Since 1984, Barry Anderson is one of the country's leading figure makers, creating realistic figures from wax, resin, silicone and latex.
Barry worked with Ripley Entertainment for over 17 years as their Lead Artist and Director of the Art Department. Barry’s work can be seen worldwide at Ripleys Believe it or Not museums, Louis Tussauds wax works, Ripleys Haunted Attractions, Ripleys Aquariums and the Great Wolf Lodge.
While he worked at Ripley's, Barry simultaneously pursued a second career in Makeup Effects for the film and tv industries. He has worked on over 15 feature films, which you can see by clicking this iMDB link!
Barry's unusual illustrations have been seen in numerous publications and on printed apparel. His original paintings and sculptures have been displayed in galleries and museums.
I am currently freelancing from my studio in Winter Park, Florida. And I'm always ready for the next fun project! Please contact me for availability and pricing.
Barry Anderson is THE PROFESSOR at Ghoul School FX Workshops located in Winter Park, Florida. Check out all of his scheduled workshops and more information by visiting the Ghoul School website!
Interview with Barry
Taking Boxer Bernard Hopkins out of his Head Cast
Bernard Hopkins Body Casting Process 5 from Ripley's Believe It or Not! on Vimeo.
Making the Lizardman Figure
Lizardman Gets a Bodycast from FATHOM on Vimeo.
Giving Eyes to Angelina Jolie figure
Zombie & Pirate Makeup Tutorials on The Daily Buzz
If you want to send me a message, you can use this form:
Winter Park, FL
407-376-3814
Serving Central Florida's Makeup Effects, TV, Film, Attractions and WEIRD industries since 1984.
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