This class is comprised of techniques for injury simulation, facial hair application, bald caps and old-age makeup. It covers everything needed to create realistic simulated effects and characters. Students will learn both two-dimensional (using only makeup) and three-dimensional (using gelatin and silicone) character techniques.
Character Makeup Tuition
| CLASS | CLASS COST |
| Character Makeup Tuition Lab Fee | $4000 $250 |
| Subtotal *CMS Materials (suggested) | $4250 $840 |
| Total | $5,090 |
Materials are required for class. Students are welcome to purchase pre-packaged makeup kits from Cinema Makeup School or may choose to put together a makeup kit on their own.
Click through the makeup kits below to see required materials.
Character Kit / Supplemental Character Kit+
+ required without purchase of beauty kit
| Character Makeup Book 99% Alcohol 8oz (2) Pros-Aide 6oz. (2) Isopropyl Myristate 6oz. (2) Bald Cap Latex 6 oz (2) Bald Cap Sponges Medicine Cups Wool Crepe Hair (6) Vinyl Bald Cap KY Jelly Large Cape Ivory Hair Color PPI Spirit Gum Adhesive Bruises Color Wheel Rigid Collodian 1 oz | Telesis 8s Adhesive Telesis 8 Thinner PPI Tooth Color Chip Brushes (5) CMS Canvas Bag Rubber Grease Paint Palette (2) Acetone 2 oz 3D Gelatin 2oz Skin Saver Lotion Sealer Castor Oil 1 oz PPI Hi-Def Matting Spray Black Sponge (2) Old Age Stipple | Orange Sponge Hair Scissors Small Scissors Large Tweezers Liquid Blood 2 oz Gel Blood Synthetic Brush Set Powder Puffs (4) Makeup Sponges (2) PPI Skin Illustrator Palettes (2) 3rd Degree Silicone 1 oz. |
For students who choose to take Character Makeup without purchasing a Beauty Makeup kit, the following supplemental materials are required.
| Flat Spatula Eyebrow Pencils (4) | Translucent Powder Cream Foundation (8) | Metal Cups Metal Palette |
Character Makeup Class Duration
| LENGTH | Clock Hours | DETAILS |
| 4 Weeks | 140 Clock Hours | Mon – Fri 9am–4pm |
There are no prerequisites. “Daytime” and “Evening” classes are the same number of total instructional hours.
AVAILABLE COURSE DATES
January 7, 2020 – August 2, 2020
January 28, 2020 – August 23, 2020
Students enrolled in the Master Makeup Program will complete courses in Character Makeup.
As well as the following 5 classes Beauty Makeup, Airbrush Makeup, Photographic Hairstyling, Prosthetic Makeup, and Special Makeup Effects for a well-rounded education.
MATERIALS
While materials are required for class, students are welcome to purchase makeup kits directly from Cinema Makeup School or may choose to put together a makeup kit on their own. Below are the makeup kits and supplies needed for this program.
HOME BASE & STUDIO SPACE
Cinema Makeup School has over 10,000 sq. ft. of space including classrooms, labs, computer lab, library and resource center. With a kitchen as well, it’s the perfect space for you to settle in and learn the skills you’ll need for the rest of your career. As a graduate of CMS, you’re always welcome back to use our work space for your personal projects – a Hollywood studio equipped with many of the tools you’ll need to succeed.
HOLLYWOOD’S PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP SCHOOL
The CMS campus is located in the epicenter of the entertainment world. With close ties to the industry, our graduates have a world of opportunity at their fingertips. Our honors programs are designed to get grads connected to the top Makeup Department Heads in the industry.
Industry Mentorship Program | Protege Lab Internship | CMS Apprenticeship
ADMISSIONS
The path you take is up to you – are you ready to take the first step? We’re happy to help you with the entire admissions process. To see more details, visit our Admissions Page.