Shelly Pinder

Special Effects Makeup Artist

<p>I have always had a great love of makeup.&nbsp; I could rarely leave a drug store without purchasing some fabulous new shade of eyeshadow or a lipstick that was on sale...and don't even get me started on Halloween.<br /><br />During a brief stint in modeling, I discovered how much I loved applying makeup and trying new looks.&nbsp; I expressed to my various photographers my interest in working for them as a makeup artist and the work started coming in immediately.&nbsp; I soon grew bored with the world of fashion as I had very little opportunity to be artistic and got stuck in the "girl next door look" rut.<br /><br />After several years of waning interest, I happened upon a brutal and bloody film for which I volunteered to assist in makeup.&nbsp; My love of makeup was renewed, but became a different animal altogether as I entered the world of special effects.&nbsp; I have discovered that I love nothing more than to be covered in blood and dirt by the end of a shoot.&nbsp; It makes me feel like I'm really accomplishing something.&nbsp; I'll admit that I get a thrill from the look of disgust on the faces of those who see my work.&nbsp; The bloodier, the better, I always say.<br /><br />I continue to build my portfolio by working on any new assignment I can find.&nbsp; The pay is not always that great, but the rewards are endless.&nbsp; I feel blessed to have found my passion.</p>

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