Character & FX Creations

Explore the art of character makeup and special FX

Step into the exciting world of character makeup and FX with NIC’s youth camp.

Designed for creative minds, students learn to explore imaginative characters, apply face painting and special effects, and develop essential techniques in makeup artistry.

Each day combines instruction, practice, and creativity, finishing with a fun photoshoot to showcase the characters they’ve designed.

Program Overview

This five-day camp offers hands-on learning in face painting, character design, and special FX makeup.

Students explore techniques such as colour theory, brush handling, eyebrow blocks, cuts, bullet holes, and blood effects.

Guided by expert instructors, students build confidence, refine skills, and gain a deeper understanding of makeup artistry while developing their own creative characters.

Key Outcomes

Creative Makeup Exploration
Explore the art of character creation through face painting, fantasy makeup, and special effects design.

Hands-On FX Techniques
Learn special effects techniques such as textured skin, fantasy wounds, and theatrical effects—focused on creativity, realism, and artistic problem-solving.

From Concept to Character
Develop an original character from idea to execution, learning how makeup, colour, and design choices shape personality, mood, and story.

Foundations of Makeup Artistry
Build essential skills in colour theory, brush techniques, facial mapping, and design principles—core tools that support any creative path in makeup, art, or performance.

Creative Showcase & Portfolio Moment
Finish the camp with a professional-style photoshoot, receiving images of your work that celebrate creativity, confidence, and artistic growth with your classmates.

Program Information

Program Costs

Application Fee
$30.00

Tuition Fee
$1,395.00

Not included in tuition fees:
Character & FX Creations Kit: $525.00.
Tuition does not include basic school supplies (pens, pencils, highlighters, scissors, paper, USB drives, etc.).

All products, kits, and supplies are subject to change without prior notice at the company’s discretion.

Program Hours & Length

Program Hours: 25

Weeks: 1

Schedule: 5 days, 5 hours per day (1 pm to 6 pm)

Start Dates

2026
Aug 10 – Aug 14, 2026
Aug 14 – Aug 19, 2026
Aug 24 – Aug 28, 2026

Admission Requirements

Applicants must be 12–17 years old.
Submit a completed Student Application Form and Admissions Questionnaire (available in paper or online formats).
Copy of government-issued photo ID.
Parent/guardian signature on all forms.