Juda Escalante
- Art Department
- Costume and Wardrobe Department
With over two decades of experience in the costume and prop industries, Juda has built an impressive career contributing to some of the most iconic productions in film, television, and live entertainment.
Juda began his journey working on walk-around character costumes for world-renowned theme parks and franchises, including Disneyland, Disneyworld, Disney on Ice, Universal Studios, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, and even NFL/MLB mascots. His early work involved tasks such as gluing, sanding, and painting furs, as well as finishing and painting character heads. He later transitioned into the prop industry as a proud Local 44 IATSE member, where he specialized in painting and finishing props, including weapons, vehicles, and set pieces. Juda's contributions have been featured in an extensive list of critically acclaimed and fan-favorite productions.
Juda's unparalleled skill set, spanning costume manufacturing to detailed prop painting, has made him a sought-after artist in the entertainment industry. His passion for his craft continues to shine as he contributes to projects that captivate audiences around the world.
Juda is an Emmy Award-winning team painter recognized for his outstanding work on Ahsoka and a key contributor to the costume department for The Mandalorian Season 3. As a proud member of Local 705 IATSE, Juda works as a Specialty Costume Manufacturer, crafting intricate costume elements that bring iconic characters to life. His expertise spans a wide range of techniques. From hard goods for costumes to surface finishes, Juda's work showcases his mastery over various materials, including polyurethane, acrylics, and automotive paints.
Juda's passion for painting began during his childhood years and has evolved into a remarkable career, allowing him to contribute to some of the most beloved productions in the entertainment industry. For Juda, the opportunity to paint and craft for shows watched by millions has been an incredible and fulfilling journey.
Juda began his journey working on walk-around character costumes for world-renowned theme parks and franchises, including Disneyland, Disneyworld, Disney on Ice, Universal Studios, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, and even NFL/MLB mascots. His early work involved tasks such as gluing, sanding, and painting furs, as well as finishing and painting character heads. He later transitioned into the prop industry as a proud Local 44 IATSE member, where he specialized in painting and finishing props, including weapons, vehicles, and set pieces. Juda's contributions have been featured in an extensive list of critically acclaimed and fan-favorite productions.
Juda's unparalleled skill set, spanning costume manufacturing to detailed prop painting, has made him a sought-after artist in the entertainment industry. His passion for his craft continues to shine as he contributes to projects that captivate audiences around the world.
Juda is an Emmy Award-winning team painter recognized for his outstanding work on Ahsoka and a key contributor to the costume department for The Mandalorian Season 3. As a proud member of Local 705 IATSE, Juda works as a Specialty Costume Manufacturer, crafting intricate costume elements that bring iconic characters to life. His expertise spans a wide range of techniques. From hard goods for costumes to surface finishes, Juda's work showcases his mastery over various materials, including polyurethane, acrylics, and automotive paints.
Juda's passion for painting began during his childhood years and has evolved into a remarkable career, allowing him to contribute to some of the most beloved productions in the entertainment industry. For Juda, the opportunity to paint and craft for shows watched by millions has been an incredible and fulfilling journey.
