Christien Tinsley

Christien Tinsley is a prominent figure in the makeup and special effects industry, serving as the owner of Tinsley Transfers Inc. and Tinsley Studio, both based in Sun Valley, California. With over 20 years of experience, he has established himself as a leader in innovative makeup FX techniques, particularly in the motion picture sector.

Professional Background

• Owner at Tinsley Transfers Inc. (2000 - Present)
  • Specializes in temporary tattoos and tattoo clothing for various demographics.
• Owner at Tinsley Studio (2000 - Present)
  • Focuses on designing memorable characters and fabricating prosthetics, tattoo transfers, custom hair goods, animatronics, and specialty props for film and television.

Tinsley's expertise spans from the design phase to the conception of makeup effects, making him one of the top artists in his field.1