Inside the Shop

Ben Bornstein

Ben Bornstein is a New York City based Special Make-Up FX artist working in the film and television business for almost 20 years. A Massachusetts native, Bornstein cut his teeth in Los Angeles, learning and working on numerous high profile projects before setting his sights back on the East Coast.

The state-of-the-art, 2,200 square foot studio is conveniently located a block from Broadway Stages and under two miles from Steiner and Silvercup Studios. Specializing in creature effects, trauma, surgical and character make-ups, Bornstein’s creations have been featured in over a hundred projects from major film productions to mainstream television series for FOX and HBO.

With an A-list roster of artists and technicians at his Greenpoint studio, Bornstein can manage, problem solve and execute your vision under fast deadlines in an increasingly demanding industry.