Ep 2. Cosmic Conspiracy

In Face Off season 6 episode 2, titled "Cosmic Conspiracy," the remaining artists are challenged to create alien creatures that could be featured in a sci-fi film. The episode begins with host McKenzie Westmore announcing that two contestants will be sent home at the end of the challenge instead of the usual one, increasing the pressure and stakes for the artists.

As the artists begin brainstorming their designs, they receive a surprise visit from visual effects artist Del Spier. Spier, who has worked on blockbuster films like Guardians of the Galaxy and Prometheus, offers the artists tips on how to create otherworldly creatures that look believable onscreen. He emphasizes the importance of attention to detail, often overlooked by novice artists, to create a cohesive and believable design.

The artists then have two days to sculpt, mold, and paint their creations. Many of the artists struggle with the challenge, particularly with creating the intricate and detailed prosthetics needed to transform their models into convincing aliens. They must also incorporate the theme of a cosmic conspiracy into their designs, further added difficulty to the challenge.

On the second day of the challenge, the artists receive another surprise guest: legendary creature designer Neville Page. Page has also created memorable creatures featured in films like Avatar and Star Trek, and he advises the artists on how to further refine their designs. His feedback is especially crucial to several artists who are struggling with their concepts.

As the clock ticks down, the artists rush to complete their designs in time for the final reveal. Judges Ve Neill, Glenn Hetrick, and Neville Page evaluate the artworks based on their creativity, functionality, and incorporation of the cosmic conspiracy theme. The judges are harsh with their criticisms, highlighting flaws in even the most successful designs.

In the end, two artists are eliminated from the competition, and the remaining contestants must then prepare for their next challenge.

Overall, "Cosmic Conspiracy" is an engaging and challenging episode of Face Off that highlights the intricacies of creature design and the importance of attention to detail. The surprise visits from Del Spier and Neville Page add an extra layer of excitement and pressure to the challenge, and the increased stakes raise the intensity of the competition. Fans of science fiction and creature design will find plenty to enjoy in this episode.