makeup by SHELLY PINDER
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I have always had a great love of makeup. I could rarely leave a drug store without purchasing some fabulous new shade of eyeshadow or a lipstick that was on sale...and don't even get me started on Halloween.
During a brief stint in modeling, I discovered how much I loved applying makeup and trying new looks. I expressed to my various photographers my interest in working for them as a makeup artist and the work started coming in immediately. I soon grew bored with the world of fashion as I had very little opportunity to be artistic and got stuck in the "girl next door look" rut.
After several years of waning interest, I happened upon a brutal and bloody film for which I volunteered to assist in makeup. My love of makeup was renewed, but became a different animal altogether as I entered the world of special effects. I have discovered that I love nothing more than to be covered in blood and dirt by the end of a shoot. It makes me feel like I'm really accomplishing something. I'll admit that I get a thrill from the look of disgust on the faces of those who see my work. The bloodier, the better, I always say.
I continue to build my portfolio by working on any new assignment I can find. The pay is not always that great, but the rewards are endless. I feel blessed to have found my passion.
On the set of "Grim" after a particularly bloody scene. Sunburnt, 105+ degrees, surrounded by bees and covered in blood. I wouldn't have it any other way.
Working on my son's head wound for "Grim".
Applying a scar for "Pros and Cons".
Me and my daughter on our way to an 80's rock party.
On the set of "Street Fury" for the G4 network. I'm the one in the glasses and black tank top.
I borrowed a friend's mustache during "Skaraoke" - my Halloween karaoke night. (He was dressed as Sonny Bono.) I think I could totally rock a mustache, no?
Working on a painting at one of my art shows.
More head wounds! This time for "Pros and Cons" on Earl Browning III.
Same head wound on EBIII. I think he took this one with his cell phone.
Out and about with my husband.
Rocking another sunburn and lovin' it!
Bloodying up my son. Don't tell CPS.
Blood tubes are awesome! I'm on the left with effects guy Garrett Wilkinson on the right. Our victim is about to get an arm blown off.
I'm used to working in tight quarters with little light. This time for "Vampire X".
Blacking out a tooth for "Vampire X".
Yay! More blood tubes. This is for a sword stabbing in "Vampire X".
Hard at work for "Pros and Cons".
A little cold don't bother me! More fun stuff on the set of "Pros and Cons".
Face/body painting for family day at the 2010 Dallas International Film Festival.
Facepainting for family day at the 2010 Dallas International Film Festival.
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Beauty/Fashion Makeup
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model: Eve Elle; photographer: John Pinder
model: Eve Elle; photographer; John Pinder
model: Valerie; photographer: Ron Blaze
This was taken during a video shoot. I am the one in the black tank top.
I did makeup on Davy Jones of the Monkees for a commercial and print ad for Grayson Home Health.
Other Special Effects
Effects gel scar on "January".
Effects gel scars on "January".
Wax scar on "KIDZZ".
Rigid collodion scar on "When It Rains".
Latex wound for "Vampire X".
Tattoo coverup for "Grim".
Subtle reverse-aging for "Grim".
Simple aging test - no appliances used.
Corrective makeup for "Pros and Cons".
Wax scar on "Pros and Cons".
Crying makeup on "Grim".
Latex pregnant belly for "Broken Seconds".
Finished life cast for "Fun Room".
Doing a face casting for "Fun Room".
Her right leg was covered in a large dark tattoo. I had to cover it for a wedding.
Doing some face castings for "The Fun Room".
Life casts for "The Fun Room".
Alginate impression for "The Fun Room".
Blood and Gore
(scroll to the end for new stuff)
Initial injuries for "January" (before fresh blood was applied).
Initial scratches for "January" (before fresh blood was applied).
Fight injuries for "KIDZZ".
Black eye just for fun on the set of "Pros and Cons".
Black eye just for fun on the set of "Pros and Cons" on writer/executive producer Scott Ross.
Busted nose (wax) just for fun on "Pros and Cons" director Bryant Hicks.
Test zombie applications on my husband. Forehead - old school tissue trick. Cheek - effects gel. Nose - scar wax.
Staking entry wound for "Vampire X" - latex.
Staking on "Vampire X".
Pre-blood staking on "Vampire X".
Effects gel test.
Head wound on "Pros and Cons" - effects gel.
Bite wound on "Vampire X" - no appliances or effects used.
Stapled head wound on "Grim".
Open head wound on "Grim" before applying fresh blood - scar wax.
Scar wax head wound in progress for "Grim".
Neck scratches for "Tips". (About a quarter of the left side of the upper scratch is real. We had to add extra to make it match the story line of the film since it was too big to easily cover.)
Effects gel scars for "January".
Cutting effect (with blood tube) for "January".
Bite for "January".
Effects gel face scratches for "January".
Playing around with some silicone effects.
Car accident scene in "Broken Seconds".
Getting ready to rip off the fake jaw in "The Fun Room".
The aftermath of the jaw rip in "The Fun Room".
Facial rips on "The Fun Room".
Acid burnt face in "The Fun Room". The entire piece is a silicone prosthetic.
Silicone prosthetic acid burn in "The Fun Room".
Sculp on life cast for acid burn on "The Fun Room".
Another acid burn in "The Fun Room". Full prosthetic piece covering the eye.
Another acid burn from "The Fun Room". Full prosthetic piece covering the eye.
A bad re-bar injury in "The Fun Room". Re-bar cast in foam rubber.
Aftermath of re-bar wound on "The Fun Room".
Foot burn in "The Fun Room". Silicone "boot" with latex/tissue "skin".
Track marks for "You People" (music video).
Blown open skull for "The Collector".
Stitching up some silicone wounds in "The Collector".
Bullet wounds and makeup for "The Collector". He is supposed to look like a body after the mortician has applied "life" makeup.
Busted lip for "Tips".
Busted eyebrow for "Tips". Unfortunately, the nose wound was real. Don't ask. (Not my doing.)
Burnt flesh on a light bulb for "The Fun Room".
Character Makeup
Coming Soon
Props
Prop chopsticks for "Vampire X".
Prop vampire teeth for "Vampire X" (not used).
Batch of blood for "Vampire X".
Stage 1 of creating a foam rubber hammer and re-bar for "The Fun Room": creating the mold.
Stage 3 of creating a foam rubber hammer and re-bar for "The Fun Room": cleaning up the appliances.
Stage 4 of creating a foam rubber hammer and re-bar for "The Fun Room": painting the appliance and adding some re-inforcing wire for support. The hammer on the left is foam, the one on the right is real. To see the finished re-bar, please check out the "Blood and Gore" page.
Face/Body Painting
Having some fun on the set of "Pros and Cons".
I am currently available for hire in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, but I am willing to travel if travel and lodging expenses are covered. When requesting my services, please allow a two-week notice as my schedule fills up quickly. I can do last-minute assignments on very rare occasions.
For basic makeup, rates are listed below. Please keep in mind that these rates may change based on requirements for each individual project. If additional supplies are needed, a deposit will be required at the time of booking.
Basic Fashion/Glamour Make up for still photography, film or T.V.
Hourly: $100 (2-hour minimum)
Half Day: $300 (4 hours)
Full Day: $500 (8 hours; additional time is billed hourly)
Pricing includes skin preparation, makeup application, all touchups during the shoot and makeup removal.
Hairstyling will be billed at an additional $20 per hour.
For special projects, please contact me for a quote.
UPDATE!!
I am currently trying to
complete my requirements to
become a member of IATSE (the local
film union). Until I have fulfilled all of my
requirements, I will be offering my
services at drastically reduced rates.
Please contact me for
details.
SKILLS AND SERVICES
20th Century Retro looks
Natural Looks
Wedding Makeup
Makeup for Men
High Fashion/Artistic Makeup
Period Makeup
Glamour/Fashion Makeup
Grotesque Looks
Building/Applying Prosthetics
Special Effects Makeup
Airbrush Makeup
Body/Face Painting
Sculpture
Makeup Consultations
Corrective Makeup
Aging/Reverse Aging
Casting/Molding
Trauma
This is just a brief listing of the skills I offer. If you do not see your required skill listed, please contact me.
When inquiring
about a possible job,
please remember to
include the date, time
and details of
the shoot.
Film Experience
"The Collector" (2010, Niko Redstar/William Booth) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"You People" (2010 music video, G. Lee Gordon) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"Market Rate" (2010, Eddie Henderson) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"The Fun Room"(2010, Jim Devault - Stone Bell Creations) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"Broken Seconds" (2010, Mohammad Mohammad - Mischievous Films) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"Tips" (2010, John Pinder - Rage Productions) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"January" (2010, Arvind Singh- Real-A-Tease Productions) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"KIDZZ" (2010, Josiah Rizzo- Rizzo Studios) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"When It Rains" (2009, Nicholas Cormier III - Runner Films) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"Pros and Cons"(2009, Bryant Hicks - Going Bats Productions) - Key Makeup Artist
"Vampire X" (2009, David Glenney- Vamp X Productions) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"Grim" (2009, Adrian Santiago - Project Black Studios) - Makeup Artist
Commercial/Television Experience
Grayson Home Health (2010, KND Productions) - Makeup Artist (basic makeup on Davy Jones)
Stage Experience
"Stand" (2010, Jeanette Johnson-Greenwood) - Special Effects Makeup Artist
"Annie Get Your Gun" (1994, Martin High School) - Head Makeup Artist
"Marvin's Room" (1995, Martin High School) - Head Makeup Artist
"Daddy's Dyin', Who's Got the Will?" (1994, Martin High School) - Makeup Artist
Other Experience
2006 - Makeup Artist for Becca Cosmetics
2006 - Makeup Artist for Kroger Food Storesphoto shoot
Affiliations
Women In Film - Dallas (Associate Member)
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