“Todd has worked as a professional makeup artist and as a professional teacher, and it really shows in this book’s detailed, clear, concise and no-nonsense approach to the art and craft of special makeup effects. I’m now insanely jealous of all the people who will learn from this book because this is the book I would have killed to have had when I was starting out....... IT’S NOT FAIR!!!”
—Neill Gorton, BAFTA Winner for Best Makeup and Hair Design, Help (2005), nominee for Best Makeup and Hair Design, The Catherine Tate Show (2007), Royal Television Society (UK) winner for Best Makeup Design, Help (2005), and nominee for Best Makeup Design, Doctor Who (2005, 2006)
“Among the most exhaustive and thorough tomes on the subject of special effects makeup there is, written with a likable and easy-to-understand style that is accessible to all ages.”
–Jordu Schell, Creature and Character Designer
“When I decided to order this book, I expected to get another run-of-the-mill makeup handbook that might have a tidbit of information I could use. Boy, was I wrong! The information contained in this book would take the average makeup artist many YEARS to learn! This is the kind of information that most makeup artists only get if they're lucky enough to work in a top notch special effects shop - and that's pretty much impossible nowadays.
Todd offers easy to understand, step by step instructions along with pictures of the processes. Did I mention it comes with a DVD? That alone is worth the price of the book.
Other things I think you should know is that Todd explains what you SHOULDN'T do, and describes why some things you expect to work - won't. There are simple tips and tricks described that I didn't know - even after well over 25 years of being a special makeup effects artist. Incredible.
If you are a novice - this should be your #1 makeup bible. If you're a pro - this should be the "go-to" book in your library. I can't promote this book enough. You just have to buy it. The information in it is worth double or triple the price.”
- Robert Brown
“The artistry of make-up has been a lifelong passion of mine and hope it will be to everyone who purchases this book. This book will inspire future make-up artists and novices to continue the art and discover newer, more innovative materials and procedures to work with. The techniques and education in this book are inspiring. To create believable character make-ups on human faces is a challenging, rewarding art form which will continue to evolve and inspire those who study this book.”
–Matthew W. Mungle, Oscar winner & BAFTA nominee for Best Makeup Dracula (1992), Oscar nominee for Best Makeup Ghosts of Mississippi (1996), and Oscar & BAFTA nominee for Best Makeup Schindler’s List (1993)
“I highly recommend Todd’s Book as A MUST for everyone involved and interested in special prosthetic make-up effects. Crammed with cutting edge information on materials and techniques, formulas, suppliers, how-to’s, and more, this is a book I wish I had when I first started! Every student, beginner, and make-up artist for film, tv, theater, video, and commercials should not hesitate to pick up a copy of this book—don’t leave home without it! Make sure it’s part of your kit!”
–Christopher Tucker, BAFTA winner for Best Makeup Artist, Quest for Fire [La Guerre du Feu] (1981), BAFTA nominee for Best Special Visual Effects and Best Makeup Artist, The Company of Wolves (1984), and Emmy nominee for Outstanding Achievement on Makeup for a Miniseries or Special, War and Remembrance, 1988)
