Melinda Ozel’s Post

If you’re serious about behavior, body language, and communication, there are a few people worth following—and Melinda Ozel is at the top of the list. Melinda is a true specialist in facial expressions, FACS (Facial Action Coding System), and facial anatomy. Her journey began in academia, moved into tech, and now thrives at the intersection of art, science, and technology. She applies her expertise to industries like film, gaming, and tech, and works on projects ranging from emoji design to AR/VR face tracking, AAA game characters, photoreal animals, AI, and even deepfake technologies. If you’re into the face, you’re in the right place. No one—truly NO ONE—is as dedicated as Melinda to understanding and personally testing and recording how emotion shows up on the face. She takes the risks that only top performers in their fields ever do, which is why she’s in a category of her own. And here’s the good news: she’s hosting a cram lecture soon. Most attendees will be artists, but there’s room for behavior enthusiasts too—especially those looking to deepen their knowledge of FACS and facial movement. If you're a lover of facial behavior and want to sharpen your recognition and understanding, don’t miss this session.