Make It Sew – The Costume Blog: Makeup Masters

untitled        The Incredible Ve Neill.

One of the most renowned Makeup Artists in the motion picture business, Ve Neill has set many standards of excellence in the makeup field. Over the course of her career Neill has won three Academy Awards, two Emmy Awards, four Saturn Awards, a BAFTA Award, Local 706 Best Character Makeup Award and the first Artist to be awarded Hollywood Foreign Press “Makeup Artist of the Year” Awards well as the first Makeup Artist to be honored as Makeup Artist of the Year by MAC Cosmetics

Neill created space travelers for the first "Star Trek" film and for the hit comedy "Galaxy Quest", rock ' n roll vampires for Joel Schumacher's "The Lost Boys" and visions of the Afterlife for Tim Burton's wacky comedy "Beetlejuice." She turned Johnny Depp into “Edward Scissorhands” and "Sweeney Todd" and "Captain Jack Sparrow" , Robin Williams into "Mrs. Doubtfire," Martin Landau into Bela Lugosi for "Ed Wood" and brought to life an onslaught of villains, beauties and super-heroes for Warner Brothers' early "Batman" series.. In 2010 she headed up the Special Makeup FX Dept. for the film “Thor”. In the fall of 2010 she swung in to action as the Dept. Head for “The Amazing Spiderman”and has recently had the huge hit, “The Hunger Games” starring Jennifer Lawrence. Currently she is keeping busy on the Spiderman, X-Men, and Hunger Games sequels. She added the title, “Judge” to her resume for the hit reality TV Show “Face Off” on the Syfy channel.

Selected Credits

2015 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 (makeup department head, makeup designer) (pre-production)

2014 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 (makeup department head, makeup designer) (pre-production)

2014 X-Men: Days of Future Past (beauty makeup designer: Jennifer Lawrence) (post-production)

2014 The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (makeup artist: Andrew Garfield / Emma Stone, makeup designer) (post-production)

2013 The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (makeup department head, makeup designer) (post-production)

2012 The Amazing Spider-Man (makeup department head)

2012 The Hunger Games (makeup department head, makeup designer)

2007 Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (hair stylist: Mr. Depp, makeup artist: Mr. Depp)

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2007 Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End (makeup department head, makeup effects creator) – Academy Award Nomination

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2006 Eragon (makeup artist: Durza, motion rig unit)

2006 Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest (makeup department head, makeup effects creator)

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2005 Constantine (makeup department head)

2004 The Chronicles of Riddick (special makeup effects artist)

2003 Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (makeup department head) – Academy Award Nomination

2002 Austin Powers in Goldmember (makeup artist: Mr. DeVito)

2001 A.I. Artificial Intelligence (key makeup artist)

2000 How the Grinch Stole Christmas (makeup artist)

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1999 Stigmata (makeup effects supervisor)

1997 Amistad (makeup department head)

1997 Gattaca (makeup supervisor)

1997 Batman & Robin (key makeup artist)

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1996 Mars Attacks! (makeup artist: Mr. Nicholson)

1995 Batman Forever (key makeup artist)

1994 Ed Wood (key makeup artist) – Academy Award Winner

1993 Mrs. Doubtfire (key makeup artist) – Academy Award Winner

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1992 Hoffa (supervising makeup artist) – Academy Award Nomination

1992 Batman Returns (makeup supervisor) – Academy Award Nomination

1991 Hook (makeup artist: Julia Roberts)

1990 Edward Scissorhands (makeup department head) – Academy Award Nomination

1990 Dick Tracy (special character makeup artist)

1988 Beetlejuice (makeup artist) – Academy Award Winner

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1987 The Lost Boys (makeup artist)

 

 

Press Release – Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle – PBS

 

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PBS announced today that Tuesday, October 15, 2013, is "Superheroes Night," featuring a three-hour block dedicated to the groundbreaking program SUPERHEROES: A NEVER-ENDING BATTLE. The newest film from Emmy Award-winning producer/director Michael Kantor (BROADWAY: THE AMERICAN MUSICAL; MAKE 'EM LAUGH: THE FUNNY BUSINESS OF AMERICA) will premiere at 8:00 p.m. ET and include insightful interviews from Stan Lee; actors Adam West (TV's "Batman") and Lynda Carter ("Wonder Woman"); Geoff Johns (chief creative officer, DC Comics), Jeph Loeb (head of television for Marvel Entertainment); Pulitzer Prize-winning author Michael Chabon (The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay) and cartoonist/author Jules Feiffer (the long-running strip "Feiffer"), as well as appearances by the late comic book icons Joe Simon (co-creator of Captain America) and Jerry Robinson (who helped create the Joker). A full list of interviewees who appear in the show is located at the end of the release.

SUPERHEROES, cowritten by Kantor and Laurence Maslon, was initially to premiere October 8 and play over three weeks, but the series will now be a one-evening event of super entertainment.

Narrated and hosted by Liev Schreiber (X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Showtime's Ray Donovan), SUPERHEROES: A NEVER-ENDING BATTLE is the first documentary to examine the dawn of the comic book genre and its powerful legacy, as well as the evolution of the characters who leapt from the pages over the last 75 years and their ongoing worldwide cultural impact. It chronicles how these "disposable diversions" were subject to intense government scrutiny for their influence on American children and how they were created, in large part, by the children of immigrants whose fierce loyalty to a new homeland laid the foundation for a multi-billion-dollar industry that is now an influential part of our national identity.

"SUPERHEROES: A NEVER-ENDING BATTLE is one of the most comprehensive surveys of the vibrant comic book industry ever created; it explores cultural histories in an entertaining and educational way - just as PBS viewers have come to expect," said Donald Thoms, Vice President, Programming and Talent Management for PBS.

SUPERHEROES will be presented in three one-hour parts:

PART ONE, 8 PM: "Truth, Justice, and the American Way" (1938-1958)

During the Depression, the popularity of dozens of superhero characters opens the door for a new generation of artists and writers. World War II creates a patriotic fervor for star-spangled adventurers to represent the American spirit at war and on the home front, but in the 1950s, superheroes are caught in the fire of government scrutiny and regulation. When the thrilling "Adventures of Superman" is broadcast on the new medium of television, America's first and greatest superhero leads the entire comic book industry to renewed strength.

PART TWO, 9 PM: "Great Power, Great Responsibility" (1959-1977)

In the 1960s, a new breed of superhero emerges in the pages of Marvel Comics, inspired by the age of atomic energy and space travel and, in turn, inspiring the pop culture and pop artists of the time. Spider-Man, the Hulk and others are the first to have "problems" with which an adult audience can identify, and contemporary social issues make their way into comic books. Black powerhouses such as the Black Panther and Luke Cage appear on the scene, and the pages of "Green Lantern/Green Arrow" explode with relevant storylines as comic books are forced to confront the reality of an increasingly complex world.

PART THREE, 10 PM "A Hero Can Be Anyone" (1978-Present)

Modern enthusiasm for superheroes has been embraced in all forms of media and by all demographics, beginning with the historic Superman movie featuring Christopher Reeve as the Man of Steel. In 1986, Batman is overhauled as The Dark Knight to reflect the nocturnal underside of his character, and Watchmen bring new sophistication to comic book narratives, illuminating a violent and politicized world. In the burgeoning new millennium, superheroes have taken over popular culture with feature films, television shows and video games complementing a new generation of web-based comics that bring superhero adventures to every corner of the world.

In addition to the names listed earlier in this release, the full list of interviewees who appear in SUPERHEROES includes: artist Neal Adams, Ed Catto (Bonfire Agency), writer Chris Claremont, writer Gerry Conway, writer Paul Dini, writer Mark Evanier, writer and editor Danny Fingeroth, historian William Foster, artist Ramona Fradon, artist Irwin Hasen, the late artist Carmine Infantino, writer and artist Phil Jiminez, writer Gerard Jones, publisher Jenette Kahn, the late artist Joe Kubert, artist and co-publisher of DC Comics Jim Lee, comic store owner Mike Malve, artist/writer Todd McFarlane, screenwriter Ashley Miller, writer Grant Morrison, writer Gary Phillips, writer/editor Denny O'Neil, writer Trina Robbins, chief creative officer of Marvel Entertainment Joe Quesada, casting director Andrea Romano, artist/designer Arlen Schumer, writer Louise Simonson, writer/artist Walt Simonson, Man of Steel director Zack Snyder, artist/writer Jim Steranko, writer J. Michael Straczynski, colorist Christina Strain, writer/editor Mark Waid, writer/editor Len Wein, writer Marv Wolfman and author Bradford Wright.

 

Big Question ♯17

So, as we near the premier date of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's big step onto the small screen with Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D, I thought it would be a good time to ask, which comic book property would you like to see given a shot at a new TV series? It could be another addition to the MCU, a Marvel property with no connection to the Avengers or even a DC hero. But, I want you to think Live Action here, so no 'toons.

Personally, I'd like to see The Runaways given a chance. They're an interesting team, not one of Marvels big hitters, but they've got enough of a following for it to work. You've already got an age demographic set out in the age of the characters and you can deal with social subjects, connect with the audience.

So, what do you guys want to see?

Kaldath’s Caption Contest #10 Winner

First let me apologize for making this a very brief post without the traditional five finalists or a finished picture with the winning caption. I am not feeling well thus the quick and dirty format of this post. Also since I am not feeling well I will not be posting Anime Talk today. So that being said let me announce this weeks caption winner.

 

William Peterson : “First me, and now he’s playing Batman?” 

Pop Quiz Returns!

The Pop Quiz will return this Saturday, September 7th. They will now run on the first Saturday of every month, and you will have from 9am Saturday until 9pm Sunday to complete your entry. If they prove to grow in popularity, we will consider running them on a bi-weekly or weekly basis once again.

Cheers,

David

I guess we know what side of the Apple/Android war “Flash” is on!

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Power User Profiles: RobM

This weeks Power User is the master of creating comic book covers on the 'machine. He also managed the silver medal at the last Friday Night Fights. So, ladies and gentlemen, please welcome: RobM

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Poll Position: Captain My Captain!

This weeks Poll Position I want to know simply, who is your favorite Starship Captain ?

Christopher Pike - The Original Captain of the USS Enterprise in the Star Trek Pilot

Jame T Kirk - Captain of the USS Enterprise  in Star Trek :TOS

Jean-Luc Picard - Captain of the USS Enterprise in Star Trek: The Next Generation

Kathryn Jameway - Captain of the USS Voyager in Star Trek: Voyager

Malcolm Reynolds - Captain of the Serenity on Firefly

Dylan Hunt - Captain of the Andromeda Ascendant on the tv show Andromeda

William "Husker" Adama - Admiral of the fleet and commander of the  Galactica   on the new Battlestar  Galactica

Matthew Gideon - Captain of the Excalibur on the Babylon 5 Spin off Crusade

Other - If you don't see your favorite captain on this list you can add him or her.

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Character Design Contest ♯39- Colour Coordination

This week, I would like to see you come up with a hero, heroine or villain that is colour themed, like Red Tornado, Green Lantern or Blue Devil. They must include a colour in their name and that colour must be the most prevalent in their costume, though you may include other colours as well. Hopefully this will allow you to concentrate on really good costume design.

Please make sure you have read the rules before entering. As usual, no limit on entries, so have fun and good luck.

Rules for posts, contests, and challenges that I am hosting: Original characters only, no copyrighted characters, no characters based on copyrighted characters, no characters based on RPG’s or other games. The characters must be your own design and not based on any character that might be copyrighted in any way. I have the right to delete any post that I believe crosses this line without warnings. Only post characters that you have either created for this contest specifically or you know for certain have never been entered to a contest before. If you aren’t certain, don’t enter it, because I’m not going to go back through all of the contests and check.

Sci-Fi Corner: Pimp My Spaceship

There are many things that allow people to immediately define a story as Science Fiction; aliens, time travel, teleportation, futuristic gadgets such as laser guns/ swords, warp drives and humanoid robots. But there is only one staple of Science Fiction that is actually Science Fact: Space Travel in a Spaceship. Alright we might not be able to go very far in them and we haven't yet figured out interstellar travel, but its a start. So I thought we might as well celebrate the greatest spaceships in science fiction, because, you never know, one day they might just become science fact as well (providing their copyright is up by then).

I want to hear your opinions on this, what are your favourite spaceships? If you designed one how would you spec it? Would you trade off being able to do warp 9 for better defensive shields or greater fire power?

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