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On-Set Aging & Blood Work:
Make it look like Hell, under pressure

On-Set Aging & Blood Work is a two day, advanced level course. It is a hands-on, practical workshop designed for  set costumers, truck costumers, prop masters, prop assistants or anyone with film, theater or other costume experience who wants to gain confidence in aging or applying blood in a realistic way while under time restraints . This fast-paced course is designed to teach students the techniques and skills that are necessary for creating realistic effects. We will explore quick tricks for working under pressure on set as well as more involved techniques used when time permits.

This course is intended for those who have already completed a pre-requisite Costuming for Film & TV : Level 1 & 2  or have prior set experience. With our instructors’ guidance and expertise, you’ll learn how to create realistic aging and blood effects with confidence and efficiency.

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REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS WORKSHOP:

Students must have working knowledge of a film set and  terminology. Students will be provided with a list of tools and supplies to bring including but not limited to a personal set/ aging kit and at least one article of clothing or accessory to be worked on during class.  The more challenging the better.

On Set Aging
& Blood Work:
Make it look like Hell, under pressure
Lesson
Plan

1 

Learning Objectives

Gain hands-on experience working with various tools and products used on set to achieve an aged down, dirty or bloody look to clothing, accessories and props.

2

Lesson Outline

  • Introductions​​​​

  • Overview of common kit items used on set 

    • Tools everyone should have​

    • Common aging products

    • Types of theatrical blood commonly used

  • Overview of tools and products used when working with less time constraints

    • Tools​

    • Permanent aging products 

  • Safety equipment and procedures

  • Demonstration of techniques

  • Getting your hands dirty and bloody

3

Lesson Activities

  • Introductions

  • Conversation about materials and techniques

  • Hands-on demonstration

  • Make your own aging kit

    • pounce bags​

    • oil rags

    • dirt gel

  • Practice on various items 

  • Q & A

4

Lesson Goals

To gain hands-on experience working with aging materials and theatrical blood in creating realistic effects while under time constraints.  

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