Arts & Craft/Learning
Learn special-effects and media makeup
Westminster Adult Education Service runs hair and media makeup courses that can cover face painting, prosthetics and special effects. Adult-education pricing, so far cheaper than the private schools.
- Grid
- SW1
- Where
- Westminster SW1
- Format
- Class
- Time
- Multi-week
- Cost
- ££
- Solo or group
- Solo-friendly
- Rain or shine
- Indoor (rain-proof)
Why this one
Westminster Adult Education Service runs hair and media makeup courses that can cover face painting, prosthetics and special effects. Adult-education pricing, so far cheaper than the private schools. An easy way to break up the same old week.
How to get involved
- 01Book a beginner session
Look for a taster or intro class — no experience needed.
- 02See if it clicks
Do one before signing up for a full course. Check the price first — most are beginner-friendly.
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