Art of Cosplay and Creative Makeup

Chris Peck, known as @rainbowskinz on social media, is a creative shape shifter with a makeup brush. Based in London, UK, but with a global audience, he creates amazingly creative and entertaining videos that showcase his creative makeup and body painting skills. As an influential face in the cosplay/creative makeup world, Chris has worked with brands such as PlayStation, Amazon Prime, Paramount+, Genshin Impact, and Saints Row to create sponsored cosplaying advertisements for new releases and also collaborated with the band Gorillaz. TikTok: @rainbowskinzYouTube: @RainbowskinzInstagram: @rainbowskinz

• Acknowledgments How Did I Get Here?Part 1: Painting TechniquesIntroduction to Face Paints Highlighting and Shading Color Theory of Contouring Painting Muscles Painting Hair Cel-Shading Painting Different Textures How to Cover Tattoos Painting the Face Versus the Body Other Things to Think About When PaintingPart 2: Beyond PaintingContact Lenses Polymorph Plastic Tooth Enamel Dye Fake Blood Rigid Collodion Scar Wax Liquid Latex Creating a DIY Face Cast DIY Prosthetics Working With What Makes You YOU! Part 3: Becoming a Social Media Content CreatorFinding Your Creative Inspiration Choosing the Right Sound Managing Your Time Uploading Your Content Smarter Every Social Platform Is Different Start the Day Prepared! Using Reference Pictures My Personal Painting Setup The Importance of Good Quality Lighting Video Editing Tips Understanding Your Camera Angles Top 10 Tips to Become a Social Media InfluencerMonetizing Your Content Monetizing Your Specific AudienceResources About the Author Index

"This is a solid introduction and primer for readers interested in using and wearing makeup for cosplay, clubbing, theater, social media posts, and much more."