Sunday, 10 April 2016

Editorial 1 - Makeup and hair charts



Editorial 1 - Shoot inspiration

I am going to go with a pink or blue background as I want it to go with the colours in the makeup collection and be really vibrant, fun and summery. These are some images I have found that I really like with coloramas in similar colours to how I would like mine to look. I really like the palm leaf print in the background on one as it has a summery, tropical feel which I think could suit my editorial vibe quite well.

https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/256212666278264720/

https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/499055202429525468/

https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/334110866085847247/

https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/13440498860478300/

https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/294563631851889327/
 

Editorial 1 - Nars X Christopher Kane collection

My first editorial is going to be inspired by the Nars and Christopher Kane makeup collection collaboration from summer 2015 which featured bright, summery, colours such as orange, pink and lilac that come in various forms and finishes from powder blushers and eyeshadows, creamy formulas such as the illuminating multiple stick, lip glosses etc.


Here is an editorial image from the NARS X Christopher Kane collection:


References:
http://www.temptalia.com/nars-x-christopher-kane-collection-for-summer-2015

Editorial 1 - Face chart, hair chart



Friday, 25 March 2016

Assessment evaluation & Peer reviw

The timed assessment for me went better than I planned and expected it to which is always a big plus. I was really nervous about the eyeliner which is usually what I struggle with but managed to complete it better than I expected to. I really liked how the blue and pink accents on the eyes stood out really well on Giorgia as she has darker skin to mine and I had only tested the product out against my skin before the assessment. I enjoyed putting the outfit together to imitate Christopher Kanes clothing from the catwalk with a jacket I bought and some fabric from Fabric Land. I really liked the catwalk image I shot in the studio as well as I felt the lighting made it look like a proper backstage image.

I was really pleased with my model as she is very confident in front of the camera and I think she suits Christopher Kanes aesthetic a lot as she can pull off the edgy style whilst still looking like a professional model. Her skin was flawless and her face is very symmetrical which helped as my look was a perfect, illuminated base with a striking eye look. Although she turned up a little late for the assessment she had no makeup on, clean knot-free hair ready to begin straight away and was a dream to apply makeup on and style her hair.

I asked Giorgia to write a little review on her experience modelling for me and she wrote me this lovely note back for my blog!:
"It was a great experience working with Ruby Harrison for her Christopher Kane inspired shoot. She was very prepared and had all the right equipment to create the perfect look. Ruby took the time to get the right shade for my skin, which is difficult as i have quite a dark, yellowy skin tone and a lot of people i have modelled for have asked me to bring my own make-up! She made me feel very comfortable on arrival and was great at making conversation, her make-up kit was lovely and clean and she followed the correct hygiene procedure. I would definitely like to work with Ruby again she did an amazing job."

It is really nice to see such positive feedback, I am glad Giorgia enjoyed being my model as I would love for her to model for me again and I am glad she felt comfortable, clean and was happy with my professionalism.