Make-Up Techniques for Great Photos

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Great Makeup and Hairstyling advice from Joseph Kellner haircolorist/makeup artis in orlando, florida 32836

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Model Makeup!

Is it really true that you need to pile on foundation so thick you need a chisel to scrape it off, or lipstick so dark it appears you drank a can of brick paint so you don’t look “washed out”? Of course not! That “washed out” look you might have seen in still photos is from direct flash with improper exposures set by the photographer, not improper make-up use. Wear your make-up the way you would want to look in real life because, with the right photographer, that is how it will show up on the camera.

On an opposite note, if you were planning on not wearing make-up, think it over again. For a minimalist look, swipe powder on your face to help absorb oil and prevent shine. Even if you have dry skin, it will create a softer, more even finish for your photos. Try a crème to powder finish for better coverage with less steps. A little blush won’t hurt either. Keep it a lighter shade of pink or a brownish pink for a more natural look. Have darker toned skin? Try using brighter colors. If you have dark eyebrows and long dark lashes, you can get away with skipping eye make-up all together. Otherwise, use an eyebrow pencil and/or mascara if nothing else.

When it comes to lips, I know people always suggest clear lip gloss for those who use make-up. I would suggest this is not always the best choice. Wear some kind of color on your lips, particularly if they are very light in tone to prevent an undone or dull look. It needn’t be a dark shade, only enough to define the area and add a little pop! In fact, I would say, if you were to only wear two items of make-up, it would be lipstick and a crème to powder foundation.

And of course, practice putting this all together to make sure you’re comfortable with the final look BEFORE your big day.

 

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Step By Steps

Hair and Make-Up

The most befuddling and complicated part of making a model look good is hair and make-up. Hair comes in hundreds of different colors, thicknesses and styles, so I won’t be going into that today. But there are some general make-up principles that are almost universal when shooting a standard head shot.

You might be asking why you, the photographer, needs to know about cosmetics. Well, models, both amateur and professional, often think that being photographed is the same as getting made-up for a prom or a special night out.

It’s not. The same make-up techniques people use everyday often look horrible in photos. So you need to know your stuff, and pass along the knowledge.

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Feel free to email me any of your Haircolor or Hair Styling questions. Appointments can be made either by phone or by email. Make Up services are available in the salon. Weddings, Special Ocassion, Film, Print. We use Goldwell Haircolor, Scruples Haircolor and Framesi Haircolor for all salon ser...