Adam Walls is an Emmy Award winning Makeup Artist specializing in Special Effects Makeup, Beauty and Design.

With over two decades of experience in the film and television industry, Adam has worked across a wide range of production roles before dedicating his career to makeup artistry. His early passion for visual art and storytelling ultimately led him to Los Angeles, where his journey in the industry began. Starting out as a Production Assistant and later a Production Coordinator, Adam transitioned into the world of makeup effects through a position at a makeup effects lab. There, he began in the front office as Studio Coordinator—gaining firsthand experience with the business side of the craft, including budgeting, scheduling, and aligning artistic vision with production demands. In his free time, he immersed himself in the creative process, learning directly from the talented artists around him.

After years of observation, mentorship, and hands-on involvement, Adam combined his artistic foundation with his technical understanding of makeup effects to pursue a full-time on-set career as a Makeup Artist. His dedication and craft have earned him multiple award nominations and an Emmy win. Adam continues to find inspiration in each character transformation and values every opportunity to collaborate and grow alongside his peers in the makeup industry.

To explore his work, visit his portfolio for FX, Beauty, and Design. For a full list of credits, see the Credits page or view his IMDB Profile