The Argamasilla de Alba City Council organized a round table with Jesús García Ruiz, a local makeup artist and characterist, in an event where his ingenuity, dedication and love for his profession and his people stood out.
In an event organized by the Department of Culture, Jesús García Ruiz revealed the ins and outs of his career as a makeup artist and creator of special effects, during an event held at the Casa de Medrano
In an act of pride and gratitude, the Department of Culture of the Argamasilla de Alba City Council organized this Saturday, April 12 at the Casa de Medrano the round table “Slow Motion Meeting” with Jesús García Ruiz, makeup artist and characterist of the town and winner of three Goya Awards, with the participation of journalist Óscar Lara as interviewer and moderator. The roundtable provided a fascinating insight into the life and career of Jesús García, revealing his ingenuity, dedication and love for his craft and for Argamasilla de Alba.
The mayor, Sonia González, praised Jesús, highlighting him as a worthy representative of Argamasilla de Alba. He highlighted his humility and his deep love for his roots. In addition, she expressed his pride in the successes achieved and how he has managed to project the name of his town both nationally and internationally. As a token of gratitude and remembrance, the mayor presented him with a statuette of Cervantes, similar to the one that presides over the Alonso Quijano square, the work of local sculptor Cayetano Hilario, in recognition of his valuable contribution to the town and his outstanding artistic career. .
The Councilor for Culture, María José Díaz, was in charge of presenting the event and the participants. During her intervention, Díaz described Jesús Ruiz as a “Don Quixote of the twenty-first century.” The councilor praised his career, his pride in his land, Argamasilla de Alba, and his professional achievements in the film industry. “A dreamer is one who can only find his way by the light of the moon, and his punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world,” Díaz quoted Oscar Wilde to describe García Ruiz and all the young people who fight to achieve your dreams.
During the “Slow Motion Meeting”, Óscar Lara expressed his gratitude to the Argamasilla de Alba City Council for the opportunity to participate in the event. Lara highlighted the importance of cinema as a way to enjoy, dream and imagine, and highlighted the fundamental role of García Ruiz in the film industry, especially what is to come. For his part, García Ruiz shared his feelings of gratitude and overwhelming for the support received and emphasized the importance of sharing his work with his neighbors.
Lara delved into García Ruiz’s childhood in Argamasilla de Alba, highlighting his love for art and his connection with his place of origin. García Ruiz reflected on his passion for cinema and recalled how an experience watching the movie “Red” inspired him to pursue a career in the makeup and special effects industry. The conversation, after an introduction about Jesús and Argamasilla de Alba, turned to García Ruiz’s first steps in the world of cinema, where he highlighted the importance of making oneself indispensable at work and creating a personal brand in a competitive world.
Jesús García, shared his perspectives on the distinction between makeup and special effects. He began his career being perceived primarily as a makeup artist, but emphasized that his true specialization lay in special effects. He explained that this work involves a workshop phase prior to production, where prostheses are created and meticulous details are modeled that must be made some time before the start of filming, where they will only be adapted to the actors.
On the other hand, makeup requires not only a constant presence during filming, but also before and after, which implies long days of work on the set, where the makeup team must be available for constant adjustments and touch-ups. Regarding the latter, he recalled his experience in films like “While the War Lasts,” where his contribution was fundamental to recreate historical figures in an authentic way.
The conversation also included details about projects such as “The Laws of the Border” and “La Piedad,” where García played a key role in creating striking special effects, such as the simulation of a brain operation and the visual representation of abstract concepts in the screen.
At the meeting, he also shared his experience in creating realistic effects, from deep wounds to shocking amputations. He meticulously explained the prosthetic modeling and application process, highlighting teamwork and attention to detail as key elements of success.
Among the most surprising revelations was the story of how effects such as realistic amputations and believable crushes were achieved, as well as the meticulous preparation required to face unforeseen situations during filming, such as touching up makeup in the middle of the sea, which he was later able to do on a beach.
In addition, topics such as creating realistic animals, using different types of artificial blood, and collaborating with other departments to create striking visual effects were covered.
The conversation culminated with an analysis of the work in the film ‘The Snow Society’, directed by Juan Antonio Bayona, where García participated in the recreation of a real tragedy that occurred in the Andes in 1972. This film was awarded numerous Goya Awards , including Best Makeup and Hairstyling, and in 2024 she was nominated for an Oscar in the same category.
Jesús García highlighted the emotional and physical challenges he faced during filming in Sierra Nevada and the meticulous preparation and realism sought in the characterization of the characters, highlighting the documentation work and attention to detail in each aspect. of makeup.
The meeting between Jesús García and Oscar Lara provided a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the world of film makeup, revealing the ingenuity and dedication required to create stunning special effects on the big screen.
Finally, Jesús revealed his favorite film, “Dracula, by Bram Stoker,” highlighting his admiration for its technical excellence. He also shared his professional aspirations, highlighting his admiration for director Guillermo del Toro and his desire to work with actress Miren Ibarguren, a wish already fulfilled, whom he considers a reference.
In his speech he expressed his preference for job opportunities, “which is what I eat,” over awards. He discarded the idea of writing scripts due to the complexity of the process and stated that he did not see himself acting in films, choosing instead to focus on his profession, and enjoy what is his lifelong passion: dancing.
Jesús’ emotional connection with his hometown, Argamasilla de Alba, was a recurring theme during the interview. He expressed his gratitude for the support and affection of his neighbors. For him, returning home is an opportunity to recharge and feel valued.
His parents, who have played a crucial role in the successes he is achieving, were notably present in his words during the interview, both explicitly and implicitly, as were his neighbors, whom he used to entertain with dances when he was little and whom he later requested chicken feathers for a project in the workshop. Likewise, he recalled the questions he asks his friends in the health sector, for example, about how blood is drawn. Additionally, he shared how he created the molds of the hands of Francisca Serrano Caravaca, a 104-year-old woman, for a film.
The interview concluded with reflections on the nature of work in the film industry, highlighting the importance of experience and the ability to adapt to the demands of the job. Both speakers shared their mutual admiration and enthusiasm for the future of cinema and the visual arts. “Cinema is a way of dreaming and imagining,” concluded Lara, while García Ruiz emphasized the importance of maintaining enthusiasm and passion at work.
2024-04-13 18:24:53
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