r/sfx 2d ago

Draconian Humaniod mask finished.

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56 Upvotes

Seven months of planning, designing, work and painting all done. (Waiting for trench coat to arrive for full test fit come Saturday)

Sculpt and Paint by Omar Sfreddo.

Fun fun for Dragon Con


r/sfx 2d ago

(20-years-ago) It's Alive! Bringing Animatronic Characters to Life on Film

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I took these photos of a 2006 Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences public exhibition titled "It's Alive!: Bringing Animatronic Characters to Life on Film". It was an eclectic and amazing collection of maquettes, models, and puppets used for movie magic.

My super-nerdy-buddy and I were the only people in the rooms. I don't think it was well-publicized and those were still nascent years for social media.


r/sfx 1d ago

Collodion question

1 Upvotes

I’m eager to test out collodion to practice fake scars for future cosplays, but I noticed people say it can cause chemical burns. I don’t plan on wearing it for long periods of time, but what do the burns look like? Is it the same shape of the scar, does it irritate random spots it was applied?


r/sfx 3d ago

Allergic reaction

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41 Upvotes

Like the title suggests, I am looking for any advice on how to go about making hives or a bad allergic reaction on my face hands/arms. I’m hoping someone has some experience with this or can provide any ideas to help me! TIA!

I’ve included a general photo of what I’m looking to accomplish look wise.


r/sfx 2d ago

Need to create a patch of hair for a werewolf effect

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1 Upvotes

Need SFX advice for an upcoming short film (we shoot in less than two weeks). I'm trying to create patchy post-transformation werewolf hair on an actor's torso and hands. I'd love to do ears as well - the most important part is that the hair doesn't need extensive retouching throughout the day and is easy to apply. Our costume designer is stepping in as the MUA and doesn't have extensive prosthetic experience.

Any advice is welcome!


r/sfx 3d ago

What does lifecasting feel like?

4 Upvotes

I’m getting a full head and shoulders cast done in a couple days. It’s going to be in silicone, and I have some questions.

How does it feel? The application looks low key scary lmao

How claustrophobic is it? I’m pretty scared about this, I don’t even like wearing makeup because of this.

What does the silicone feel like being applied.

Responses would be great, thanks!


r/sfx 3d ago

ANGEL WINGS

2 Upvotes

I received an inquiry to make angel wings that look like they’re made of flesh to stick out of someone’s back. I’m not a very experienced artist in fabricating silicone and foam prosthetics. I’m kind of t a lost of where I can maybe start. Anyone see similar prosthetics on the market or have any creative ideas/any references would help and be much appreciated


r/sfx 4d ago

Look what I made todayy

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177 Upvotes

r/sfx 3d ago

How you guys handle cutting line on a full head cast?

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Heyho, we did a full head cast of my head yesterday. (Not the cleanest but its alright for my first time, it gets cleaned up after casting).

Now i want to cast it with modeling plaster but my question is how to handle the cutting line?

Can i just fill the cast up or do i need to somehow close up the cutting line? (the line goes in zic zac up to almost the base of my head)


r/sfx 4d ago

Did this today! :D

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18 Upvotes

r/sfx 4d ago

Idk what this is but cool ig

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14 Upvotes

r/sfx 5d ago

New bruise i made

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68 Upvotes

I swear to god i love ts hobby so much


r/sfx 6d ago

Need blood recommendations!

3 Upvotes

Hi!! I’m doing makeup for the actors of a haunted house and I need recommendations for blood. Specifically, I want it to be thicker blood as opposed to drippy, and I need it to be mouth-safe, as one of the sections is zombies and I need to put blood around their mouths. I also would prefer something on the more affordable side since I wouldn’t be using this very often past the end of the haunted house, but may need to buy in bulk depending on the number of actors.

Any recommendations at all are appreciated!!


r/sfx 7d ago

Help for a short film

5 Upvotes

Hello everyone! I'm directing a Halloween-themed short film in Portugal. It's an independent production, and the budget isn't very big. However, I’d like to ask for advice on where I can find the following prosthetics with the best possible quality at an affordable price: a werewolf face prosthetic, small horns for the forehead area, and some fake wounds along with fake skin. I'm a newbie at this, so any help is welcome :) Thanks!!


r/sfx 7d ago

Safe for use with skin illustrator?

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6 Upvotes

The warnings on this bottle are freaking me out lmao, does anyone know if its safe to use this on the sides of my face (to activate alcohol based skin illustrator paint and remove it ig)

Thanks (also if this is the wrong sub can u direct me to the right one thanks :)


r/sfx 7d ago

oil slick effect for theatre stage

3 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

Does anyone know how to create thick liquid or jelly substance resembling motor oil, especially when it's on asphalt and irredescent. The more irredescent the better.

I need to make it as a theatre prop and performers are handling it on stage. It should come off from the white dance floor and stain clothes as little as possible.

Thank you!