Product Description
by Russ Adams (Author)
LATEX MASK MAKING: A Workshop with Russ Adams In this how-to workshop series, by special effects artist and creature designer Russ Adams, you will learn the latex mask making process used by professional mask makers and Hollywood designers. This book includes in depth step-by-step tutorials from concept to finished mask. In addition to this latex rubber mask making process, you will learn how to save money by make your own sculpting tools, armatures, and turntables. The author includes a multitude of other professional tips from his many years of experience including how to revitalize older raw materials like latex and clay. Also included in this book are nearly 100 diagrams, a quick-reference mold making check list, and more. The information compiled is provided by a self-taught mask maker who understands that most people don't have a lot of money to invest in materials and equipment. "My goal for this book is to give you the tools to succeed in your latex mask making endeavor by guiding you through a step-by-step process that will increase your odds of success. In this book, you are going to learn more than just how to make a latex mask. I am going to rescue you from the idea that you need to buy specialized tools and equipment to succeed." Russ Adams Available exclusively from Amazon and at Escape Design FX.
Author Biography
Russ Adams is an award winning special effect artist and creature designer. He is known to world-wide audiences for his work on SyFy's hit television series Jim Henson's Creature Shop Challenge. Selected from nearly a thousand applicants he became one of ten cast members in the show's first season and appeared in seven of eight episodes. Russ quickly became a fan favorite and the most recognized cast member on the show. Russ has developed a wide skill set during his years of experience working on Hollywood productions and within the independent film and theater communities. He has been credited with over a dozen films in the United States and many more spanning several countries. Films like the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, 50 First Dates, SLC Punk 2, #SCREAMERS, Monolith, and others. Russ is the lead artist and owner of Escape Design FX, a special effects and creature design studio in Ogden, Utah. In addition to his special effects work, Russ is also the author of a popular how-to series called, A Workshop with Russ Adams. He has three titles currently available on Amazon. There are two new titles on the horizon. "In this how-to series, I'm going to rescue you from the idea that you need to buy specialized tools and equipment to succeed. These books will teach you more than the project itself. You'll learn how to make the tools you'll need to complete them." Russ Adams
