I had the opportunity to work backstage (yet again) for the Angelo Seminara show this weekend in Toronto. This hair genius is the creative director for Davines, and is such an inspiring artist to watch as he works magic. Here are a few behind-the-scenes shots and some makeup breakdowns on how I achieved the looks for the runway.
MODEL: EMILY
Face
Marcelle BB Cream
MAC Strobe Liquid
Eva Garden Precious Minerals Powder in 904 (on cheeks)
On Monday I had the pleasure of doing makeup on a photo shoot for Toronto clothing store Dalston Grey, which carries a variety of vintage and contemporary clothing. Owner and buyer, Leah Gust did an incredible job styling model Madelaine in an amazing series of summer and spring fashions. Shot by photographer Peter Chatterton, I can’t wait to share with you the final shots once they are done. In the meantime, here is a small taste of some behind the scenes photos I took as well as a breakdown of the look I did on gorgeous Maddie to complement her amazing hair, courtesy of Sandro at Pop Hair in Toronto.
{THE MAKEUP}
FACE
Nars Sheer Glow Foundation
MAC Strobe Lotion
MAC Select Cover-Up Concealer
Eva Garden Precious Minerals Bronzing Powder #904
MAC Prep + Prime Powder
MAC eyeshadow in Sushi Flower (as blush)
EYES
MAC eyeshadow in Vex (lid)
MAC eyeshadow in Haux (crease/contour)
MAC eyeshadow in Fig 1 [added Coppering] (outer corner)
I know I’ve been in the blogger dog-house for this many times before, but alas life (and my schedule) has hindered me from frequent posting on this here site. For that, I hope you accept my most sincere apology. That being said, I wanted to take the time to update you on what has kept me away from ‘Inside The Makeup Case’ for a few months. The list is long, so I’ll only be entertaining you with the more juicier (and relevant) details.
1. OshaWhat Magazine
If you follow me on Twitter, you may have seen a post or two (or a hundred) on this new online magazine based out of the Durham Region (just east of Toronto). I am officially a contributor for this amazing publication, writing not about beauty, but *gasp* a film column. Utilizing my love of cinema and justifying (to myself) that being a film school graduate went to good use, I am really happy and proud to be a part of the OshaWhat family of writers, artists and all around awesome and talented people.
Working as a makeup artist for many years, I have become accustomed to being a real “behind-the-scenes” kind of girl. When the new year arose, I promised myself that I would do more things that were outside my box. Obviously, writing a film column for a local magazine was a hell of a good start, but I wanted to try something more in my field of expertise. When I first heard about the Canada’s Best Beauty Talent contest, I knew it was something I’d normally bypass. So in spirit of kicking my own ass in gear, I bit the bullet and auditioned. What do I have to lose? Nothing. I love my current career and anything above and beyond that is an added bonus.
Check out my audition video which was shot and edited by celebrity photographer, Mike Peleshok who is an Oshawa native and all around awesome dude. This guy deserves a lifetime of high fives from me.
3. Work, Work, Work
Between contributing to the magazine, organizing my audition/submission to Canada’s Best Beauty Talent and sleep, the everyday show must go on. I’ve been keeping on the go with so much makeup work both in the salon and on the road for many months now. I’m the only one to blame for my poor time management and so the frequency of blogging has suffered. I am certainly not complaining about my busy life, as being constantly booked for makeup gigs means I’m doing something right and I hope to keep the work coming.
Hopefully this taste of behind-the-scenes shots will satiate your makeup loving need. I’ll be posting more detailed posts for some of these past shoots soon. I’ve been blessed to have the opportunity to work with a bunch of talented photographers, hair and wardrobe stylists and models.
I know excuses are plenty in the world of blogging, but I hope this eases the questions of why I’ve been absent. I am going to be a lot more attentive to the site and continue to share what I can with the beauty loving population my little contribution to the vast industry.
As you saw in my last blog post, there was a Davines Woman competition/photoshoot that some of my colleagues submitted to in June. Yesterday was the big show for the Canadian top ten finalists and I was hard at work backstage lending my makeup prowess for the pre-show extravaganza. Working with the creative genius’ Melanie Bourne and Paul Taylor, their vision was edgy, sexy and oozing glamour. Avant-garde hair mixed with an old Hollywood femininity synergized with Dior and McQueen style makeup and the AMAZING styling talents of Rebecca Mezger. The models were just stunning and the team pulled together a fantastic, high-energy show that was a definite crowd-pleaser.
Naturally I was snapping shots backstage in my usual paparazzi mode, so here are a few of my favourites.
Paul Taylor does his final touches on a models hair
Dior inspired makeup
The hair. The clothes. The makeup. *sigh*
Rebecca Mezger does some wardrobe adjustments backstage
Okay, I know it’s been what seems like an epic hiatus from blogging. Many apologies for my absence. The summer has brought on many blog posting obstacles such as an overwhelming amount of bridal work, teaching, general summer shenanigans and a phenomenal photoshoot for the Davines Woman competition.
It’s no secret how much I love and respect all my colleagues and am always finding inspiration in their craft. It’s always a pleasure to have the opportunity to collaborate with them on a photoshoot and construct makeup looks that synergize with the beautiful hair they create. I wanted to share with you some of my favourite “behind the scenes” photos that I snapped in between contributing my makeup expertise on set.
Mark E. in perfection mode.
Santo doing final touch ups on the lovely Katie.
Katie looking like a glowy goddess thanks to MAC Strobe Lotion.
Working my makeup magic on Sam.
Photographer Giuseppe Fuda guides Sam on striking a killer pose.
Katie getting cheeky.
Sam looking like a retro beauty.
And now for the final shots. I am so proud of these photos. The shoot was awesome and the energy was beyond fun.
If you follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter, you may have known that I was pretty excited to be working backstage doing makeup for the allilON show. The hair team was oozing with inspiration and talent which brought a fun energy behind the scenes. I was so incredibly happy to have been a part of this show. The crew presented hair that was a perfect synergy of femininity, playful yet rich colour and the most meticulous attention to detail.
As for the makeup, the mission was to evoke a playful sexyness using candied colours. The models were so amazing to work on and so beautiful. Here are some of the photographs I took throughout the day. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.
The fierce duo strike a pose backstage right before show time.
Love this colour combo!
(Manic Panic Vampire Red – MUFE #92 – MAC StarsNRockets)
The detail of this cut left me speechless – so amazing!
This beauty was getting prepped before her cut. I loved doing this girls makeup. Those eyes!
(MAC Chrome Yellow – MAC Rule – MUFE #75)
‘Cos you know it was SO hard to make this girl any more stunning…
(MUFE #72 – MAC Clear Sky Blue pigment – MAC Chrome Yellow – UD Virgin)
This mix of eyeshadows made me a happy makeup artist – and that hair colour…..WOW!
(MAC Electric Coral – MAC Acid Orange – MAC Biogreen – MAC Lime – MAC Chrome Yellow – MAC Pink Bronze)
For more info on the genius that is AllilON, check out their website. If you are a fan of avant garde hair I guarantee you will be blown away by this UK-based creative team.
