Fox KPTV | October 25, 2017
With Halloween around the corner, Joe V. got a superhero transformation. Joe visited the Art of Makeup in Lake Oswego to sit down with Emmy winning makeup artist Thomas Surprenant. While in the chair, Joe got much hairier than usual. At the end of his makeup session, Joe resembled a fan favorite member of the X-Men: Wolverine.
Oregon won recognition over time as a beautiful destination for film production long before filming Twilight and even The Goonies, but it’s only gaining more traction due to the abundance of creators and artists that spend their days bustling through the state. Besides favorite indie films shot in and around Portland such as Wild and…
Megan Garcia always knew she wanted to be an artist, even at the age of 5. She just didn’t know how yet. She was always interested in being involved somehow in making movies, and as she got older, life kept pushing her in that direction. Megan believes a career working in film chose her. In…
Many students start their search by looking into Makeup Schools in Portland, Oregon, expecting a clear path into the industry. On the surface, traditional schools seem like the obvious choice, offering structured environments and in-person instruction. However, once students begin comparing options, they often notice important differences in how training is delivered. Some schools focus…
The Character & Special FX final and photo shoot day is something that dreams are made of! Let me describe. Imagine a room full of creatures and humanoids from different worlds; a swamp witch, a demon warrior, a pirate, an evil queen, a fantastical faun, Kappa the Japanese anime toad, and an array of other…
Many aspiring artists begin their journey by searching for a virtual makeup class that offers flexibility while maintaining professional standards. Learning remotely should never mean learning without structure. At The Art of Makeup School, we focus on organized progression, technical clarity, and mentorship that supports consistent improvement. Our Fundamentals of Makeup Artistry program is fully…
The popularity of Online Makeup Courses continues to grow as more aspiring makeup artists look for flexible ways to learn professional techniques. With countless programs available, students often assume that every course offers a complete education that prepares them for real-world opportunities. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Many makeup programs focus heavily on…