Introduction

This project consists of two sections in which we will use special effects techniques to come up with an outcome that will showcase our skills.

Brave
We will start by making a wound, learning a technique widely used in the film industry allowing precision and continuity. Working in teams of two we will be given a specific wound to research, design and create.

New
We are asked to design a creature character to represent the theme of Brave New World. The basis of our investigation into the theme of Brave New World should range from concept design references, history of prosthetics in TV and film, anthropological and anatomical references. Based on the world of nature we are asked to design and create a human hybrid using silicone appliances.

I am glad that we get to create a creature of our choice and that there is plenty of room to be very creative. I really think I will enjoy this theme because it is a chance to really experiment with a lot of techniques. 

I haven't taken any special effects classes before but I am very looking forward to expanding my knowledge and taking a step in to behind the scenes of films.

I am expecting to learn new skills throughout my time in these classes and I hope to put in hard work to create work that is up to standards.

My fears when starting this course is not being technically capable as I have not done anything like this before.