Special Effects Makeup

The popularity of shows such as CSI are keeping Makeup Artists busy developing techniques and Special Effects Makeup to add authenticity to the final production. As viewers become engrossed in shows it never crosses their mind that a Makeup Artist is responsible for the true to life wounds, cuts, abrasions, black and blues, and gunshot wounds that add the taste of reality to shows and movies. Special Effects Makeup encompasses many styles and techniques and is a discipline all its own. The amazingly talented Makeup Artist, Lymari Millot has generously shared her time to show how she creates a bullet wound. Ms. Millot is an award winning Makeup Artist in a variety of fields and is certified in Makeup for Film and Theater Character Creation, Special FX, Prosthetic, Airbrush and Hair and Beauty. The Makeup certifications is only the tip of Lymari's Artistic endeavors, she is a Visual Poet whose interests include, photography, drawing, painting and sculpturing. As a Makeup Artist Ms. Millot is able to channel her vast experiences, interests and cultural heritage into her Makeup Artistry.

In a three photograph sequence posted on her Face Book page and shot by the camera of Phil Ramund, Lymari shares her skill and explains exactly how she accomplishes the realistic gunshot wounds on Model Bethany Ruck.

In the first photo Lymari explains the use of wax in creating the 3-D effect of a wound. Ms. Millot relates that using Wax is one of the oldest techniques in Hollywood to create Special Effects Makeup. With detailed tips Lymari lets us in on the secret of a Theatrical Makeup technique that she uses to create a bullet wound.

In the second photo taken by Phil Ramund, Lymari Millot tells the reader how she uses a blend of maroon, red and black makeup to create the realistic bullet entry and exit wound on the back of model turned gunshot victim, Bethany Ruck. Ms, Millot also emphasizes the use of Liquid Blood in creating the realistic gunshot wound for the camera. Each step of the way Lymari Millot reveals her personal experience tips to accomplish this Special Effects Makeup presentation.

In the final photo of Bethany Ruck, Photographer Phil Ramund focuses in on finished masterpiece by Special Effects Makeup Artist and instructor Lymari Millot. In commentary that Ms. Millot has posted with the final photo she discusses the pitfalls of using Wax and Liquid Blood and how to counter them. In a selfless sharing of her knowledge Ms. Millot clearly describes the skilled process of Special Effects Makeup in creating a gun shot entry and exit wound. With all her pursuits it is amazing that she has taken the time to share her skills and knowledge in such a detailed manner. Visit the Web Site of Lyma Make-Up to see the other amazing Makeup Artistry performed by Lymari Millot, a name that will surely be heard out throughout the coming years in the World of Makeup.