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ABOUT TAYLOR

Hi! My name is Taylor, and I am a professional makeup artist based in Vancouver, BC. I have always been passionate about drawing, painting, poetry, and creative makeup effects. I have experience in film, makeup education, photoshoots, event makeups, and Halloween haunts, specializing in SFX and prosthetics makeup.

 

In 2021, I graduated with Honors from JCI Institute, earning my Diploma in Makeup Artistry. After gaining experience in the world of movie makeup, I pursued my passion for educating at Kosmetae Academy, where I instructed their Advanced Makeup & Special Effects program. I eventually returned to my alma mater, JCI, in 2024, where I currently work as a makeup instructor while continuing to actively work in the film industry.  I also sell handmade prosthetics in my makeup studio. Additionally, I hold the seasonal position of Head Makeup Artist at my local haunted house, Cougar Creek's House of Horrors, where I create exciting and horrifying characters while leading my team of artists. ​​​​

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In 2024, I earned a Leo Award for Best Makeup in a Motion Picture for my work on "Zoe.mp4" (2023). I am also a permittee for the film union ACFC West and for IATSE 212. My Notable film work includes "Pumpkinhead 2" (2026) starring Cassandra Peterson, "Human Nature" and "Eat, My Love" (2026) featuring Hudson Williams, and "The Friendship Game" (2022) starring Peyton List. 

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FILM CREDITS

To see all credits, visit

IMDb Taylor Zemlak

BEHIND THE SCENES

Education & Qualifications

June 2025 – Present

October 2022 – Present

November 2024 ​

November 2023

December 2021

December 2021

July 2021

April 2021

February 2021

IATSE 212 Permittee 

ACFC West Local 2020 Permittee

Motion Picture Safety Awareness Certificate

Tray Lai’s Bondo Transfer Workshop

WHMIS Certificate

Motion Picture Industry Orientation Certificate

Makeup Artistry Diploma (Honours) from JCI Institute

Tray Lai’s Dental Prosthetics Workshop

Barbicide Certificate 

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