Available for Film & Television
"Sailing in the waves of the writer's mind — and bringing the director's imagination to a living, motion world."
A seasoned Makeup, Hair and Prosthetics Designer whose artistry has shaped some of South Africa's most celebrated productions. From prosthetics and period hairstyles to ageing and special effects — every transformation tells a deeper story.
Film & Television · Cape Town, South Africa
Evelyn Gambe
Makeup, Hair & Prosthetics Designer
30+ Years · Lifetime Achievement Award · SAFTA Nominee
Years · Lifetime Achievement Award · SAFTA Nominee
Specialisms ∞ Transformations
Specialist Services
What Evelyn Creates
Each service represents decades of mastery — from creating lifelike prosthetics to historically accurate period hairstyles. Click any service to explore the gallery of work.
Prosthetics
Creating realistic prosthetic pieces for film characters
Burns & Scars
Realistic wound and scar effects for dramatic scenes
Face Paintings
Artistic and cultural face painting for film characters
Dirty Make-Up
Authentic dirt, sweat, and grime effects for realism
Ageing
Transforming actors to different age groups convincingly
Braids & Plaits
Intricate braiding and plaiting for period and cultural styles
Wigs, Toupée & Wefts
Custom wig application and styling for film characters
Period Hairstyles
Historically accurate hairstyles for period productions
Beard & Moustaches
Realistic facial hair application and styling
Awards & Achievements
Lifetime Achievement Award
South African Film Industry
Recognised for over 30 years of exceptional contribution to South African film and television — makeup, hair, and prosthetics artistry at the highest level.
SAFTA Nomination
South African Film & Television Awards
Nominated for outstanding makeup and hair design across major South African productions, recognising technical excellence and creative mastery.
Industry Leadership
Career Recognition
Consistently recognised by directors and producers across the South African and international film industry for delivering excellence under pressure.
Mentorship Legacy
Industry Development
Actively contributing to the growth of the next generation of South African film makeup artists through mentorship and on-set guidance.
Previous Projects
Blood & Water
Period Makeup Designer
- ABC (USA)
Queen Of Katwe
Period Makeup Designer
- Disney (USA)
Of Kings & Prophets
Period Makeup Designer
- ABC (USA)
Escape Room
Period Makeup Designer
- Disney (USA)
Blood & Water
Lead Makeup Artist - Netflix South Africa
Jerusalema
Period Makeup Designer
- South Africa
Blood & Water
Blood & Water
Role
Lead Makeup Artist
Year
2020 – Present
Platform
Netflix South Africa
Overview
Lead Makeup Artist on one of South Africa's most successful Netflix originals. Evelyn created authentic, contemporary looks for a diverse cast of young characters in a high school setting — balancing naturalistic everyday makeup with dramatic continuity effects for emotional scenes.
Momentum
Momentum
Role
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Year
2015
Platform
Film (International)
Overview
Special Effects Makeup Artist on this internationally distributed action thriller. Evelyn was responsible for realistic injury, trauma, and continuity effects throughout the film's intense action sequences — creating wounds, bruising, and grime effects consistent across multiple shooting days.