Beyond Beauty

Creative &
SFX Makeup

From Halloween transformations to editorial face paint and special effects — I bring bold, artistic visions to life. No look is too creative, no concept too daring.

Pop art zombie special effects makeup by Ottawa artist Zara Does Makeup — neon green and pink comic book skull

Creative Services

Whether you need a full transformation for Halloween or an artistic concept for a photoshoot — I bring the artistry.

Halloween & Costume

Full-face Halloween transformations, horror looks, fantasy characters, and costume makeup for parties and events across Ottawa.

Special Effects (SFX)

Prosthetic-style effects, wounds, cracked skin, and theatrical makeup for film, theatre productions, or creative projects.

Face & Body Paint

Artistic face painting, pop-art looks, editorial body art, and creative concepts for photoshoots, content creation, and festivals.

Editorial & Avant-Garde

High-fashion editorial looks, creative color work, and avant-garde concepts for photographers, models, and creative directors.

Cosplay & Character

Bring your favourite characters to life with detailed cosplay makeup for conventions, content shoots, and events in Ottawa.

Themed Parties & Events

Group creative makeup for themed parties, corporate events, and entertainment productions. Available for on-location group bookings.

Recent Creative Work

A selection of SFX and creative looks from my portfolio.

Creative SFX cracked ice queen face paint with dark purple lip — Halloween makeup by Ottawa artist Zara
SFX cracked porcelain doll makeup with detailed black fracture lines over pale blue base — by Ottawa MUA Zara
Pop art zombie Halloween makeup — neon green and hot pink comic book style skull face paint by Zara Does Makeup Ottawa

Creative Makeup Pricing

Creative and SFX looks vary in complexity. Here's a starting guide — exact pricing depends on the concept.

Standard Creative

$75

Single-look face paint, Halloween glam, themed makeup. ~60–90 minutes.

Complex SFX

$120+

Multi-layer SFX, prosthetics, full transformations. ~2–3 hours. Quote provided after consultation.

Mobile service included within Ottawa city limits. Group rates available for parties and events.

Have a Creative Vision?

Tell me your concept — no idea is too bold. Let's bring your most creative makeup vision to life, anywhere in Ottawa.

Inquire About Creative Makeup