FACEHEAD.CO
FACEHEAD.CO is a premier design STUDIO specialising in animatronics and special creature effects for film, television, and fine ART production.
STUDIO
This purpose – built studio offers a comprehensive in-house digital pipeline for mechanical effects, encompassing sculpture, interactive electronics, animatronic performance systems, and rapid prototyping.
FACEHEAD.CO is equipped with advanced capabilities, including large – format 3 – axis CNC machining, DLP and FDM 3D PRINTING,
3D modeling, and traditional clay sculpting.
With over 20 years of global experience, Joshua Head has established
FACEHEAD.CO in a state – of – the – art,
400 square meter facility in northern
NSW, AUSTRALIA.
PORTFOLIO
Cu Li Never Cries
2024
Animatronics Designer
Talk to Me
2022
Animatronics Designer
Blaze
2022
Animatronics Designer
2022
Animatronics Designer
Pieces of Her
2022
Props Designer
Thor: Love and Thunder
2022
Props Designer
2020
Suit Costume department
Penguin Bloom
2020
Animatronics Designer
Iron Sky: The Coming Race
2019
Prosthetics Sculptor
Pirates of the Caribbean: Salazar's Revenge
2017
Prosthetics Sculptor Mould Maker
Anklepants: Just One of the Guys
2016
Prosthetics Sculptor Mould Maker Director Writer Actor
Stung
2015
Animatronics Designer
Schoßgebete
2014
Prosthetics Sculptor
Rosa Roth
2013
Prosthetics Sculptor
Werewolf: The Beast Among Us
2012
Animatronics Designer Supervisor
Storage 24
2012
Prosthetics Designer
Prometheus
2012
Special effects
Where the Wild Things Are
2009
Special effects Technician Creature department
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
2009
Prosthetics Technician
Australia
2008
Prosthetics Technician
Rogue
2007
Mould Maker Foam Latex Technician
H2O: Just Add Water
2006
Prosthetics Technician
The Marine
2006
Prosthetics Technician
The Host
2006
Special effects Technician
See No Evil
2006
Prosthetics Technician
Aquamarine
2005
Prosthetics Technician
Hercules
2005
Prosthetics Technician
Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith
2005
Prosthetics technician
Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars
2004
Prosthetics technician
2022 Props Designer
2016 Prosthetics Sculptor Mould Maker Director Writer Actor
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2012 Animatronics Designer Supervisor
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Specialising in ROBOTICS and film ANIMATRONICS, FACEHEAD.CO stands out as one of the few studios offering a fully integrated in – house digital pipeline for the creation and programming of robotic creatures and artworks.
Our comprehensive approach encompasses every stage of production, from digital sculpting and 3D SCANNING to CAD design and digital mould making. We seamlessly transition from virtual designs to physical creation.
This extends to custom performance system coding, where we develop and implement bespoke control systems tailored to meet the specific needs of each project. By integrating design, engineering, and programming within our studio, FACEHEAD.CO ensures a cohesive workflow that enhances efficiency and innovation, delivering exceptional results in robotic and animatronic production.
ANIMATRONICS
SCULPTURE
FACEHEAD.CO specialises in creating dynamic, hyper – realistic moving sculptures, with a focus on lifelike human textures, forms, and realistic depictions of animals and creatures. Our expertise extends to producing prosthetic – grade skins, joints, and facial expressions with exceptional accuracy.
Utilising our advanced digital pipeline, including ZBrush and high – resolution resin printing, we craft extended hyper – realistic pieces designed for both camera work and museum exhibitions. Our proficiency with archival materials and fine art enables us to produce contemporary creations that not only endure over time but also captivate audiences both on – screen and in physical spaces.
While our digital pipeline offers significant advantages in design flexibility and efficiency for sculpture and mould making, FACEHEAD.CO remains well – versed in traditional techniques. With over a decade of experience in prosthetic makeup production and more than 20 years of practical expertise in sculpting and mould making and art finishing for film and fine art, we seamlessly integrate classic methods with modern technology. This allows us to deliver projects that are both innovative and rooted in time –tested craftsmanship, ensuring superior quality and artistic excellence in every endeavour.
At FACEHEAD.CO, CAD serves as the backbone of our advanced digital pipeline, underpinning our ability to deliver exceptional results in both practical and VFX – heavy productions. We leverage a suite of cutting – edge tools to ensure a seamless integration between physical elements and digital effects.
Our process includes RHINO 3D and Grasshopper for precise 3D modelling and parametric design, ZBRUSH for detailed sculpting, and various hard surface modelling software for complex geometries. Additionally, we utilise PCB DESIGN tools for custom electronics and specialised coding environments to develop and implement sophisticated control systems.
This comprehensive toolkit allows us to bridge the gap between practical and digital effects, enabling us to create highly accurate digital representations that translate flawlessly into physical elements and vice versa. By integrating these diverse technologies, FACEHEAD.CO ensures that every project benefits from a harmonious blend of practical craftsmanship and advanced visual effects, resulting in innovative and high-quality outcomes.
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3D PRINTING
FACEHEAD.CO offers over a decade of specialised experience in both FDM and DLP 3D printing technologies.
Our expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of applications, from high – temperature and high – strength engineering materials to intricate sculptural multi material elements with flexible components. We utilise FDM for robust, high –performance parts that withstand demanding conditions, while DLP enables us to achieve exceptional detail and precision in our prints, both FDM and DLP technologies are available in-house in medium to large format.
Our team is adept at providing comprehensive design solutions tailored to the unique requirements of any project.
Whether it's creating durable engineering prototypes, detailed artistic sculptures, or versatile flexible parts, we combine advanced technology with our extensive knowledge to deliver exceptional results.
