In the rapidly changing entertainment industry, actors need to look more authentic, alien, futuristic or bestial: think Batman, Lady Gaga and the Wolfman. At the same time, actors need to understand how costumes help to define the personality of their characters. Through the pounds of face makeup, body armor, muscle suits, prosthetics and mechanics, a character comes to life. In this course, students will learn the three basic techniques used for most specialty costume manufacturing (sculpture, molds and castings) to create a one-of-a-kind costume piece. Demonstrations include body-casting techniques, silicone mold, casting techniques, urethane casting and painting techniques.