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22 • THE ARTISAN SUMMER 2026 to detail with her calm, sensitive approach. I felt she would be a perfect fit for Yahya, both professionally and personally. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II's make-up was designed to feel natural and grounded, enhancing his features without ever feeling overdone. The approach focused on subtle skin work, maintaining a healthy, camera- ready complexion while allowing his performance to take center stage. Careful attention was given to continuity and texture, ensuring consistency throughout the shoot while adapting to the physical demands of the role. His facial hair was an essential part of his look as Simon Williams, hinting "W" of "Wonder Man" in the shape of beard. It required careful grooming and shaping each day to maintain a consistent, polished appearance that complemented his character's style; clean, precise, and natural, while still allowing him to embody the charm and charisma of Wonder Man. MAKE-UP Continued from page 20 Episode 6, his iconic facial hair was built by Justin Stafford and styled by Kenny Myers, ensuring it remained true to the original look while fitting seamlessly into the scene. Co-Department Head Make-up ANGEL RADEFELD-WRIGHT took over daily make- up application when filming resumed after WGA and SAG strikes. We had some fun recurring characters on the series. X Mayo plays Janelle Jackson, Simon's talent agent. X had a very clear vision for Janelle's look from head to toe. Since her wardrobe and hair were bold and expressive, reflecting her larger-than-life personality, I designed her make-up to be more defined rather than introducing too many colors. Gaby executed the make-up look, complementing with a fun, playful manicure to add personality. DeMarr Davis, aka Doorman, played by Byron Bowers in Episode 4, went through several stages of facial hair to reflect the passage of time and his personal style. Subtle changes, including the addition of an Afro Tek texture, helped convey different periods in his story. The series also featured cameo appearances from Joe Pantoliano and Josh Gad, who played themselves. I made sure their make-up and overall look were as authentic as possible, so the audience could fully enjoy the surreal experience of seeing real-life figures interact seamlessly within the Wonder Man world, both on and off the screen. On the opening scene of the 1980's low- budget movie, we needed aliens to be the "reptilian," and decided to use foam latex appliances made by RBFX to capture vintage feel. five hero aliens and 15 background aliens were refabricated and painted. Angel Radefeld-Wright and Ken Niederbaumer were responsible for these characters and led the team of nine talented make-up artists to execute the final look. When assembling the team besides myself and Gaby, I wanted to create as many opportunities as possible for our brothers and sisters in Local 706. Each episode was unique, with such a diverse cast, so I brought in a wide range of artists to work in the trailer and on background performers, tailoring the team to suit the needs of each day. The filming of the series was interrupted by the WGA and SAG strikes in 2023, but Angel Radefeld-Wright as Department Head Being able to work with Sir Ben Kingsley was such an honor. He reprised his beloved Marvel character, Trevor Slattery, in Wonder Man, marking the fourth time he has brought this iconic role to life. For me, that came with a great sense of responsibility, not to fall short in honoring such a well-loved character, while also being incredibly exciting. Starting the day with a morning English cup of tea, surrounded by the gentle aroma of sandalwood incense, and preparing him in a quiet, zen atmosphere became my favorite part of the busy day on set. While his make-up was intentionally minimal, Ben Kingsley's facial hair required careful precision. Maintaining its shape and consistency was crucial to preserving the integrity and continuity of Trevor Slattery, making it one of the most important aspects of his daily preparation. The goal was to preserve the character—recognizable persona while fitting seamlessly into the vibrant, cinematic world of the series. For the flashback scene of the Mandarin character in