The incredible advancements in technology have made the impossible possible. From small tools, to prosthetic techniques, to innovative software, the Props, Special Effects, Make-Up, and Visual Effects departments are shaping audience expectation more than ever.

In this energetic discussion, we’ll hear from industry pros about the latest to hit their departments, the challenges they are facing, and what they are seeing five year in the future.

Moderator:

Panelists:

Cesar Dacol Jr. | Creature Art Director, SpinVFX

Cesar Dacol joined SpinVFX in 2016 as a Creature Art Director. Dacol has been bringing creatures and characters to life for 20 years. He started his career in the makeup effects industry and transitioned to CG in the mid 90s. From designing the hero dinosaur, Gigantasaurus, in Journey to the Center of the Earth to the Werewolves in The Mortal Instruments, this talented artist has carved a path in animated features such as The Wild (Disney), Happy Feet 2 (Warner Bros.), and live action features that include, Fantastic Four (20th Century Fox), 300 (Warner Bros.), and The Incredible Hulk (Universal Pictures).

Alex Hurter | Property Master

Derek Liscoumb | Founder, Storm FX

Larissa Palaszczuk | Makeup Artist

From practical to theatrical, gorgeous to grotesque… Larissa is a diverse, multi talented makeup artist in the Toronto makeup industry since 2005. Her skills run from camera-ready corporate grooming on all genders to glamorous beauty for events, creative editorial and alternative looks to drag and bodypainting, to character makeup and special effects for stage film and television.Larissa prides herself on her high standards but easy going attitude, she loves collaborating and is able to accomplish any look thrown her way. Larissa is a proud member and Vice President of the Makeup Department at film technician union NABET 700.