Learn Hollywood Special Makeup Effects from Industry Legend
RobBurman
We’re exploring bringing Rob Burman’s renowned hands-on workshops to Texas. Join the interest list and help make it happen.
Become a founding studentAs seen in hollywood
Over 40 years of practical effects bringing legendary creatures to life.
Meet the legend Rob Burman
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Third-generation Hollywood makeup effects artist
A Family Legacy
Nearly 300 film and television credits
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40+ years of practical FX experience
Since 1980s
Stan Winston School instructor
Industry Elite
Founder of Rob Burman’s Laboratory
Est. Hollywood, CA
International workshop instructor
Global Mastery
What you will learn
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Life Casting
Learn the precise, safety-critical process of capturing human anatomy in silicone and alginate to create a perfect canvas.
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Sculpture
Translate your ideas into physical clay. Master anatomy, texture, form, and character design under Rob's direct guidance.
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Mold Making
The core of practical FX. Understand multi-piece matrix molds, stone molds, and how to preserve your sculpture's finest details.
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Foam Latex
Work with the industry's classic, ultra-expressive medium. Master the chemistry of baking, curing, and running foam.
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Silicone Prosthetics
Create ultra-realistic, translucent skin-like appliances. Learn to run and patch encapsulated platinum silicones.
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Painting & Coloration
Bring your creations to life. Master dynamic airbrushing, hand-painting, and layering techniques for depth and realism.
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Professional Application
Learn the professional secrets of skin prep, blending edges seamlessly into the actor's face, and utilizing medical adhesives.
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Hollywood Lab Techniques
Understand the workflow of a working Hollywood studio—safety, tool maintenance, shop setup, and material logistics.
Intro to Prosthetics 101
Gain hands-on experience. In this intensive workshop, you won’t just watch demonstrations—you will build, cast, and apply a complete, custom Hollywood-grade prosthetic from start to finish.
Life Cast
Sculpt
Mold
Cast
Paint
Apply
The Work
Turning raw materials into cinematic reality.
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Students
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Teaching
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Finished Makeups
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Behind the Scenes
Who is this for?
From absolute beginners to experienced artists looking to sharpen their skills
Makeup Artists
Cosplayers
Film Students
Creature Designers
Haunted Attraction Artists
Prop Makers
Sculptors
Passionate Novices
Why join the interest list?
Before scheduling a workshop, we’re building an interest list to determine demand in Texas. Joining the list doesn’t commit you to anything—it simply helps us know where interest exists and ensures you’re the first to know when dates are announced.
Texas Workshop Early AccessWhere?
San Antonio, Texas
When?
Dates to be announced soon, typically held over a 3-5 day period.
Price estimate?
Workshop fees are estimated between $1,500 - $3,000, depending on duration and materials.
Experience needed?
None! Beginners welcome!
Materials?
All specialized materials and tools provided. Personal kit suggestions sent upon registration.
Class size?
Class sizes are limited to 10-12 students for personalized instruction.
Why Texas?
Texas is home to an incredible community of filmmakers, creature artists, haunted attraction designers, prop builders, cosplayers, and practical effects enthusiasts. Instead of traveling across the country to train with Hollywood professionals, we’re exploring bringing that experience here.