Special Make-Up Effects concentrates on the genre of horror characters and other special creations (fantasy, sci-fi, etc), giving tips about the materials, techniques, and "tricks of the trade" necessary to create unique make-up effects. This focused volume is a scaled-down version of Vincent Kehoe"s encyclopedic reference for professional make-up artists. It contains new segments and photographs. This book shows how many of cinema"s most famous characters and effects were developed. It gives students and make-up artists the techniques they need to perform their own magic. A volume dedicated solely to special make-up effects. Contains new material from several Academy Award winning make-up artists. Written by a make-up artist who has worked on more than 300 films.