Face charts...

Face charts...

 

 

 

 

 

Monochromatic colours.

 

 

 

 

 

Analogous colours.

 

Complimentary colours.

 

Neutral colours.

 

 

 

 

complimentary coloured face chart... 

 

 

Applying both colours was more difficult than first thought. After applying my foundation base I began by first highlighting the face with yellow focusing on the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin. I think the complimentary colours yellow and purple worked really well together however when taking pictures of model's final look the yellow was much stronger  and brighter than the purple. I contoured the face with the darker purple shade but found it quiet difficult when it came to blending both the colours together as they are very different shades. I think the look could have been more successful if I had added more purple to the face, making it contrast better with the yellow base and helping define her features further.

 

 

 

 

Monochromatic face chart...

This interpretation of my monochromatic face chart is a much more subtle version than what I originally planned as my models skin was quite pale making it difficult to apply a lot of heavy shades of pink without making her look clown like! My original face chart design includes a large variety of different shades of pinks that I would have loved to include on my model's actual face but I still think with only a little pink used to define certain features the overall look can still be powerful and bold.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Contemporary Elizabethan inspiration...

Contemporary Elizabethan...

 

 

 

Russian Vogue , (2012), Unknown [ONLINE]. Available at: http://artschoolglasses.tumblr.com/post/24544974919/i-love-how-elizabethan-this-is [Accessed 29 October 13].

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edward Bond ‘The Third Crisis: Drama and Civilization ’

“The first Elizabethan age ended with the discovery of brave new worlds (and incidentally the joining up of the United Kingdom). We are certainly on the edge of vast new unprecedented worlds, cosmic changes in culture, economy and society (and ironically the possible dissolution of the United Kingdom). But are our new worlds brave, cowardly, explorative or degenerative? It could be said the old Elizabethans plundered the new worlds. Perhaps now we can only plunder ourselves and call it trade."

 

 

After the first Elizabethan age ended our new worlds definitely kept and incorporated elements of that age. Elizabethan accessories such as the commonly seen collar is always being reinvented and updated to suit modern fashion. For example Lady Gaga...

 

 

Gagadaily.com/fashion, (2009), Unknown [ONLINE]. Available at: http://fashioncollars.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/lg-elizabethan-collar-gaga-queen.jpg [Accessed 29 October 13].

 

Hair and Make-up has also been very influential from the Elizabethan Era, wigs are commonly used in many photo-shoot's and fashion shows. A lot of the more extravagant make-up and hair is seen a lot in music performances when celebrity's are styled much more theatrically with big Elizabethan styled hair.  

 

 

http://www.fashionmodeldirectory.com/, (2013), Barbara Palvin [ONLINE]. Available at: http://www.fashionmodeldirectory.com/models/barbara_palvin/showphoto/320030/ [Accessed 29 October 13].

From first glance hair and make-up such as this would be considered contemporary however I think this image includes Elizabethan connotations. The high, curled hair can be considered quiet traditional especially with the added earrings which add a historic, classic feel.

 

 

 MAJO FRUITHOF, (2013), Unknown [ONLINE]. Available at: http://shishangquan.com/content/majo-fruithof-%E7%8F%A0%E5%AE%9D%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97 [Accessed 29 October 13].

 

I think this image could also be considered time-honoured. The dark, out Standish eye make-up would not have been used in the Elizabethan Era however the very pale overall skin colour and complexion is a well known Elizabethan trait commonly seen used in industry today. The pairing of both the dark eyes and pale complexion is a contemporary version of an Elizabethan look.   

 

 



Applying egg white...

Applying egg white...

 

 

 

 

 

I covered my model with a gown then began by applying a base application of foundation to the face so the layer of egg white had something to sit upon. This also allowed the skin complexion to look better and more even. We used Reeves white Tempera powder paint mixed with egg white to create a thick paste ,After the application of the egg white the skin tightened, lifting the face. This would be a great technique to use on my final look as the white colouring represents the Elizabethan Era well being one of the most recognised trends of that Era. The soft, glazed overall look would also be very beneficial if used as a base coat as the women of that Era were always aiming to have perfected white skin.

 

 

 

 

 

Colour contouring and colour wheels...

 

Colour Contouring... 

 

Lara's demo final look... 

 

 

My attempt...

 

 

Nicole's attempt on me...

 

 

 

 

 

I had barely any time to really attempt the contour look demonstrated by Lara. I used coloured paints rather than powders which were much more difficult to blend into the skin. I chose to use pink and green two complimentary colours seen on the colour wheel.

 

Primary colours...

Red, Blue, Yellow

 

Secondary colours...

Orange, Green, Purple

 

Analogous-

Colours that are seen to be side by side on the colour wheel.

 

Complimentary colours...

These are the colours that are specifically known to match certain colours, such as yellow and gold and known to compliment blue eyes.

 

• Triad - any three colours which are equidistant on the colour wheel.

Tetrad - any four colours which are equidistant on the colour wheel.

 

 

Applying white pencil as a base before applying a bright coloured eye shadow enables the colour to look brighter and make a bigger impact/statement.

 

Recommended concealers and correctors- Bobby brown and pam.

 

Contagious infectious diseases...

Contagious infectious diseases.

Contagious bacterial skin diseases:

Prevent treatment.

• Impetigo- Highly contagious bacterial skin infection.

• Folliculitis is the infection and inflammation of one or more hair follicles. 

Non-contagious bacterial skin disorders:

Prevent/restrict treatment if infected.

• Acne vulgaris is a common human skin disease, characterized by areas of skin with scaly red skin.

• Rosacea is a chronic condition characterized by facial redness and sometimes pimples.

• A boil is an infection of the hair follicle.

Contagious viral skin disease:

Avoid area or use disposable applicators and follow strict hygiene precautions.

• Cold sore are small blisters that usually develop on the lips or around the mouth. They are caused by the herpes simplex virus.

• A wart is a small, rough growth. A solid blister.

Contagious eye disorder:
 
• Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the conjunctiva.
Prevent treatment.

 

 

Non-contagious eye disorders:

Avoid area; use separate applicators on each eye. 

• A stye is an infection of the sebaceous at the base of the eyelashes.

• Insect infestations
  Prevent treatment
  
  
• Lice are tiny insects that live in human hair.

• Scabies is a contagious skin condition caused by tiny mites which burrow into the skin.

Any long-term congenital skin disorder:
Avoid area if severe and infected. Medical approval preferred.

• Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, flaky, crusty patches of skin covered with silvery scales.



• Eczema is a form of chronic inflammation of the skin.

• Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin that occurs when you come into contact with a particular substance.

Fungal infection:

Prevent treatment

• Tinea is the name of a group of skin diseases like ringworm.

Cuts and abrasions:

Avoid area; make-up artist may wish to wear protective gloves.

Recent scar tissue: (under six months old)

Medical approval needed.

Bruising or swelling:

Medical approval needed if post operative or restrict treatment if painful to touch or swelling is present. 

 

 

Cleansing,toning and moisturising...

 Cleansing, toning and moisturising...

 

4 step to a clean face...

1. Cleansing- vital. If face isn't completely clean then it will result in grubby face.
2. Toning- gets any remaining bits off the face.
3. Moisturising- helps correct base.
4. Ex-foliating- Done rarely.

Each element of the process can be applied using a cotton wool pad gently, standing behind the model looking into the mirror to see the application. Rub in circular motions to ensure its rubbed into the skin well and make sure you have included the hairline, neck and ears to. Its also important to make sure that you have removed any make-up from the bottom lash line otherwise this could further effect the application of make-up later on.

After researching into different types of skin care on the market I decided to invest in Super drug’s 'Simply Pure' range. I have included a toner, cleanser and moisturiser in my kit. All three of these products are for sensitive skin. They're fragrance free and paraben free enabling me to use it on more than one type of skin type.

• Use tissues on boys not cotton wool.
• Remember to clean the neck and hair line.
• Make sure there is no moisturiser/cleanser in the hair.
• Remember to talk your model through it, close eyes when applying liquids.
• Recommend ex-foliating if they have spotty/dry skin. No more than 2-3 times a week and never the night before.
• Always have sensitive skin products- they covers everyone. Non-perfumed.
• Eyes- if they have waterproof mascara on or wear contacts ask them to wipe there own eyes- sensitive.

Introduction...

• Plug/turn lights on when applying make-up.
• Couch role on the mirror surface.
• wash hands.
• sit model down, introduce yourself, put wrap around shoulders to cover clothes.
• Check if they are allergic to anything, do they wear contact lenses?

 

 





Contouring and Highlighting the face...

Contouring and Highlighting...

• Always go 2 shades lighter when highlighting.
• 1-2 shades darker when contouring.
• Feel the models bone structure in the cheek this helps create a better contouring line, avoid stripes.
• Add highlighter first, apply 2 shades lighter foundation to the top of the bone structure with small brush and hold head with buffer.
• Turn head towards light, highlighter can also be added down the middle of the nose, dabbing not brushing. It can also be applied to the middle of the forehead, under the brow and on the jaw line.
• Contouring- Always go 1-2 shades darker than there natural skin colour.
• Line with small angled brush from corner of lip to tragus of the ear, avoid stripes.
• Powder over smiled cheek onto the apples of the cheeks with blusher and make sure both applications are blended.
  

Equipment used;

buffer

Blending brush

Small angled brush

Foundation brush

Powder brush

Products used;

Kryolan foundation

Illasmasqua Satin primer

Illasmasqua loose powder

Dermocolor Camouflage palette

Illamasqua Tremble powder blush

I definitely did not find contouring easy. I think it is quite difficult to find where to accurately apply it to the cheek however I think it will get easier once I become more familiar with different faces and different types of bone structures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

I attempted a natural look again in my own time, highlighting and contouring the face. I think it was more successful this time because I was aware of how much product to add to the face unlike my class attempt where I added to much product making the make-up look quite heavy and noticeable.

 



Applying a foundation/base...

Applying foundation/base...

• Mix foundation to match models complexion Test on the bottom of the cheek, should disappear into skin.
• Always gown your model before applying any make-up and ensure you have filled out a the consultation notes to ensure you know what you can and cannot apply to your models face.
• Mix on back of the hand.
• Mix base with primer for thin mixture and apply sparsely to face using the foundation brush then buff into the skin using the powder brush.
• After the foundation is applied we cover it using powder. Powder can either be applied with a powder brush or tapped on the face using a sponge. Don't forget to include the neck or chest if they're included in the look.
• Use oil free, tinted moisturises, liquid on more greasy complexions.
• Liquid foundations- finer- build layer by layer, thin for more liquid base.
• Satin primer- dewy look
• Matte primer- matted look
• Matte primer use on t-zone of boys.
• Pink colours covers blues.
• Peachy/yellow covers browns.
• Green covers red.
• Only go 1-2 shades lighter with concealer under the eyes. Apply concealer under the eye using a small brush like the blending brush. Apply as a triangle under the eye and blend in. Conceal any other blemishes at the same time.
• Always finish by powdering face to set make-up.
• If adding grease products such as blushers add before powder.
• Really powder the eye to avoid the concealer or foundation creasing.

Equipment used;                 

Powder brush

Foundation brush

Blending brush

Black cape

Product's used;

Kryolan foundation

Illamasqua Satin primer

Illamasqua loose powder

Dermocolour Camouflage palette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



The City art gallery...

The city art gallery...

When visiting the city art gallery this week I decided that Selina Snow's exhibition was my favourite, as the bright colours and unusual cultural influence really caught my attention.

Selina's paintings are visual diaries in response to her travels and surroundings. She has taken inspiration from the Indian and children series from a trip to Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where she became intrigued by broad mixture of cultures. In particular she explores the significance of seemingly incongruous foods, and place's them within her paintings.

My favourite painting was the one titled 'Horn ok please' worth £3,200.

Selina Snow, (2013), 'Horn ok please' [ONLINE]. Available at: http://www.selinasnow.com/ [Accessed 13 October 13].

  The painting includes a lot of different people, subjects and activities. My favourite aspect of the painting is the use of luminous pink as the background colour. The colour is very bright and engaging attracting many peoples attention. It also includes two large blue doves at the top placed either side of the religious image seen in the middle. A woman and a girl are featured in this image, the woman in particular is portrayed looking hopeful and thoughtful, guarding the younger figure. She also looks wise and loving with her hands raised by the girls shoulders as if to be giving some of her wisdom.

The woman's skin and make-up is smooth and matted, a quite powered look to enhance the youthful glow of her face. Her style is similar in simplicity as she is seen to be wearing a loose, flowing cape type dress, similar to what priests would be seen wearing. The free flowing material of her dress could represent the easy-going, natural, relaxed spirit and vibe of the painting.  

Val Garland- Summer project...

 

 

 

Val Garland-Summer Project...

 

 Val Garland is known to think that make-up should be absolutely perfect. I agree with this approach as I too favour big, Smokey eye effects and always aim for a symmetrical clean cut finish. A lot of her images include outrageous  eye makeup, a look that I'm always trying to perfect and personally prefer.  

 

 

 ou Teasdale , (2013), Make up artist - Val Garland (Taken with Instagram) [ONLINE]. Available at: http://louteasdale.tumblr.com/post/26930938590/make-up-artist-val-garland-taken-with [Accessed 09 October 13].

 

 

I have chosen these two images because firstly I love the pink hair. The model although looking sultry has fun, bright outlandish coloured hair in a young modern, youthful style. this contrast of mood and colour with strong black eye make-up and added freckles is such a strong, vibrant look which would stand out. I enjoy experimenting with colour and hairstyles and like to look a little different in the crowd. 

 

Val Garland, (2009), Unknown [ONLINE]. Available at: http://squa.re/2009/12/13/the-beauty-of-anja-rubik/ [Accessed 09 October 13].

 

 

 

 

The second image has such a strong defined eye make-up which I would love to create. the colours in the hair and lips match perfectly contrasting with the eye remarkably. It reflects what I am to achieve.

The 'Darnley Portrait'...

The 'Darnley Portrait'...

The queen is shown looking regal and remote, wearing a rather masculine doublet and carrying an ostrich -feather fan. The portrait is known the 'Darnley portrait' after its previous owner. The colours in the portrait have changed significantly over time. The recent analysis has shown that Elizabeth's now extremely pale complexion would have been much rosier as the reds in the flesh paint have faded over time. The common assumption that Elizabeth always had very pale features appears to be a myth. However, we know that in the later part of her reign she did wear pale make-up. The whole painting would have also been much more vibrant. The embroidery on the queens dress for example would have appeared far richer and part of the golden brown pattern would have originally been crimson.

 

Costume

The meanings conveyed through portraits of Elizabeth relied greatly on her clothes and accessories. The masculinity of the queens polish-style doublet in the portrait helps to create an image of a woman who is an equal among her male counterparts in other European countries. The luxurious silk of the dress and silver gilt thread on the sleeve reflect her wealth and style.

 

The Pendant and fan.
 

The exquisitely painted pendant jewel hanging from the queens waist is a large red ruby surrounded by Roman gods. Minerva (the goddess of wisdom) is depicted at the top, Jupiter (ruler of the gods) at the base and Venus (goddess of love), Cupid and Mars (gods of love and war) at the sides. Elizabeth was highly educated and it is possible that this jewel refers to her classical learning.

 

Ines Gutierrez, (2013), Unknown Continental Artist, Elizabeth I, [ONLINE]. Available at: http://artinacity.blogspot.co.uk/ [Accessed 09 October 13].

Introduction to the Elizabethan Era...

I aim to translate and track all my new found knowledge and skills onto this blog whilst studying my new topic the 'Elizabethan Era' (1558-1603.) I also aim to learn a lot about the era such as Queen Elizabeth's historical background, aspirational style and duty as Queen of England. All these researched aspects will help me produce my final piece and assessments at the end of my topic. I will be focusing more on make-up on this blog and how it was represented in the Elizabethan era.