that requires craft and skills, both technical and communicative, while working directly with directors, actors and key decision makers on set. However, how do you become a makeup artist and what are the tools you need to have a long and successful career?

In this exclusive Stage 32 webinar, you will learn everything you need to know to not only break into the industry as a makeup artist but also how you can succeed in the role to ensure you are always doing great work and building a lasting career. 

Teaching you about the craft and business of working as a makeup artist is renowned makeup artist, makeup department head, and prosthetics designer Donald Mowat. A three-time British Academy Film Award (BAFTA) nominee and Academy Award (Oscar) nominee, Donald’s long list of credits as Makeup Department Head/Designer or Personal Makeup Artist include THE COVENANT, MOON KNIGHT, FIRST MAN, BLADE RUNNER 2049, NOCTURNAL ANIMALS, SPECTRE, SKYFALL, NIGHTCRAWLER, PRISONERS, THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, THE FIGHTER, THE DEPARTED, SICARIO, 8 MILE, THREE KINGS, MIMIC, FLY WAY HOME, MARGARET'S MUSEUM, THE PERFECT STORM, THE YARDS and DUNE for which he was the Makeup Department Head/Hair and Makeup and prosthetics Designer.

On top of his three BAFTA and Oscar nominations, Donald has received numerous awards and nominations internationally, including a Primetime Emmy award, two Saturn Awards, Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, and The Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers in 2018 for his work with BAFTA Los Angeles youth filmmaker education and mentorship. He has also received a record ten Make-Up Artists & Hairstylists Guild Awards nominations, winning twice for Denis Villeneuve’s PRISONERS in 2014 and Tom Ford’s NOCTURNAL ANIMALS in 2017.

In a jam packed 90 minutes, Donald will teach you how and where to start your career as a makeup artist, the essential skills and tools you need for correction makeup work in most film and television projects, how to approach makeup for a period piece, how to work with A-List actors and directors, and the steps you need to take to build a sustainable career in the industry. If you are a filmmaker or producer, Donald will teach you how best to work with your makeup team for maximum effect. You will learn the fundamentals and personal approach Donald has honed for nearly 4 decades as a makeup designer. Donald will illuminate the versatility needed to keep up with this rapidly changing industry and the different approaches he uses to help bring characters from script to screen.

You will walk away from this webinar with the skills and confidence you need to start or further develop your career as a makeup artist in film and television. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to receive expert guidance from one of the most accomplished makeup artists in the world!

"I’m thrilled to impart some first hand knowledge of my experience with you as a makeup artist designer and department head with rising stars of the discipline. I am always delighted to share my experience with passionate filmmakers who share my love for telling stories." - Donald Mowat

• Where to start your career as a Make Up Artist (MUA)
• Background work
• Day players
• Day checking
• Second unit
• How to book your first jobs as a Make Up Artist
• Basic knowledge for corrective makeup: film/tv
  • The craft and skill of a Make Up Artist
  • Why corrective makeup is a cornerstone of the work
• How to work with period makeup
• How to research and execute techniques to create characters from a different time
• Basic out of kit casual simulation
• Do's and Dont's when working with period makeup
• The importance of building industry relationships
• Developing your own style and taste as a freelancer but still being able to work in a team environment
• How to work on set
  • Engaging with the director to ensure their vision comes to life
  • How to make actors feel comfortable in the makeup chair
  • Make up as a way to enhance an actor's performance
• How to maintain your career
• Freelance entrepreneurship
• The importance of building relationships that last a lifetime
• How to build your professional community as a Make Up Artist 
• Q&A with Donald

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