As we wrap up the semester and prepare for graduation and summer break, we want to congratulate our students on a job well done. This semester was jam-packed with outside productions (some were larger than life!) on top of all the required school projects our students must complete to graduate or continue on to their next semester. Can you believe we’re starting the last month of classes for Spring 2023??
Ways to finish this semester strong!
We encourage our students to keep the momentum going and finish this semester strong! Especially our graduating students who are working on their final projects. Here are a few ways to stay on top of everything for the last bit of the semester and be successful moving forward!
- Stay organized: Keeping track of assignments and deadlines is essential to finishing the semester strong. Use a planner or a digital calendar to stay on top of your responsibilities. Staying organized will also help you avoid feeling overwhelmed and stressed.
- Seek help when needed: Don’t be afraid to ask for help if you struggle with a particular project. Our instructors are all here to help you succeed, so take full advantage of it!
- Prioritize self-care: Taking care of your physical and mental health is crucial to success. Make sure to get enough sleep, exercise regularly, and eat a healthy diet. Take breaks when needed and prioritize activities that help you relax and recharge!
What was in the Shop
All the incredible work done this semester is in big part thanks to our Nashville community for spreading our name and our students’ great work ethic! And, of course, the constant determination and hard work put in by our students and instructors. Below is everything our students and instructors have worked on for our Spring 2023 semester!
- Belmont’s Beauty and the Beast
- Hazel Green High School’s Little Shop of Horrors
- Mongomery Bell Academy’s Julius Ceasar
- Studio Ten’s Smoke on the Mountain
- Belmont’s film Cuts
- Harpeth Hall’s Annie
- Independent film Legends of Lake Hallow
- The Webb School’s Radium Girls
Standing ovation for each and every student who worked on these projects. From in the shop building wigs and prosthetics to getting to set and watching it all come together. Well done!
Upcoming Events
- Student Movie Night – May 12 at 7pm in the Costuming studio! We’ll be watching The Whale which won Best Hair and Makeup this year at the Academy Awards
- Online Airbrush Body Paint Course with Pashur – May 17 at 7pm (PST) join Pashur and Sig, from Coast Airbrush, as they chat about making the best choices in body art equipment and supply purchases. Find out more info about the class here. AMUA alumni and students can take this class for a discount! Check your student newsletter for the code!
- Graduation and Portfolio Review – May 27 from 1-3pm celebrate with us as seven students become Alumni! See their incredible work throughout their time here and congratulate them on all their hard work.
- Lighting Workshop – June 2-3 with Chuck Arlund where you learn all about lighting! Sign up here.
- Movie Magic SFX Summer Camp – June 5-9 and is best for makeup enthusiasts in 7th through 12th grades. There are only a few seats left so sign up today!
- Fabric Distressing Workshop – June 6-8 with Melissa Durmon is a perfect partner to the Movie Magic Camp, but is also a great opportunity for anyone wanting to expand their wardrobe knowledge. Sign up here.
- The Makeup Show – June 23-24 at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel here in Nashville! We’re very excited to have The Makeup Show here in Nashville! Come see us at our booth, but also come for all of the excellent demos and chats with our industry leaders. There are student discounts available, so don’t miss this opportunity to network and learn something new. Get your tickets here!
- Blood and Gore Workshop – July 10-14 with Ben Rittenhouse where you’ll learn all things horror! Build blood rigs like they do in the movies to create realistic slit throats and zombie bites – tickets are going fast!
Tell our grads Congrats! Some finished our extended programs, others completed specific courses, and a few more came back after their program ended for some extended studies. Whatever the path, we see success for all of them!
- Alex Barker – Makeup for TV and Film
- Capri Biangardi – 3D Printing
- Caroline Barber – Special Effects and The Art of Hair and Wig Design
- Ryanne Caldwell – Animatronics
- August Dickerson – Performance Makeup Artist Program
- Katie Davis – Special Effects
- Olivia Scibelli – The Art of Hair and Wig Design
Remember, Graduation and Portfolio Review is Saturday, May 27th from 1-3pm. Light refreshments will be available paired with exhibits of our grad’s work, graduation, and awards!
