A COUPLE DAYS LEFT TO ENROLL

& ONLY COUPLE SEATS LEFT!

Sign up for COMPLETE TRAUMA FX

by THIS FRIDAY, May 22!

No Enrollments Accepted After May 22.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND FOR FIRST TIME IN 3 YEARS!**

Learn Complete Trauma ‘Out-of-Kit’ & Prosthetic Makeup FX Applications for Film, TV, Theater, Cosplay, Haunt, & Moulage from the

EMMY® NOMINATED Makeup FX Artists of Kosart Studios!

Get ready for crime scene set work! Today’s Makeup Artist needs to be proficient and confident in their application of trauma 'out-of-the-kit' makeup FX and prosthetics for film, television, theater, haunted attractions, cosplay, and even moulage for training paramedics, police, firefighters, military, etc. Effectively design and create the most realistic trauma Makeup FX for today's HD world. Learn the 'out-of-the-kit' techniques to create wound and injury makeups, both minimal to extreme for various types of trauma. Then learn how to apply, blend, paint, and safely remove the two most widely used types of prosthetics for hyper-realistic trauma makeups: Pros-Aide transfers and encapsulated silicone prosthetics. Students will be working with the professional pre-made wound and injury prosthetics sculpted and created by Kosart Studios.

This 5-day POP-UP Masterclass will consist of demonstrations and HANDS-ON learning of techniques NOT TAUGHT ANYWHERE ELSE in the Midwest.

Certificate given upon completion. All materials included, including a professional Trauma Makeup FX kit for you to keep ($1,600 Value). Students will be working on themselves and on fellow students. Be prepared to take notes and get creative!

WHEN:

Monday June 8 through

Friday June 12, 2026

​9am-6pm, with 1 hour lunch



5 Days (40 Hours) of Training

WHERE:

Kosart Studios

760 Burr Oak Drive

Westmont, IL 60559

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Students will learn in a Professional Special FX Studio setting

and will learn from the Midwest’s leading Special FX Artists

J. Anthony Kosar and Anna Cali

Enroll by Friday May 22nd

No enrollments accepted after deadline.

Regular Price: $3,000

All Materials Included

Including a Professional MUFX Kit for you to keep (valued at $1,600)

**Due to Kosart Studios' busy and demanding production schedule, this Pop-Up Masterclass may not repeat. The last time this Pop-Up Masterclass was held was 3 years ago in 2023, and 5 years before that in 2018, and both times it SOLD OUT quickly. SO DON'T MISS THIS JAM-PACKED POP-UP WORKSHOP, ENROLL TODAY!

What You Will Learn:

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​• Discussions of Real World, On-Set Applications, Etiquette, & Protocols 

​• Understanding, Using, & Maintaining your MUFX Kit Effectively

​• Hygiene and Safe, Healthy MUFX Practices in a Post-COVID World

• Matching and Understanding Skin Tones

• High Definition Makeup techniques with Alcohol Activated Makeup

​• Uses & Types of Theatrical Bloods for Trauma MUFX

• 2D Techniques with Makeup & Blood

• Creating Trauma with Tattoo Transfers

• 3D Out-of-the-Kit techniques with Liquid Latex, Wax, & Gelatin

• Advanced 3D Out-of-the-Kit techniques with On-Skin Silicone

• Bruises, Scrapes, Scars, Scabs, Lacerations, Gun Shot Wounds, Etc

• 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Degree Burn Simulation Techniques

• Working with Baldiez Skins

• 3D Out-of-the-Kit Trauma Design and Application

• Pre-Made Pros-Aide Transfer Prep and Application Techniques

• Pre-Made Encapsulated Silicone Prosthetic Application Techniques

• Advanced Prosthetic Trauma Makeup FX Design & Application

• Safe Makeup & Prosthetic Removal Practices

A COUPLE DAYS LEFT TO ENROLL

& ONLY COUPLE SEATS LEFT!

Sign up for COMPLETE TRAUMA FX

by THIS FRIDAY, May 22!

No Enrollments Accepted After May 22.

SO DON'T DELAY, SIGN UP TODAY!!

ENROLL HERE

LESS THAN 2 WEEKS to

get EARLY BIRD SAVINGS for

COMPLETE AIRBRUSH FX!

Sign up by Friday, May 29th to

take advantage of our Early Bird Discount!

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND FOR FIRST TIME IN 2 YEARS!** ​

Learn Complete Airbrush FX Painting Techniques for Prosthetics, Masks, Make-Ups, Sculptures, Props, Model Kits, Art, & Costumes for Film, TV, Theater, Cosplay, & Haunt from the EMMY® NOMINATED MUFX Artists of Kosart Studios!

Discover ALL these airbrush FX techniques by painting three masks: a 'Grunt' Creature mask, an 'Undead Fred' Zombie mask, and a 'Huebert' Alien mask, all designed and sculpted by J. Anthony Kosar. Learn these complex painting techniques using a professional grade airbrush, the Kosart PHANTOM Pro. The master techniques taught in this Complete Airbrush FX masterclass are the techniques used for painting any mask, prop, sculpture, character prosthetic, or creature suit. This Complete Airbrush FX Masterclass will be in 3 parts...

Part 1: CREATURE

Real skin and flesh-tone is not just one color, but in fact, many layers of translucent colors. When simulating skin on something opaque like a foam-latex prosthetic, a resin statue, or a latex mask as in this masterclass, the artist must know how to add life and translucency to make a mask, sculpture, prop, or prosthetic make-up look real. It is through the use of sophisticated airbrushed layers on an opaque base that gives the appearance of depth of color. Subtle veining, spattering, and blemishes enhance the overall natural look of skin and the use of staining adds realism to horns and teeth. Highlight and shadow make certain features pop, while pushing others back, creating a composition within a face. The finishing touch are eyes that are brilliant, life-like, and glistening. NEXT, you will learn...

Part 2: ZOMBIE

Just as with living tissue, the dead skin and rotting flesh of a zombie is also composed of even more intricate layers of color. However, creatures with scales, rough skin, wood grain or elemental skin, sculpted fur or feathers, and in this case, the decomposing flesh of a withered zombie require a different approach when painting to also enhance the depth of these textures. Spattering, mottling, and stronger veining simulate the necrosis that occurs beneath the skin's surface. Decaying teeth protruding from receding gums and exposed bone from shriveling skin create a grisly nightmare from beyond the grave. The finishing touch are glazed-over, dead eyes, that make your zombie come to life. THEN you will be ready for...

Part 3: ALIEN

Now "boldly go where no one has gone before." From the creatures living in the depths of our uncharted oceans to the species yet to be discovered in the vast rain forests of our own world; from life-forms in the outer reaches of space and other dimensions to the fantastical beings lurking in our own imaginations, learn to paint the skin of aliens and other 'other-worldly' creatures. Bravely create skin tones of the most intricate layers of brilliant color. Gain confidence in your airbrushing skills to paint bold skin patterns without the use of stencils. Paint luminous extra-terrestrial eyes that have traveled through space and time. Finish your alien with an iridescent sheen and a glaze that shimmers like the stars of the galaxy.

This 5-day masterclass will consist of demonstrations and HANDS-ON learning of techniques not taught anywhere else in the Midwest.  

Certificate given upon completion. All materials included, including a professional Airbursh FX kit with a Kosart PHANTOM Pro Airbrush for you to keep ($1,000 Value). Be prepared to take notes and get creative!

WHEN:

Monday June 22 through

Friday June 26, 2026

​9am-6pm, with 1 hour lunch



5 Days (40 Hours) of Training

WHERE:

Kosart Studios

760 Burr Oak Drive

Westmont, IL 60559

​

Students will learn in a Professional Special FX Studio setting

and will learn from the Midwest’s leading Special FX Artists

J. Anthony Kosar and Anna Cali

Enroll by Friday June 12th

No enrollments accepted after deadline.

Early Bird Pricing: $2,100

Sign up by THIS FRIDAY 5/29 and Save $150!

After 5/29, registration goes to original price of $2,250. 

Enroll early to ensure your spot at discounted price.

Regular Price: $2,250

All Materials Included

Including a Professional MUFX Kit for you to keep (valued at $1,000)

**Due to Kosart Studios' busy and demanding production schedule, this Pop-Up Masterclass may not repeat. The last time COMPLETE AIRBRUSH FX was held was 2 years ago in 2024, and 5 years before that in 2019, and both times it SOLD OUT quickly. SO DON'T MISS THIS JAM-PACKED POP-UP WORKSHOP, ENROLL TODAY!

What You Will Learn:

​FUNDAMENTIALS of Airbrush Painting:

• Understanding the Airbrush from the Inside Out

​• Airbrush Fundamentals, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting

​• Eye-to-Hand Coordination & Practice

• Learn These 3 Different Approaches of Painting . . .

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Part 1 - CREATURE Painting Approach:

​• Hyperrealistic Flesh & Skin Tones Painting Simulation

​• Understanding Depth of Color for Life & Translucency

• Subtle Spattering, Mottling, & Veining Techniques

• Simple Airbrush Layering Effects

• Subtle Bone, Horn, & Teeth Staining Techniques

• Hyperrealistic Human Eye Painting Techniques

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Part 2 - ZOMBIE Painting Approach:

• Dead & Decomposing Flesh Painting

• Rough Texture Painting Techniques

• Surface Staining & Dry-Brush Effects 

• Heavy Tooth & Bone Staining Techniques

• Advanced Spattering & Veining Techniques

• Milky-Cataract Dead-Eye Painting Techniques

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Part 3 - ALIEN Painting Approach:

• Bold Fantastical Patterning without Stencils

• Understanding & Use of Extreme Color

• Advanced Airbrush Laying Effects

• Advanced Mottling & Veining Techniques 

• Creative Alien Eye Painting Techniques

• Creating an Iridescent Skin Tone

SO DON'T DELAY, SIGN UP TODAY!!

ENROLL HERE

INFO:

These are POP-UP workshops & may not be repeated

due to Kosart Studios' busy production schedule schedule. 

The last time the COMPLETE TRAUMA FX was held was 3 years ago in 2023 and 5 years before that in 2018, and both times they SOLD OUT quickly. The last time the COMPLETE AIRBRUSH FX was held was 2 years ago in 2024 and 5 years before that in 2019, and both times they also SOLD OUT quickly. SO DON'T MISS THESE JAM-PACKED POP-UP MASTERCLASSES, ENROLL TODAY!

No experience necessary, these POP-UP Masterclasses are for beginners, hobbyists, and professionals alike. We teach you what you need to know, from the beginning. 

These Masterclasses are open to all Adults, College Students, and High School students 16-years-old and older. No students accepted under the age of 16. 

Payment plans are available. All class fees must be paid in full by first day of class. Student's spot will be reserved only upon receipt of full payment or deposit for payment plan. Early Bird Pricing is not valid for payment plans. 

Due to expensive tools and materials supplied by Kosart Studios to the students, class fees and deposits are non-refundable. 

ALLERGY WARNING: Latex and latex products will be used in these classes.

Enroll early to take advantage of our Early Bird Pricing and save $150 on enrollment. After Early Bird deadline, registration goes to original prices. Early Bird Pricing is not valid for payment plans. Enroll early to ensure your spot at the discounted prices.

Click HERE for Additional Enrollment Information

MASTERCLASS INSTRUCTORS:

These POP-UP Masterclasses are taught by EMMY® Nominated Makeup FX Artists J. ANTHONY KOSAR and ANNA CALI

who have done MUFX for HIM, CANDYMAN, FARGO, LOVECRAFT COUNTRY, POWER BOOK IV: FORCE, CHICAGO PD, SHINING GIRLS, PAPER GIRLS, EMPIRE, SHAMELESS, & many more!

See their Professional Work HERE

Kosart Studios has worked across the continent, from NY to LA and from Canada to Mexico, creating the highest quality, custom make-up FX for film, television, web media, photography, advertising, theater, and the haunt industry. We specialize in all forms of make-up FX, including hyper-realistic age, character, believable likenesses, true-to-life trauma, as well as creative fantasy, sci-fi, and horror creature FX. Kosart also produces award-winning illustration, concept art, sculpture, product development, and graphic design.

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Kosart Studios has the capability to work on projects large or small, both in shop and on set. With over 24 years of experience in the Entertainment Industry, and many decades of combined experience, Kosart is your one-stop-shop, not only in Chicago, but in the entire United States!

Kosart Classes & Workshops:

Between projects, Kosart has over 15 years of teaching experience doing seminars and demonstrations at schools and trade shows across the country, and has been exclusively teaching our own hands-on classes and workshops since 2011 in the disciplines of make-up FX, sculpting, painting, and the FX lab techniques.

Many Kosart alumni have become professional artists in the television, film, theater, collectibles, & haunt industries. Professionals already in these industries come to Kosart to hone their skills. Some students also use what they learn for their own creative hobbies and personal art. Several students have gone on to compete, and even WIN, on Syfy’s FACE OFF and GAME FACE. 

While our professional projects are keeping Kosart very busy living our dreams in the film and television industry, when we can, we still want to help others live their dreams by offering pop-up workshops to help get them on their way. 

Click HERE to enroll in our current pop-up workshop.