MAX VAN DE BANKS | PROFESSIONAL MAKEUP DESIGNER | FILM & TELEVISION MAKEUP ARTIST

Welcome to the World of Max Van De Banks
Award-Winning Makeup Artist | Film • Television • Special Effects

Step behind the scenes and into the imagination of Max Van De Banks — a visionary makeup artist whose work transforms storytelling into spectacle. With a career spanning film, television, and high-impact special effects, Max is renowned for crafting characters that captivate, disturb, and inspire.

From haunting prosthetics to cinematic beauty, his artistry has earned accolades across the industry and brought unforgettable moments to life on screen. Whether you're seeking realism, fantasy, or something in between, Max’s signature style blends technical mastery with bold creative vision.

Explore his portfolio, discover the process, and see how makeup becomes magic.

ABOUT

Max Van De Banks is the creative force behind MaximumEffect and MaxLynn Creatives — two internationally recognized brands that push the boundaries of makeup artistry. With a portfolio that spans continents and genres, Max has earned industry acclaim for his transformative work in film, television, and special effects.

His award-winning designs range from hyper-realistic prosthetics to avant-garde beauty, each project infused with technical precision and bold imagination. Whether collaborating with global production teams or leading independent creative ventures, Max brings a signature style that captivates audiences and elevates storytelling.

Recommendations

Deborah Aston

BENEDICTION - Feature Film - Co-Producer at EMU Films Max knows his craft and is great to work with. He is engaging and personable.

Professional and works well with the team.

Guy Davies

Creative Director at Zebrafish Media. Max is a very skilled and professional makeup artist who I have had the pleasure to work with on several occasions and I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a makeup artist.

Rebecca Tranter

Head of Development / Producer / Principal Partner @ Hargenant Media Ltd. Hired Max several times over the years on different film projects. He is a total professional in his field and never flusters in difficult situations. Max is generous of his time and talent often bringing trainees to gain the vital experience that is needed in the industry. I totally suggest, if in need of a makeup artist for film look no further than Max Van De Banks of MaximumEffect

Good Practice

I have always strived in having a policy of good standards in hygiene and cross contra control in the makeup room or on set.

During the Covid lockdown period I undertook refresher courses on good practice and completed the Screen Skills corona virus basic awareness on production training, Barbicide Covid-19 Certification and Safe Set International Covid-19 Film and Video Production safe set certification.

I also use a portable UV sterilizer unit to supplement our kit sanitizer routine.

While in 2025 the threat of COVID has reduced we still continue to maintain high standards in on set hygiene.

This with PPE and industry guidelines will help make our working practices even safer.

Awards

Five Continents International Film Festival 2019 " Best SFX Design" for "Once upon a time on All Hallows' Eve"

Gold Remi Award 2017 " Special Makeup Effects Design " for the crime drama feature film "Offensive" Worldfest Houston International Film Festival USA, For design and application of special makeup effects

TMT News Entertainment Awards 2016 MAXIMUMEFFECT Winner of the Best TV and Film Makeup Artist - EUROPE - 2016

Best Makeup/Creature FX NOMINEE

Fangoria Chainsaw Awards Nominee for best creature effects in the feature film THE DEAD filmed in West Africa

Best Special Make-Up Effects in a Zombie Movie

Dead Letter Awards USA Winner of the best SFX makeup in the film THE DEAD