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Experts in special effects makeup in Toronto
The Masque Atelier, where artistry, creativity, and transformation come together to create truly spectacular works of beauty and special effects. Founded by passionate makeup artist Aradhana Ghai, our studio is a space where innovation thrives, and boundaries are pushed in the world of makeup artistry. Whether you're looking for flawless beauty makeup, jaw-dropping special effects, or intricate prosthetics, we provide a unique and empowering experience that allows you to explore the full spectrum of your creative potential.
Aradhana Ghai
Founder, The Masque Atelier
The Visionary Behind The Masque Atelier
The story of The Masque Atelier began not in a studio, but in a childhood moment of awe. At just two years old, Aradhana watched her grandmother transform a single red lipstick into something magical. That early spark ignited a lifelong passion for makeup as a tool of expression and storytelling.
Inspired by the visual worlds of fantasy and film, Aradhana pursued her craft at Vancouver Film School, where she trained under leading industry professionals including Oscar-winner Mark Coulier.
As her career evolved, she noticed a gap in the market—a need for a space where bold, boundary-pushing artistry could thrive. While traditional studios focused on beauty, few embraced transformation in all its forms. The Masque Atelier was born from that vision. Today, it serves film, theatre, drag, events, and beyond with fearless, expert-driven creative work.
Heart of The Masque Atelier
Our Mission
We exist to transform imagination into reality. From beauty to body paint, SFX to drag, our mission is to create a space where bold ideas thrive, technical mastery matters, and every face becomes a fearless canvas for artistic self-expression and storytelling.
At The Masque Atelier, creativity isn’t limited—it’s unleashed. We specialize in the extraordinary, the eerie, the bold, and the beautiful. Whether you need blood-splattered realism or drag perfection, we deliver makeup that shocks, stuns, seduces, and steals the scene.
Our team is a collective of film-trained, industry-tested artists who bring precision, passion, and fearless creativity to every project. From hyper-realistic prosthetics to bold beauty statements, we sculpt characters, moods, and moments. Every artist here is a specialist—committed to craft, driven by detail, and united by unstoppable creative force.
Industry-Trained Professional Artists
Collaborative Creative Culture
Experience Across All Formats
Detail-Driven Execution Always
The Masque Atelier - Pick of Professionals
What Sets Us Apart
At The Masque Atelier, creativity isn’t limited—it’s unleashed. We specialize in the extraordinary, the eerie, the bold, and the beautiful. Whether you need blood-splattered realism or drag perfection, we deliver makeup that shocks, stuns, seduces, and steals the scene.
Art Meets Precision
Every stroke, sculpt, and blend is crafted with deep technical skill and a fearless love for transformation.
Beyond Beauty Norms
From gore to glam, we specialize in concepts that challenge the conventional and celebrate bold expression.
Made for Spotlight
Our work holds under stage lights, camera lenses, and critical eyes—perfect for film, theatre, drag, and events.
Nothing Off Limits
Whether surreal, cinematic, or theatrical, we shape makeup and prosthetics that honor your most daring concepts.
The Masque Atelier Pledge
Our Promise
Our promise is simple—your vision, flawlessly realized. From gore to glamour, every creation is driven by purpose, precision, and pure artistry. We don’t just apply makeup. We sculpt experiences that resonate, inspire, and transform across every stage, screen, and story.
Our Team
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James Brandon
Founder
Kelly Anderson
Tattoo Artist
Edward Collin
Expert Tattoo Artist
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And Let’s Make Magic Happen!!
Discuss your vision with our expert artists and plan every detail before your next shoot, event, stage, or spotlight.