NYC: Special Effects Makeup

Learn professional special effects makeup techniques from a master artist in this hands-on workshop. Create convincing bruises, realistic blood effects, and dramatic body art while building team collaboration in a fun, creative setting.

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Provider

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You’ll be connected with a trusted local event partner directly after booking.

(4.8-star rating across 61 reviews)

Location Chelsea - 19th St. & 6th Ave.

Pricing

$665 for up to 7 people; $95 per additional person

$665 for up to 7 people
$95 per person therefafter

Duration

Up to 3 hours

For a shortened session, please request desired length in special requests at checkout.

Group Size

Up to 16 people

Group size can be changed after booking if needed.

Materials All materials provided

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Policies

If you find a similar event with a competitor at a lower price, we’ll gladly match it. This applies to events of comparable description and duration. Simply provide the details when booking, or within 72 hours of your booking, and we’ll ensure you get the best value. Contact an event concierge to get started.

Reschedule or cancel your event by emailing us at [email protected].

Days before event	3 days or less	7 days or less	30 days or less	More than 30 days
Reschedule	No reschedule allowed	$150 fee	Reschedule for no fee
Cancellation	No cancellation allowed			15% fee

Rescheduled events must occur within 1 year of the original event.

Practice film and TV makeup techniques in the Out of the Kit Special Effects workshop. An experienced SFX artist guides your group through effects such as realistic bruises and blood.

This workshop is an outstanding choice for any group looking to flex their creative muscles in a truly one-of-a-kind environment. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to get a little messy and a lot inspired.

What's Included:

An entertaining and engaging instructor to guide you through a smooth, fun, and completely unique experience at a partner venue.
A fully private workshop, ensuring personalized attention and a comfortable learning environment for your whole group.
Event support from our team, dedicated to making your experience seamless from the moment you book to the moment you leave.

What You Will Create / Take Home:

Throughout the session, you'll craft a variety of special effects on your own skin, ranging from subtle, convincing bruises to bold body painting and eerily realistic wound or blood effects. Every participant walks away with new skills and a story to tell.