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MAC Pro - Agency Talk

I recently attended a "Master Class" best described as a Panel Discussion.
The class description was as follows:
The gate keepers share their thoughts on the industry and becoming a working artist. Listen to an Agent, Creative Director, Publicist and Editor discuss their roles in the industry and what they look for when booking artists and reviewing portfolios.

The panel included Judy Casey and Joan Zingarelli of Judy Casey Inc. Judy Casey Inc is an agency representing a diverse group of photographers, stylist, hair and makeup artists.
Also on the panel was Richard Ferretti, Creative Director for Gourmet Magazine and Cari Ross, publicist to the stars.

Here are some of general notes that a took down during the discussion:
Be Professional - Across the board, they couldnt have stressed this more.
Maintain Relationships/Network - Keep in contact with all contacts you make (old and new).
Team Player - Dont just go to a shoot a do makeup... become involved, communicate and ask questions. Work together with everyone involved (ex: photographer, stylist, director).
Be Expansive/Flexible - Be open-minded and willing to try new things.
Be Open to Creative Input & Critique - take criticism as positive as possible.
Be Personable - Easy to communicate and work with
Don't Rely on Retouching - You want your work to look as amazing before as it does after. Photographer shouldn't need to retouch makeup.

Portfolio & Career Development
Avg portfolio size is 11x14
Have atleast 10 GREAT Images in your book
Keep your book clean and sleek
Make the images flow - Series of images that "tell a story"
Set realistic goals
Assist Professional Makeup Artists
Ask Advice
Be on the look out for up and coming talent to work with.
Request untouched photos along with the touched images. This way you can self evaluate your own work and improve in areas which need improvement.
Focus on clean and beautiful makeup.
Find a hair stylist to work with.
Understand lighting.

Next blog .... Notes from MAC Master Class - Celebrity Style w/ Celebrity Makeup Artist Frances Hathaway ... Stay Tuned!!!

Prep, Prime the Skin...Get it Colour Ready

Here's what I purchased from this collection:

Prep + Prime Skin Refined Zone

A light, oil-free emulsion that helps cloak visible pores while controlling oil and shine. Applies "wet" for a gentle micro-exfoliation: dries instantly to create an invisible, long-lasting natural matte finish. Ideal for the T-zone.

Prep + Prime Line Filler

A primer used post-foundation, pre-makeup to camouflage, soften and relax expression lines and wrinkles. Applies as a dense cream: dries to a transparent, smooth, natural matte finish. With ongoing use, clinically proven to help rejuvenate your look.

Prep + Prime Transparent Finishing Powder

A silky finishing powder that provides an invisible way to set makeup. Reduces shine while optically minimizing the look of pores, lines, imperfections. Available in one universal colour that suits all shades. Wear over makeup or on bare, moisturized skin.

Lipstick

Colour plus texture for the lips. Stands out on the runway. Simmers on the street! What made M·A·C famous.

Impassioned
Amped-up fuchsia (Amplified Creme)

I am dying to replicate this look. I think it is amazing.
I just need some free time. Lets see if I can find some time this weekend.

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Rave :: Tresemme 24 Hour Body - Hair Products

OMG!!!! I'm in love with this stuff.

I tried it today for the first time. I wish I had taken before and after pics.
The products are on sale this week at Target. I will be going back to stock up.

Full Review with pics to follow.

So far this stuff gets 2 thumbs up!!!

Follow up to the Stipple technique

Yesterday, I posted a topic on getting a flawless face with a J-Lo glow, using the Stipple technique. This look can be achieved with any foundation. It doesnt have to be the MAC Hyper Real foundation. You can use any foundation but the Brush is "KEY" to getting the look. Whether its the MAC 188 or the 187.

Also, while on you-tube yesterday, I came across a video Koren, of EnKore Makeup did, kind of explaining the stipple vs the stipple and swirl technique. Check it out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8QCAlPS17M&feature=channel

Technique: Flawless Face with a J-Lo Glow

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= A FLAWLESS w/ a J-Lo Glow

Today, I decided to try something different from my everyday routine ... MAC Studio Fix Fluid.

So I grabbed my MAC Hyper Real Foundation in NC400 and my 188 Brush (the baby brother of the 187). I began with a moisturized face. Today I used Cetaphil Moisturizer Lotion and let in sit on my face about 15 min before I applied the makeup.

I poured about a nickle size of foundation on to the back of my hand. I took the 188 brush and dabbed it into the foundation just getting enough makeup on to the tips of the brush. Make sure not to pick up too much product on your brush.

I used the stippling technique to apply my foundation all over my face. And what a result! It gave me great coverage with a flawless finish.

Now when you use the stipple technique, all you have to do is just dab dab dab all over your face. I may just have to do a video tutorial on this. The main idea is just to stipple only all over and do not swirl.

I hope this make sense. LOL!!

The MAC Hyper Real foundation is a smooth pearlescent liquid foundation formulated to make the skin reflect a natural health and vibrancy. Giving you that J-Lo Glow.

Give it a shot ... you will not be disappointed.

Hello Kitty Launch Party 2/3/09

Here are some photos from the Hello Kitty Launch Party on 2/3/09 at the MAC store in the Roosevelt Field Mall in NY.

What a gorgeous collection. The cases are Super Cute!!!

I'll be purchasing my Hello Kitty stuff this coming weekend at the MAC Counter in Macy's of Manhassett. They are have a Hello Kitty Event all weekend. I'll be there with some of my girlfriends.

Hello Kitty Event @ Macy's Manhasset ... Will you be there???

With the long awaited Hello Kitty Collection being released in just 2 weeks,
I thought I'd give my NY Tri-State Area peeps a heads up:

February 19th - 21st (all day)
Macy's of Manhasset will be hosting their Hello Kitty Event.
View the Hello Kitty Collection and get a Makeover.

Call ahead to book your appointment 516-869-2264.
And don't forget to ask for David (my personal favorite MAC Artist).
I've already booked mine and I cant wait.

Do you think the collection will sell out faster than Barbie Loves MAC?
How much will you be spending on this collection?
What item do you think is a must have from this collection?