Forensic Art Workshop: Facial Approximation from Skeletal Remains
What Does a Skull Tell You?
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You hear “gone without a trace” but what happens when you find a trace? Some skeletal remains, or bones? Can they be identified? Whether the case involves age progression for a missing child or identifying an unknown victim from their remains, this engaging workshop led by Joe Mullins, a forensic artist with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, will explore how this work can transform skeletal remains into recognizable human faces.
Participants will be hands on to learn how the skull reveals vital clues about age, ancestry, sex, facial structure, and unique anatomical features. Through a blend of science and art, the session demonstrates the methods used in forensic facial approximation to assist investigations and identify unknown individuals. Attendees will gain insight into craniofacial anatomy, tissue depth markers, and reconstruction techniques while discovering how careful observation and artistic interpretation bring the face back to life.
