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Low-Budget Filmmaking Tip #151

by scrappy Jul 15, 2024

…or change Time and Space.

No matter how cool the makeup effects are, find out how long they take to apply and how long they last under hot lights. Factor that into your schedule.

The “Scotty Method” isn’t real.

If the makeup you want is going to take half an hour or an hour to apply, plan for that time. Don’t assume your makeup person is lying about how long it’ll take.

It’s part of the foundation, y’see…

If you don’t have a dedicated makeup person, try to get one. If you can’t, let your actors know as soon as possible, so they can plan ahead. You definitely don’t want them showing up thinking there’s going to be makeup, and then having to do their own at the last minute with whatever tools-on-hand they happen to bring.