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Chicago, IL special effects makeup artistKristoffer (aka Mr. Krist) Neumann is a freelance special effects makeup and theatrical makeup artist. Mr. Krist works with clients in the Chicago, Illinois area (Lake County, IL and surrounding areas). |
Mr. Krist specializes in character, gore and special effects makeup and prosthetics. He is also an actor, singer, sculptor, painter, mask and theatrical prop maker, puppet builder and puppeteer, and educator.
Mr. Krist’s work has been featured at Six Flags Great America’s "Fright Fest,"™ in theater, film and print media. Links to various sites featuring his special effects makeup and theatrical makeup can be found, below.
You can also check out Mr. Krist’s online portfolio to see examples of his special effects and theatrical makeup, theatrical props, theatrical masks and theatrical puppets.
In addition to special effects makeup, Mr. Krist also does bodypainting and face painting.
Mr. Krist is also active in his Church community, and is the Artistic Director for Glory Fingers Creative Ministry Team, at Kingswood United Methodist Church in Buffalo Grove, IL.
For many years, Mr. Krist has helped head the Makeup Department for Six Flags Great America's "Fright Fest"™ which is produced by JPM Productions, Inc. Check out the special effects makeup (click on “Creature Crew”) created for "Fright Fest"™ by Mr. Krist and his team.
Theatrical Makeup
Mr. Krist’s work has been featured in several theater productions including:
- "Cats" at the Marriott Theater in Lincolnshire
- "The King & I" with Music on Stage
- "Beauty and the Beast" for the Highland Park Players
Special Effects Makeup: Independent Films
Mr. Krist’s work has been featured in several independent films including:
- "The 5:22"
- "The Promise Keeper"
- "3:16"
- "A Man Transfixed"
- Some of Krist’s work has been cataloged on IMDb.
Mr. Krist's Resume
Mr. Krist Neumann, Makeup Artist and Actor
(847) 401-0328
email Mr. Krist
Education:
Complections International School of Makeup, Toronto, ON
- 6 month comprehensive program, class of January, 2002
- Ranked top in class
St. Olaf College, Northfield, MN
- B.A. Studio Art, Class of 2000
Internships:
- Hall-Train Studios Creature/Effects Shop, Toronto, ON. Spring 2002
- Redmoon Puppet Theatre Company, Chicago, IL. Spring 1999
Workshops:
- David Knezz "Enter the Mask" Workshop May 2006
- James Ryder Special Makeup Effects Workshop 2004
- Evan Penny Figure Sculpture extended workshop Spring 2002
Theater:
"The Pirates of Penzance" May 2007 (Actor)
"Thoroughly Modern Millie" Nov. 2006 (Makeup)
"Beauty and the Beast" Nov. 2005 (Makeup)
"Amahl and the Night Visitors" Dec. 2004 (Actor and Makeup)
“Fright Fest” at Six Flags Great America, with JPM Productions, Inc. 2003 - Present. (Makeup Director and occasional actor)
"The King & I" by Rogers and Hammerstein. 2003 (Actor and Makeup)
"Cats" by Andrew Lloyd Webber. 2003 (Makeup)
"The Beauty Queen of Leenane" by Martin McDonagh. 2001 (Makeup)
"Borders" by Nini Roll Anker. 2000 (Actor and Makeup)
"The Illusion" by Pierre Corneille, adapted by Tony Kushner. 1999 (Actor and Makeup)
"Dancing at Lughnasa" by Brian Friel. 1997 (Actor and Makeup)
In addition to makeup and acting skills, Mr. Krist is also skilled in prop-making, scenery and sewing.
All Wizard photos by Saverio Truglia, photographer.