A show where we have candid conversations with the leaders of the pro makeup world about their art, and the pain and glory of working in a creative industry. Two time Emmy award winner, Michael Key created Make-Up Artist magazine in 1996. It has become the make-up community’s top resource for innovative make-up techniques and the latest industry news and trends. Read in more than 70 countries, Make-Up Artist is a source for pros and aspiring artists working in film, fashion, TV, theater, retail and beyond.
Mike Marino's amazing transformation of Sebastian Stan's in "A Different Man"
Make-Up Artist magazine speaks with 3X Oscar nominee, Mike Marino, the Makeup Designer for "A Different Man" about his process for achieving ultra realism in transforming Sebastian Stan.
14 Feb 2025
Wicked Makeup & Hair Designer, Frances Hannon
Oscar and BAFTA nominee, Frances Hannon talked with us about heading the massive motion picture, Wicked. She shares BTS stories from making green believable to shaving horses. The video of the interview can be found at youtube.com/@MakeupArtistmag. Enjoy!
30 Aug 2024
Handling The Undead. An Interview with Morten Jacobsen
Prosthetic designer, Morten Jacobsen tells us about his process for creating the compelling zombies for Handling The Undead. Hear his stories and see Morten's photos and video of the techniques he used. Discover how they made this award winning film.
16 Aug 2024
Shogun: BTS with the Makeup artist and Hairstyling Team
Makeup artist, Rebecca Lee and Hairstylist, Sanna Seppanen take us behind the scenes of the hit show, Shogun.
2 Jul 2022
Oscar Winner, Jeff Dawn
Department headed make-up departments on over 40 films (Terminator, True Lies, The Scorpion King) plus over 300 episodes in television (Lost, Hawaii Five-0). Worked with Dwayne Johnson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bruce Willis and Sylvester Stallone.
20 Jun 2022
Gail Kennedy: Under The Banner of Heaven
Talking beards with Gail Kennedy, Dept Head Makeup Artist for Under the Banner of Heaven.
4 Mar 2022
Outlander Makeup and Hair Designer, Ann McEwan
This episode is with Ann McEwan. She is a veteran make-up artist that is based in Scotland and is currently the makeup and hair designer for the hit series, Outlander. Ann has also contributed to successful franchises such as, Clash of the Titans and Game of Thrones. We caught up with her in Glasgow Scotland to discuss pregnancy bellies, prop babies, vintage wig dryers and her extensive career. Enjoy!CHAPTERS00:15 - BBC4:45 - Starting in Television10:25 - Outlander14:00 - Facial H...
16 Oct 2020
Kevin Yagher: Bill & Ted Face The Music BTS
Interview with make-up artist, Kevin Yagher about his work on Bill & Ted Face The Music plus The Hidden, Nightmare on Elm Street, Chucky and more.
25 Jan 2020
50 Years in Film, Miracles and the Evolution of the Oscar with Leonard Engelman
This episode is with Leonard Engelman. He has been a leader in our industry for over 50 years. Leonard has been a governer of the Academy of Motion Pictures and was the first makeup artist to serve as an Academy vice president. He has been a personal makeup artist to Cher, Meg Ryan, Val Kilmer and Sylvester Stallone. On many films Leonard has been the department head and is highly skilled in everything from beauty to prosthetics. You should check out his IMDB because because his credits...
28 Dec 2019
Sculptor Randy Bowen
A candid conversation with sculptor extraordinaire, Randy Bowen. He began as a garage kit creator and in his 20's was director of Product Development at Dark Horse comics. Randy went on to create his own company, Bowen Designs that has produced over 500 statues and busts of licensed Marvel characters.His sculpture of Superman was regularly seen on Seinfeld. He has collaborated with such luminaries as Frank Frazetta, Frank Miller and Ray Harryhausen.
2 Dec 2019
Beauty Veteran: Roque Cozzette
Make-up artist, photographer, innovator and educator. His multifaceted career spans three decades that includes years on the road with Patt Mcgrath and contributing to numerous brands including MAC, Kett and he is the founder of his own brand, Cozzette.
3 Oct 2019
Non-Sexual Intimacy, Beards & the Yellow Brick Road with Vivian Baker
This episode is with makeup artist, Vivian Baker who's credits include Avengers Endgame, Jurassic World, Oz the Great and Powerful and Bombshell. She has been a personal makeup artist to Chris Pratt, Blake Lively, Hillary Swank and Bryce Howard.
3 Sept 2019
A Conversation About Dick Smith Part 2
A two part conversation about the great Dick Smith change the industry and our lives with Mark Viniello, Craig Reardon, Peter Montagna, Kevin Haney hosted by Michael Key.
3 Sept 2019
A Conversation About Dick Smith Part 1
A two part conversation about the great Dick Smith change the industry and our lives with Mark Viniello, Craig Reardon, Peter Montagna, Kevin Haney hosted by Michael Key.
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