Advanced Prosthetics

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Learn Advanced Makeup Prosthetics

Are you a seasoned SFX artist or graduate of LMI’s Journey 2 Special Effects Makeup Program looking to elevate your skills and push the boundaries of your craft? Look no further than the Advanced Prosthetics Makeup Avocational Course at L Makeup Institute. Designed for professionals seeking to expand their expertise in the specialized field of special makeup effects, this intensive 162.5-hour program will challenge you to unleash your creativity and master advanced techniques. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your career and SFX skills to the next level—enroll in the Advanced Prosthetics Avocational Course and unlock your full potential in the world of special makeup effects.

What You Will Learn

Theory – Safety information, SFX kit, tools and their uses, anatomy, SFX terms, SFX history, character design.
Create full head life cast and positives.
Various sculpting techniques with attention to detailed texturing and flashing.
Advanced molding techniques for multi piece prosthetics, floating for multi piece mold making, and differences in mold making for different materials used.
Mix and measure foam for larger molds, as well as finishing processes to prepare foam latex appliances for application.
Learn about different types of silicones and their uses, create gel filled platinum silicone appliances.
Learn proper application techniques for full head applications as well as silicone applications.

Advanced Prosthetics Makeup Avocational Course

This 162.5-hour Advanced Prosthetics Makeup Avocational course incorporates daily projects and SFX skill-building sessions, to encourage learning by practice through hands on repetition.

Students receive through SFX will be given thorough instruction in the lab taking them through full head life-casting, design, sculpture, advanced molding techniques, foam latex formulation, and application of a dual layered, multi piece, full head and neck prosthetic. In addition, students will learn how to create gel-filled platinum silicone appliances.

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Why Learn Special
Effects Prosthetics?

By acquiring expertise in sculpting, molding, application techniques, and the use of silicone prosthetics, you’ll be equipped to bring fantastical creatures, lifelike characters, and intricate prosthetic designs to life on screen and stage. With the demand for special makeup effects artists’ growing in film, television, theater, and beyond, advanced prosthetics makeup showcases your versatility, dedication, and commitment to excellence in SFX makeup.

Prerequisites for The Advanced Prosthetics Course

Students who take this SFX makeup class must have basic knowledge in prosthetic application and mold making and have either graduated from L Makeup Institutes THE JOURNEY: BEAUTY + HAIR + AIRBRUSH + BODY PAINTING + SPECIAL EFFECTS PROGRAM, another accredited special effects makeup school, or have a portfolio of their work reviewed and approved by the L Makeup Institute Education Director before being admitted. Upon successful completion a Certificate will be awarded.

The Advanced Prosthetics Makeup Course is only offered on a stand-alone basis, does not lead to employment, is not accredited by ACCSC and therefore does not fall within ACCSC scope of Accreditation, and is not eligible for Federal Financial Aid and some other services that are offered to students and graduates of L Makeup Institutes Programs.

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When passion meets precision 💫✨ This striking makeup look from a student at L Makeup Institute shows what happens when creativity, skill, and vision come together. From the perfect cut crease to that flawless highlight – this is makeup magic! 💄💥

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When passion meets precision 💫✨ This striking makeup look from a student at L Makeup Institute shows what happens when creativity, skill, and vision come together. From the perfect cut crease to that flawless highlight – this is makeup magic! 💄💥

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Amazing work by graduate @face_and_canvas .
Working in the industry and conquering the Makeup World one brush stroke at a time.
Start your career. Programs in Esthetics, Beauty and SFX.

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Amazing work by graduate @face_and_canvas .
Working in the industry and conquering the Makeup World one brush stroke at a time.
Start your career. Programs in Esthetics, Beauty and SFX.

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She did it!
Today marks a major milestone for one of our amazing students at L Makeup Institute—her last clock-in! She has officially completed her program, and we couldn’t be more proud.

All the late nights, early mornings, and hard work have paid off. Watching our students grow into talented professionals is what we’re all about.

Congratulations @artistrybycathie on this incredible achievement! The future is yours, and we can’t wait to see where your artistry takes you

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She did it!
Today marks a major milestone for one of our amazing students at L Makeup Institute—her last clock-in! She has officially completed her program, and we couldn’t be more proud.

All the late nights, early mornings, and hard work have paid off. Watching our students grow into talented professionals is what we’re all about.

Congratulations @artistrybycathie on this incredible achievement! The future is yours, and we can’t wait to see where your artistry takes you

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✨ Dipped in gold and dripping in glam ✨

When your glow matches your grind, you don’t just turn heads—you redefine beauty standards.

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✨ Dipped in gold and dripping in glam ✨

When your glow matches your grind, you don’t just turn heads—you redefine beauty standards.

From the gilded lashes to the sculpted shimmer, this look is pure liquid luxury.
💫 Would you rock this golden goddess glam?

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Estheticians know—the secret to stunning makeup starts with healthy skin. This is why skin prep is everything.

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