Hands-On Training in Beauty, SFX, and Film Makeup
If you’ve been searching for makeup classes in Nashville, summer camps for teens, or special effects (SFX) workshops in Tennessee, this is your sign to jump in.
This summer, The Academy of Makeup and Arts is offering a lineup of hands-on makeup workshops, teen camps, and professional intensives designed for every level—from beginners to aspiring film industry artists.
Whether you’re interested in natural beauty, special effects makeup, animatronics, or prop making, these workshops focus on real skills, real techniques, and real experience.
Soft Props Workshop
April 30 – May 3
Learn how props are safely created for film while still looking completely realistic on camera.
In this workshop, students will build their own “soft prop” using industry-standard techniques.
Students will:
• Mold and cast prop pieces
• Seam and assemble materials
• Paint and finish for realism
• Create props built to film and television standards
💡 Best for: Artists interested in prop making, film production, and practical effects
Teen Beauty Makeup Camp (9th–12th Grade)
Date: June 1 – 3
Looking for a makeup camp in Nashville for teens that teaches real, everyday skills?
This hands-on camp focuses on confidence, natural beauty, and healthy makeup habits.
What students will learn:
• Skincare basics for healthy, glowing skin
• Natural, everyday makeup techniques
• Enhancing features without heavy makeup
• Event-ready glam for special occasions
• Brow grooming, color correction, and complexion balancing
• Lash basics and eye definition
• Proper hygiene and tool care
💡 Best for: Teens who want to feel confident doing their own makeup
Animatronics Workshop Intensive (5 Weeks)
Date: June 1 – July 4
One of the most advanced and unique makeup workshops in Tennessee, this intensive focuses on building a fully functional animatronic character.
Students will:
• Design a 3D character using Blender
• Use CAD software to create animatronic components
• Fabricate 3D-printed molds
• Create silicone skins for animatronics
• Install servos and control systems
• Build mechanical linkages for facial movement
Students will complete a half-face animatronic with independent movement, with the opportunity to expand into a full-face build.
💡 Best for: Serious students interested in animatronics, creature effects, and advanced SFX fabrication
⚠️ Extremely limited enrollment – secure your seat!
Blood & Gore Workshop (Ages 16+)
📅 Date: June 8 – 12
Ever wondered how realistic blood effects are created for horror movies?
In this hands-on SFX workshop, students will build and operate practical effects rigs used in film and television.
Students will:
• Construct working blood rigs for gore effects
• Learn how blood flow systems work on set
• Apply and wear prosthetic appliances
• Operate rigs in real-time
💡 Best for: Students interested in horror films, prosthetics, and practical effects.
Movie Magic Makeup Camp (SFX for Teens)
Date: June 8 – 12
Step into the world of film and television special effects makeup and learn how artists create realistic injuries and character transformations.
Students will learn:
• Bruises, cuts, and injury effects
• Frostbite and weathered skin techniques
• Aging (“old age”) makeup
• Color theory for realistic SFX
• Proper use of SFX tools and materials
• Character design and creative problem-solving
🎬 Final Project:
Design and create a zombie character from concept to final look
💡 Best for: Creative teens interested in film, SFX, and hands-on artistry
Why Choose a Summer Makeup Workshop in Nashville?
Training at The Academy of Makeup and Arts means you’re getting more than a class—you’re getting real, hands-on experience.
✔ Small class sizes
✔ Hands-on, guided instruction
✔ Techniques used in film, TV, and professional makeup
✔ Options for beginners through advanced students
✔ Located in Nashville, Tennessee and accessible across the state
Whether you’re coming from Nashville, Franklin, Murfreesboro, or anywhere in Tennessee, these workshops are designed to give you real skills you can actually use.
This is your chance to learn from working professionals and build real skills! Spots are limited to keep each class interactive and hands-on, and many of these workshops fill quickly.
