Low Budget Horror Special Effects Make-Up Masterclass

This two-hour session run by Mel Cooper will explain how to create basic (and not so basic) low budget makeup effects for your next horror film. Mel will cover effects ranging from latex wounds suitable for zombie films through to a slit throat for the ultimate death scene. The class will also cover questions of cost, planning and on-set logistics. Numbers are limited, as participants will have the chance to obverse up close and ask questions throughout the class.

Mel Cooper is passionate about special effects make-up. We were all put on this planet for a reason – Mel’s is her crafted ability to create convincing makeup effects. With an eye for detail she particularly enjoys creating horror, creature, fantasy and sci-fi effects. She has worked on a number of local short films and has done extensive work for local theatre and television commercials.
Mel was recently accepted to study the Advanced Diploma of Special FX Make-Up via correspondence through a school in the USA. On completion of this diploma she will be able to offer an even broader range of skills to theatre and film production in Tasmania.