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Creative & Avant-Garde Makeup Courses

byBombay School Of Makeup & HairBased in Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from88,500 per courseView full gallery

Push your creative boundaries with professional training in SFX, fantasy, and avant-garde makeup. Learn to turn faces into canvas art at our Juhu studio.

This abstract face art is a perfect example of turning a face into a canvas. Students learn to use line work and color blocking to create visually striking, artistic designs.

A compilation of some of the creative and fantasy looks my students have created. This shows the incredible range of skills they develop, from character makeup to abstract art.

A behind-the-scenes look at our SFX and character makeup classes. Here you can see students practicing techniques like skull makeup and creating prosthetic-like effects.

A transformation into a floral, fantasy character. This involves not just makeup but also using elements like petals and leaves to create a three-dimensional effect.

A showcase of pure art. This video features several abstract and geometric makeup looks, demonstrating the creativity I encourage in my students.

A video showing three different creative transformations. This highlights the versatility students gain, enabling them to create diverse characters and concepts.

About Creative & Avant-Garde Makeup

This isn't just about clean, everyday application. In these creative modules, you’ll learn to work with unconventional materials, master the technical demands of SFX—like creating realistic cuts and bruises—and craft fantasy characters that look high-fashion. We move past basic beauty to teach you how to build a portfolio that actually catches the eye of commercial photographers and art directors.

Our creative and avant-garde makeup curriculum is designed for artists who want to move beyond standard bridal work. Located at our professional academy in Juhu, Mumbai, this course is completely hands-on. You aren't just watching demos; you are physically working with textures, prosthetic elements, and color blocking to understand how light and lens work interact with high-concept makeup.

What you will master:

  • SFX & Character Design: From basic wound simulation to complex fantasy character builds, you will learn the materials and application techniques needed for film and editorial work.
  • Avant-Garde Artistry: We teach you how to use non-traditional elements—like petals, leaves, and structural headgear—to create 3D makeup effects.
  • Portfolio Development: A killer portfolio is non-negotiable for booking professional gigs. You will participate in a professional studio shoot where you execute your own creative looks, ensuring you leave with a 24-fold digital portfolio that demonstrates your range.

Whether you are aiming for editorial print, high-fashion runway, or film production, this module provides the technical rigor and creative freedom to start your professional career. We focus on the 'why' behind every brush stroke, preparing you for the industry's real-world expectations.

140+ hours of hands-on training.Approved by the tribe
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Bombay School Of Makeup & Hair

Based in Mumbai Metropolitan AreaStarts from 88,500 per course

I’m Maya Pandey, and I started this academy to bridge the gap between amateur passion and professional mastery. We don’t just watch, we do. Whether it’s perfecting a classic look or sculpting a wild fantasy character, my team and I will be right there with you to correct your technique and push you to improve.

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