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National Award-winning Preetisheel Singh D’souza is a renowned character designer in Bollywood who is known for her exceptional work in prosthetic makeup. Her work has been featured in numerous blockbuster movies including Padmaavat and Pushpa: The Rise. She runs India’s No.1 makeup and prosthetic studio Da Makeup Lab in Mumbai. In this exclusive article on Bollywood Couch, we share 10 quick expert prosthetic makeup tips shared by Preetisheel Singh D’souza.

Research and preparation are key

According to Preetisheel, research and preparation are the most important aspects of prosthetic makeup. She advises studying the character and their backstory thoroughly and understanding their physical and emotional characteristics. This will help in creating a more authentic and realistic look for the character.

Use high-quality products

Preetisheel recommends only using very high-quality products for prosthetic makeup. This ensures that the makeup stays on for a longer duration and does not cause any skin irritation or damage.

Use reference images

Creating reference images is a crucial step in creating prosthetic makeup. Preetisheel advises sketching and preparing as many reference images as possible to understand the minute details of the character’s features.

Pay attention to detail

Preetisheel stresses the importance of paying attention to even the smallest details while creating prosthetic makeup. She advises focusing on details like wrinkles, skin texture and veins to create a more realistic and authentic look.

Experiment with prosthetics

Prosthetic makeup allows for a lot of creativity and experimentation. Preetisheel advises trying out different materials and techniques to create unique looks for the characters.

Blend the prosthetics seamlessly

Blending the prosthetics seamlessly with the skin is a crucial step in creating a realistic look. Preetisheel recommends using a combination of airbrushing and hand painting to blend the prosthetics seamlessly.

Use lighting to your advantage

Preetisheel advises using lighting to your advantage while creating prosthetic makeup. Understanding the lighting on the set helps in creating a more realistic and natural look for the character.

Test the makeup and prosthetics beforehand

Testing the makeup and prosthetics beforehand is an important step in creating prosthetic makeup. Preetisheel recommends testing the makeup and prosthetics on the actor’s skin to ensure that there are no allergic reactions.

Collaborate with the director and cinematographer

Collaborating with the director and cinematographer is crucial in creating prosthetic makeup that is suitable for the character and the film’s aesthetic. Preetisheel advises understanding the director’s vision and collaborating with the cinematographer to create a more cinematic look.

Be patient and persistent

Creating prosthetic makeup can be a time-consuming and challenging process. Preetisheel advises being patient and persistent and not getting disheartened by setbacks. She stresses the importance of being passionate about the work and striving for excellence.

To sum it up, prosthetic makeup is a challenging and creative field that requires a lot of patience, persistence and attention to detail. Preetisheel Singh D’souza’s expert tips can help aspiring artists to create more authentic and realistic looks for their characters.