Some makeups are so realistic you can’t help but ask how it’s done. People ask to get up close so they can spot the real from the fake, but the best effects are indistinguishable.
The living statue makeup is one that is simple to complete, yet gives the same impact. It looks soooooo real!
What is a living statue?
A living statue is also called a living sculpture and is essentially a person dressed as a statue standing completely still to give the illusion he or she is an actual statue.
The professional living statue is much more than just makeup. The costumes can be extraordinary and the makeup a true trick to the eyes.
The makeup includes hair in the full-body camouflage. A hat can cover what doesn’t match, but it is important to simulate a statue from head to toe.
There are bronze living statues, stone, even ones who have some blue and silver tones like the one shown. The key is making sure the entire look is monochrome only accentuating shadows and highlights.
Eveline Beuman of Living Sculpture tells us how difficult the job is and that having to scratch an itch while being as still as a statue is, well, an inevitable challenge. Avoiding an itch is a sign of a true professional!
Pinterest Inspiration
Check out my living statue Pinterest board with loads of images for live sculptures.
Statue Tutorials
Here are a few tutorials that should get you going.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gsxq9nktUEo
BONUS: How to make a yarn wig
If you aren’t into coloring your hair, then you’re gonna love this tutorial for making a wig out of yarn! It’s a perfect addition to the look. You can even style it to your liking!
Now, I’ll tell you, this can go in depth and it can be made simply. I found the post linked below to be pretty simple, but check out the video too.
https://www.madeeveryday.com/2015/10/tutorial-how-to-make-a-yarn-wig-4-ways.html/