Christopher Allen Nelson

Christopher Allen Nelson is a costume and make-up artist known for work in special effects and practical makeup. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Nelson began working in the industry after moving to Los Angeles at 15. Nelson has contributed to major productions, including Thor: The Dark World as a makeup artist and Magnolia, Evolution, and Dead Man as a special effects makeup artist. The craft involves creating and applying makeup effects to achieve specific visual or character-driven results, often requiring technical skill and collaboration with other departments.

Nelson’s filmography also includes Dominion: Prequel to The Exorcist and Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair, where Nelson appeared as Tommy Plympton. In Michael, Nelson served as a special effects makeup artist. The roles lis…