Theodore Salisbury

Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Designer / SFX Artist

Theodore Salisbury is a practical-effects artist and Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Designer / SFX Artist known for his work on Dune, Dune: Part Two, Marvel’s Moon Knight, and The Covenant. He specialises in character, creature, makeup, and prosthetic design, creating the physical details that help bring imaginary worlds and screen characters to life.

His work centres on the craft of transforming performers and building believable creatures before filming begins. Across film and television, Salisbury’s practice spans prosthetics, makeup effects, and creature design, making him especially relevant to conversations around visual storytelling, character creation, and practical worldbuilding.

At SACC, Salisbury will share insights into prosthetic and creature design, tracing the process from concept art to character and offering attendees a closer look at how practical effects shape memorable on-screen creations.

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