Face Off — Season 3
The third season of Syfy’s *Face Off* arrived on August 21, 2012, showcasing twelve incredibly talented prosthetic makeup artists pushing their skills to the limit. Throughout the season, these artists battled it out in a series of challenges, crafting stunning and often unsettling transformations. The competition culminated in a thrilling finale broadcast live on Halloween, where viewers had the chance to cast their votes for the winner. Ultimately, Nicole Chilelli, representing Sacramento, California, took home the top prize. Her victory was doubly historic – she became both the first woman and the only contestant ever to be eliminated from the show before returning to claim the championship! Nicole’s grand prize included a guest lecturing position at the prestigious Make Up for Ever Academies in New York and Paris, a 2012 Toyota Prius v, and $100,000.
Sean Astin welcomes the contestants, presenting them with the task of designing unique alien beings for the iconic "Star Wars" cantina scene that opens Season 3.
The challenge requires participants to devise a unique pirate persona – a figure so deeply intertwined with the ocean that they have essentially become part of it.
The spirit of the Chinese New Year informs the creation of elaborate dragon masks, crafted for performers in an acrobatic dance.
The participants craft elaborate zombie makeup designs inspired by characters from "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland." Renowned director Paul W.S. Anderson lends his expertise as a guest judge.
Inspired by extraordinary vehicles, the competitors design cosmetics for superheroes and their companions. Renowned artist Kevin Smith serves as a guest judge.
Drawing inspiration from the video game *Dishonored*, the artists craft characters with deliberately heightened features to meet the demands of the project.
The artists, each vying for recognition, must devise entirely new movie monsters inspired by the imaginative drawings of children.
Artists are employing cosmetics to craft looks drawn from the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss' "Sleep Book," marking the beloved story's 50th year.
The parameters of the cyborg challenge stipulate the incorporation of salvaged components from a junkyard.
The distinctive visual world of the NBC series "Grimm" serves as a significant source of inspiration for the artistry of its makeup effects.
The final three artists face the challenge of designing Halloween-inspired characters, who will subsequently participate in a choreographed stunt performance.
The audience will decide the champion of Season 3, with the winner revealed at the finale in Los Angeles. Additionally, the artists who have been eliminated will come together for a reunion.
