My work at NEMUA

Last month I spent 3 weeks at The North East Makeup Academy training on the Pro Artistry course, I thoroughly enjoyed my time there, I learned a lot and now I feel much more confident in myself and my work. The course covered many different aspects of makeup from basic techniques to more intricate and creative work including drag and manga makeup. I have put together a selection of looks I created during my time there...

This first look was created for a photo shoot, I absolutely loved doing editorial work and really want to do more in the future. Before the shoot I was given a blue wig which I had to base the makeup on, I began the makeup with an open mind and a rough idea of how I wanted to create the finished look. I  knew I wanted my model to wear a bright pink lip, so to tie the look together I added a pink eyeshadow into the centre of the eyes and I used blue on the outer corners creating a vibrant smokey eye. I used lots of highlight on the brow bone, inner corners and cheekbones, which showed up beautifully on her tanned complexion. Usually I would use false lashes for a creative look but my model had lovely thick and dark eyelashes so I thought they would be unnecessary. I haven't yet received my final images from the shoot but I was over the moon with the previews, the makeup looked amazing on camera and my model did a great job. 

This has got to be my favourite look I created over the 3 weeks, it reminded me of Zoo Project body paint. On this day our theme was gold and spotlight eyes. I firstly applied the eye makeup, I've practised the spotlight technique before but with the help of my teacher I have finally mastered it. I then applied the base makeup and got creative with glitter, sequins, gold leaf and stencils. 

This is Manga makeup inspired by Barbie, it is so creepy and realistic, this makeup would be perfect for creative shoots and fancy dress. 

On our final day we done something very different, we got messy with fake blood and created nasty bruises and open wounds which gave me some great ideas for halloween.

Thank you for reading!