TEEN SFX MAKEUP BOOTCAMP

3 Day Hands-On Special Effects Course for Ages 14–17

Dates: 29th July - 31st July 2025
Time: 9.30am arrival – 4:00pm (each day)
Duration: 3 Days
Cost: £399 (DEPOSIT £80)

Parental booking required – we only accept enquiries and bookings from legal guardians.

Step Into the World of Special Effects

This exciting 3-day SFX Bootcamp for Teens is designed for creative young minds who want to explore the fascinating world of film, TV, and theatre makeup. From bruises to blood, scars to character design—this course gives students aged 14–17 a safe, hands-on introduction to professional special effects techniques used on set.

Perfect for beginners, aspiring makeup artists, or those curious about a career in the screen industries, this experience blends practical learning, industry insight, and creative freedom—all taught by real SFX artists working in the business today.

What Your Teen Will Learn

Over three exciting days, students will explore the world of SFX makeup through industry-led demos, creative design, and hands-on artistry. Here’s what they’ll cover:

Day One – Intro to SFX & Wound Creation

Discover what SFX artists do in film, TV and theatre through an engaging industry talk
Get to grips with pro products like prosthetics, silicone, Bondos and Illustrator palettes
Create realistic cuts, scrapes and fake blood effects—plus how to apply and remove them safely

Day Two – Bruising, Black Eyes & Character Design

Learn to layer colours and textures for lifelike bruises and black-eye effects
Use face charts to sketch and plan a custom SFX character
Master techniques like dirt placement and texture aging for believable on-set makeup

Day Three – Final Build & Portfolio Work

Bring your character to life with a full SFX transformation
Capture your work with professional photos for your portfolio
Present your final look, receive tutor feedback, and take away digital images of your creations

Bonus Skills Covered

Kit hygiene & product safety
SFX tool handling
Teamwork, creativity & confidence-building
All materials provided – students only need to bring their own makeup brushes

What’s Included

Industry overview: What SFX artists do on set
Safe kit hygiene & product handling
Bruises, cuts, scrapes & blood simulation
Character design with professional face charts
Final day creative project with tutor support
Group feedback and photos of finished work
All materials provided

About The Central School of Make-Up

Founded in 2013, The Central School of Make-Up in Birmingham is one of the UK’s leading training academies for aspiring artists. Our tutors and guest lecturers work across fashion, editorial, film, and TV—with credits including London Fashion Week, BBC, and West End productions. Students learn in professional studios designed to reflect real industry environments.

Safety, Hygiene & Safeguarding

All tutors are DBS-checked and hold valid First Aid certification
Students will be required to be dropped off each morning by their parent/guardian
Students will remain on-site at all times until collected by a guardian
Comfort breaks and a 1-hour lunch break are built into each day
Optional catered lunch available for £10 per day
The building has 24/7 on-site security, coded access and monitored communal areas
Full Safeguarding, Risk Assessments and Policies are available on request

What Parents/Guardians Will Need to Provide

Before the course begins, we kindly request that you complete our Parental Consent Form and submit the following:

Emergency contact details
Any medical or access requirements
Details of learning support needs (if applicable)
Drop-off/pick-up arrangements

For full details, our risk assessments and safeguarding policies are available upon request.

This is a brilliant way for young people to explore creativity, build confidence, and gain real insight into the world of special effects makeup in a fun, supervised, and inspiring environment.

Spaces Are Limited – Book Now

To register your teen, please complete our booking form.
Pay your 20% deposit to hold your seat
Your enrolment documents and Parental Consent forms will be emailed
Final Balance is due 14 days before the course start date

If you have any questions, contact our team at info@centralschoolofmakeup.co.uk

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The Central School of Make Up

Teen SFX Makeup Bootcamp – 3-Day Hands-On Course (Ages 14–17)