So why do I love the Maybelline ad, from my last post, so much? Apart from the fact that it features an all time fave, in Ms Turlington, it's the Red Lips that appeal. Having grown up with 80's red lipped icons like Human League and Jerry Hall, I got hooked young.
So after having endured what can only be described as a lipstick drought over the last decade, it is so cool to see a return to deep colour. Just this morning on the Bus to work a gorgeous young girl, very early twenties, got on wearing a deep blood red lip. It was a surprise, a very refreshing one. The trend is hitting the streets.
maybe I should be thanking Grazia. Their latest edition features a pictorial titled, A Vintage Season Page 62. Needless to say Red Lips abound. I'm flipping through it as I write this, and the sun has made a rare appearance through the window. The future is looking bright.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
maybelline
If Maybelline made make up as well as they make commercials the world would be a brighter place.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Monday, July 26, 2010
So what can you expect from yet another blog on make up? Sure I'm gonna talk about the latest looks as I see them. More than that though, I want to give you a window into the world of make up from my unique viewpoint.
In order to do this I am going to call on a stream of industry insiders to help this outsider to come to grips with just what it takes to succeed as an MUA in this town/world. So watch this space for all the tips and tricks and plenty of colour filled adventure!
First stop is one Artist I have admired from afar for some time. This is as much because of her own stunning looks as those she applies to her clients. I'm talking about the super gorgeous Rae Morris. I haven't asked her yet but that's the spirit of this blog, put it out there and take a risk.
Rae's got a new book out in October , Express Make Up, and I can't wait. I know you'll agree her last lived up to it's name, the Ultimate Guide. This new book looks the goods judging by the very hot cover, hopefully Rae might even give a hint of what's inside.
Now I just need to formulate my strategy to get Rae onboard. But first I need to decide what to watch tonight at 7.30pm, Top Gear with my son or Australia's Next Top Model with my daughter. Thank god for IQ!!
In order to do this I am going to call on a stream of industry insiders to help this outsider to come to grips with just what it takes to succeed as an MUA in this town/world. So watch this space for all the tips and tricks and plenty of colour filled adventure!
First stop is one Artist I have admired from afar for some time. This is as much because of her own stunning looks as those she applies to her clients. I'm talking about the super gorgeous Rae Morris. I haven't asked her yet but that's the spirit of this blog, put it out there and take a risk.
Rae's got a new book out in October , Express Make Up, and I can't wait. I know you'll agree her last lived up to it's name, the Ultimate Guide. This new book looks the goods judging by the very hot cover, hopefully Rae might even give a hint of what's inside.
Now I just need to formulate my strategy to get Rae onboard. But first I need to decide what to watch tonight at 7.30pm, Top Gear with my son or Australia's Next Top Model with my daughter. Thank god for IQ!!
Sunday, July 25, 2010
I’ve wanted to be a Make Up Artist for as long as I can remember. I’m 42 and I’m not a Make Up Artist. Sure I’ve done courses, started to put some shots together and amass a good Kit, but I’m not a Make Up Artist.
There are a lot of people just like me. Like me in the sense that they are taking steps toward working as an MUA. However the vast majority are very different from me ie young, and either female or gay.
The female factor I’m not so worried about. It makes being served at a cosmetics counter a little painful as I’m often not looked at as a serious sale and therefore given little attention. However there are so many great MUA’s out there who are men that it’s not really a big deal.
The gay factor isn’t such a big deal either. I don’t care that people initially assume I am gay just because I’m working with make up. I am thankful that gay men have established such a strong male presence in the industry.
The age factor may be another story. It’s not so much that people think I’m too old to be an MUA. As has been proven, it is a job that can be done your whole working life, if you keep up with fashion. The fact that almost half of my working life has passed without any involvement with make up, however, is a concern to me.
Anyone who has thought they would like to be an MUA and gone out to make it happen will know that you don’t just get a Diploma and then a full time job as an MUA. You could count on your two hands the number of people that are that lucky. Even then they would tell you it didn’t happen overnight.
An aspiring MUA needs to go through lean times, just like anyone working in the arts, with the knowledge that making it to the top, or simply making it at all as a career, is reserved for the few.
Having a young family, a mortgage and two ravenous dogs makes going through years of artistic poverty not an option. I’m not shying away from paying my dues. I have done many a freebie for photographers both starting out and established. What I do wish to avoid is doing that sort of ‘work’ any longer. It is a great way to gain experience, but not a great portfolio.
So that is why this blog is so important to me. I see it as my way to, literally and figuratively, make up for lost time. I am putting the call out there to the worlds of fashion, beauty, editorial, theatre and T.V. to allow me to immerse myself in the amazing world of make up. I want to dive in over my head and access all areas. It’s way past time and I plan to report back to all who are interested in make up in all it’s incarnations and hopefully share some wonderful experiences.
There are a lot of people just like me. Like me in the sense that they are taking steps toward working as an MUA. However the vast majority are very different from me ie young, and either female or gay.
The female factor I’m not so worried about. It makes being served at a cosmetics counter a little painful as I’m often not looked at as a serious sale and therefore given little attention. However there are so many great MUA’s out there who are men that it’s not really a big deal.
The gay factor isn’t such a big deal either. I don’t care that people initially assume I am gay just because I’m working with make up. I am thankful that gay men have established such a strong male presence in the industry.
The age factor may be another story. It’s not so much that people think I’m too old to be an MUA. As has been proven, it is a job that can be done your whole working life, if you keep up with fashion. The fact that almost half of my working life has passed without any involvement with make up, however, is a concern to me.
Anyone who has thought they would like to be an MUA and gone out to make it happen will know that you don’t just get a Diploma and then a full time job as an MUA. You could count on your two hands the number of people that are that lucky. Even then they would tell you it didn’t happen overnight.
An aspiring MUA needs to go through lean times, just like anyone working in the arts, with the knowledge that making it to the top, or simply making it at all as a career, is reserved for the few.
Having a young family, a mortgage and two ravenous dogs makes going through years of artistic poverty not an option. I’m not shying away from paying my dues. I have done many a freebie for photographers both starting out and established. What I do wish to avoid is doing that sort of ‘work’ any longer. It is a great way to gain experience, but not a great portfolio.
So that is why this blog is so important to me. I see it as my way to, literally and figuratively, make up for lost time. I am putting the call out there to the worlds of fashion, beauty, editorial, theatre and T.V. to allow me to immerse myself in the amazing world of make up. I want to dive in over my head and access all areas. It’s way past time and I plan to report back to all who are interested in make up in all it’s incarnations and hopefully share some wonderful experiences.
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