April 17, 2019
MUD Alumnus Kelsey Berk Imparts Advice on Burbank Students for MUD Talks
Kelsey Berk, a MUD New York alumnus, is a Los Angeles-based laboratory technician and make-up artist. With credits including Fear the Walking Dead, Amityville: The Awakening and American Horror Story, she regularly works at Dave Anderson’s shop, AFX, and Vincent Van Dyke Effects. She is also a member of the Local 706 Make-up and Hair…
March 20, 2019
How to Create a Trendy Graphic Liner Look Using Our Pro-Favorite Cake Eyeliner
Graphic liner is the must-try bold trend for spring! With unlimited possibilities to unleash your inner artist, graphic liner allows you to play around with color, shape, negative space, and more. In this look, resident MUD artist Amber Sanchez used our long-lasting, water-activated Black Cake Eyeliner to layer and create a unique, alternative look. Our…
February 21, 2019
How to Create the Perfect Ombre Lip Using Our New Collection
The ombre look can be seen everywhere lately – this trend is on display in the latest hair styles, manicures, celebrity fashion, and (of course) make-up kits. In short, ombre is one of those ultra hip looks that also has serious staying power. That’s why we created our versatile, pro-approved Ombre Collection to keep you…
February 13, 2019
MUD Congratulates Our Grads Nominated for Makeup Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards
It’s one of the most glamorous, prestigious nights in our industry: On February 16th, the 6th Annual Makeup Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards will honor outstanding achievements in make-up and hair styling in television, commercials and music videos, motion pictures, and live theater. The black tie event is a production of the skilled professionals…
November 14, 2018
Hugo V
Hugo Villasenor, a Make-Up Designory graduate from our Burbank school, has a diverse resume. From being the make-up shop supervisor for 2006 film Tenacious D in the Pick of Destiny to working as a make-up artist on The Conjuring 2, his work covers a wide range within the special effects make-up world. Some of his…
November 11, 2018
Emma F
Despite its fantastical premise, watching Game of Thrones always feels very real. Whether you’re watching the death of your favorite character or a battle between two others, computer and prosthetic special effects blend seamlessly, giving birth to one of the most captivating fantasy TV shows of our generation. Special Make-up Effects Artist, Emma Faulkes, was…
November 10, 2018
Carleigh H
If you’ve ever watched American Horror Story, you know that the make-up and effects are always incredible. Whether it be Hypodermic Sally’s dark smoky eyes in Hotel or Twisty the Clown’s aged face paint in Freak Show, make-up is used to create the illusion of monsters, evil spirits, and everything in between. A limited series…
October 29, 2018
Nicole F
Nicole Faulkner, alias “Lipsticknick” has developed a name for herself as celebrity make-up artist, with a personal brand marked by bold lips, feathery eyelashes, and flawless skin. You might know her from her beauty influencer status online, with 518,000 followers on Instagram and 42,100 followers on Twitter. She’s performed as herself on Todrick Hall’s MTV…
September 17, 2018
MUD Celebrates our Emmy Nominated Winner: Emma Faulkes
Emma Faulkes Despite its fantastical premise, watching Game of Thrones always feels very real. Whether you’re watching the death of your favorite character or a battle between two others, computer and prosthetic special effects blend seamlessly, giving birth to one of the most captivating fantasy TV shows of our generation. Special Make-up Effects Artist, Emma Faulkes, was part of the team who helped bring…
September 14, 2018
MUD Celebrates Our Emmy Nominated Grads: Nicole Faulkner and Jen Fregoz
Nicole Faulkner Nicole Faulkner, alias “Lipsticknick” has developed a name for herself as celebrity make-up artist, with a personal brand marked by bold lips, feathery eyelashes, and flawless skin. You might know her from her beauty influencer status online, with 518,000 followers on Instagram and 42,100 followers on Twitter. She’s performed as herself on Todrick Hall’s MTV…