Shrunken Heads: A Workshop with Russ Adams (Paperback)
Shrunken Heads: A Workshop with Russ Adams In this how-to workshop series, by special effects artist and creature designer Russ Adams, you will learn how to create professional looking shrunken heads using methods performed by professional Hollywood prop designers. This book includes in depth step-by-step tutorials from concept to finished work of art. In addition to this creating stunning shrunken heads, you will learn how to save money by make your own sculpting tools, armatures, and turntables. The author includes a multitude of other professional tips from his many years of experience. Also included in this book are nearly 100 diagrams, a quick-reference mold making check list, and more. The author even discussed the real gruesome head shrinking rituals used by Amazon tribes. The information compiled is provided by a self-taught mask maker who understands that most people don't have a lot of money to invest in materials and equipment. "My goal for this book is to give you the tools to succeed in your Shrunken Head making endeavor by guiding you through a step-by-step process that will increase your odds of success. In this book, you are going to learn more than just how to make a Shrunken Head. I am going to rescue you from the idea that you need to buy specialized tools and equipment to succeed." Russ Adams Available exclusively from Amazon and at Escape Design FX.
Russ Adams is an award-winning special effect artist familiar to worldwide audiences for his work on Jim Henson's Creature Shop Challenge, the highly rated SyFy Channel reality series. His work spans countless film, television, commercial, and theater productions. In this how-to workshop series, Russ shares his abundant experience with special effects enthusiasts and craftsmen of all levels.