The Makeup Show/Los Angeles

As a Pro MUA, I attend a few makeup "conventions" during the year. These shows are full of incredible information, hands-on workshops and classes and I get to shop for my professional makeup kit and personal makeup bag at major discount prices! Who doesn't love that?

I have been a professional makeup artist for almost 25 years and going back to makeup school to keep abreast of current trends isn't something that is easy for me to do with my family responsibilities and running my own business. Taking several weeks off from shooting would be a hardship on me financially so instead, I attend The Makeup Show put on by the Pro artists at The Powder Group. I am able to take several classes, workshops and watch live demonstrations within a two-day period, which updates my techniques and skill level, as well as gives me up-to-date information on the latest makeup artist information in the fields of television, film, photography, live events and bridal!

If you are a student, I highly recommend attending this show, which will be held in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 28th and Monday, March 1st at the California Market Center downtown. You can get a front row seat and learn from the "best of the best" in this industry. Ve Neill, Eve Pearl, Jon Hennessy, Kathy Aragon and James Vincent to name just a few, are ready to teach you the techniques you need to succeed!

Plus, if you are a beauty blogger, on Saturday, February 27th at 2:00 pm, you can join me and other beauty blogger experts as we attend a special sneak preview of The Makeup Show and their vendors. Be first to view new makeup launches for Spring and introduce yourself to new brands. This event will be led by The Powder Group's lead artist, James Vincent! If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of makeup and would like to attend this special blogger event, contact Christina Farrell via email: christina@thepowdergroup.com or christina@themakeupblogger.com.

The Makeup Show Los Angeles will be a pro-artist event for everyone in every area of the makeup industry. They will deliver the same pro-driven, artistically inspired, celebratory energy that The Makeup Show is famous for so don't miss out! Click on the links below to purchase your tickets and sign up for classes and if you see this Pro there, make sure to stop me and say "hello!" I love to network with my fellow professional artists and bloggers!

THE ONLY MAKEUP ARTIST EVENT WITH HANDS-ON SESSIONS! THE MAKEUP SHOW BRINGS YOU THE BEST IN THE INDUSTRY! CHECK OUT WORKSHOPS DETAILS BELOW! TPG PRO MEMBERS RECEIVE 20% OFF ALL SESSIONS! THE MAKEUP SHOW L.A! FEBRUARY 28 & MARCH 1 CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT SUNDAY EVENTS! CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT MONDAY EVENTS! JON HENNESSEY Perfect Skin: Jon Hennessey Sunday, Feb 28- 1:45pm - 4:15pm - Studio 1 Creating the perfect canvas is essential for every application. This event is a concentrated look at color correction, concealing, foundation and contour and how to perfect those techniques with various products. You will Concentrate on developing an understanding of various foundation, powder and concealer types and formulations, their effects and versatility as well as exploring methods for shaping and contouring and shaping the face to bring out the nest of your clients features. Editorial Beauty: Jon Hennessey Monday, March 1 - 10:00am - 12:30pm - Studio 1 This workshop will help you develop an understanding of the process and logistics of working in Editorial and developing more fashion oriented looks in your work. Jon will discuss the editorial collaboration and creative process as well as demonstrate essential techniques and product choices in keeping your work modern, fashionable and controlled. EVE PEARL Master Workshop with Eve Pearl Developing and Presenting Makeup for Television Sunday, Feb 28 - 2:00 - 5:00pm - Studio 2 In the age when every person has the opportunity to be on television reality and makeover shows have made the demand for on-camera applications and makeup artist interviews more common then ever. Watch and learn as legendary Eve Pearl helps you see yourself on camera and create the easy applications, tips and techniques that will land you the job. KATHY ARAGON

Red Carpet Beauty: Kathy Aragon
Sunday, Feb 28 - 10:00am - 12:30pm - Studio 1
Whether your work is with celebrities for award ceremonies or real women red carpet beauty will help you better understand and execute special event makeup. Watch as Kathy reveals the secrets to long lasting makeup that will be flawless in photographs, video and in person and develop your own style for an award winning face.

Camera Ready Makeup: Kathy Aragon
Monday, March 1 - 2:15pm - 4:45pm - Studio 3
This event is designed to help you better understand the details that make a makeup camera ready. Kathy will take you through the techniques required to transform a makeup for photography and develop your editorial eye. Learn the product and tools that can be used and share his personal procedures as well as explore the precision required for photographic applications.

ORLANDO SANTIAGO

Celebrity Beauty: Orlando Santiago Sunday, Feb 28 - 10:30am - 1:00pm - Studio 3 In this workshop you will see the application techniques and product choices that make a makeup artist the favorite of celebrities. Learn how to assess your client's needs, listen to your clients wants and make decisions based on the situation and job at hand. You will take your beauty makeup application to super-star status in this session.

MARGARET KIMURA

Asian Beauty: Margaret Kimura Monday, March 1 - 2:00 - 4:30pm - Studio 2 Every artist needs to know how to work with any skin tone and facial structure. Margaret Kimura shows you the skills that have made her school so successful while helping you identify and understand the commonalities and differences of your Asian clientele.

VE NEILL

Master Workshop: Presenter Ve Neill Creating the Character Sunday, Feb 28 - 10:15am - 1:15pm - Studio 2 From Jack Sparrow to Mrs Doubtfire, Super Heroes to Leading Ladies the legendary Ve Neill has designed some of the most recognizable makeup looks in the history of film. In this hands-on master workshop Ve will share with you Academy Award winning techniques, discuss the process of designing a makeup look for film and help you bring your makeup beyond the basics to meet the requirements of the story and the star.

MYLES O'REILLY

Essential Airbrush: Myles O'Reilly Monday, March 1 - 10:30am - 1:00pm - Studio 3 The Airbrush Basics Workshop will present you with a review and demonstration of the range of airbrush equipment and products on the market. The instructor will provide you with the need-to-know information that will make using the equipment a breeze. You'll be introduced to the key airbrushing techniques required for beauty and body makeup and practice basic airbrush makeup application

CHRISTINA FARRELL

Bridal Beauty: Christina Farrell Sunday, Feb 28 - 2:15pm - 4:45pm - Studio 3 This event is perfect for freelancers, salon makeup artists and anyone who wants to add makeup to, or perfect their work in the area of bridal makeup. You will understand the best products and techniques for long-lasting, beautiful bridal makeup. Learn the must-ask questions when working with a bride/bridal party and considerations for photography and video work.

DANESSA MYRICKS

Essential Eyes: Danessa Myricks Monday, March 1 -1:45pm - 4:15pm - Studio 1 This event is an intensive look at the most diverse and interesting part of makeup artistry...the eyes. This amazing review of eye makeup in various forms. We'll focus on creating smoky eyes, classic Hollywood eyes, using false lashes and cream liner and finding unexpected ways to use color and texture. Discussion of key elements in creating these looks including product review and technique.

JAMES VINCENT

Details of Beauty: James Vincent Monday, March 1 - 10:15am - 12:45pm - Studio 2 Perfecting your technique, detailing your work and understanding control and precision in beauty makeup applications for everything from bridal to red carpet, commercial work to film, television and print is essential for becoming a well-known or well-respected artist. Learn to make your makeup more beautiful than ever and see how understanding the fundamentals and paying attention to the small details can make your application precise and perfect.

THE DETAILS: · Event Fee $125 per workshop and $250 per Master workshop · Master workshops are 3 hours, regular workshops are 2.5 hours · Space is limited, first come first serve basis · Master workshops participant will be provided models · Participants will work on each other as models for all other workshops · Models are available for an additional model fee if requested · Makeup supplies provided · Airbrush equipment provided · Attendees should bring their own brushes · Maximum 20 participants per event To Register for the Workshops classes please email info@themakeupshow.com. Please be sure to list your full contact info as well as the class you are interested in. You will get a respond from us in 24 hours with the information regarding the class. Please note that all hands-on workshops are available only to attendees of The Makeup Show L.A. Participation requires ticket purchase to the show as well as fee for hands-on workshops. Please note: Presenters, topics and schedules subject to change. PLUS MORE THAN 40 FREE EVENTS! VISIT WWW.THEMAKEUPSHOW.COM FOR DETAILS! DON'T MISS THESE AMAZING, INSPIRATIONAL SEMINARS! CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

A year in review...

Even though 2009 started off slowly, it is ending with a big bang! I was proud to be part of many incredible productions this year and also happy to be part of the magic that is television and filmmaking in San Diego!

As a professional makeup artist I am asked to make actors/actresses look their very best, but sometimes I am requested to make them look...scary, dead, injured and just plain ugly! 2009 seemed to be the year of special effects for me and I was happy to embrace that passion!

Here is a little background information about my special effects career; I studied for 3 years with one of the best Special Effects Artists of our time, Mr. Stan Winston. I had the privilege of apprenticing on many of his films, including Terminator (1984), Ailens and Invaders from Mars right after graduating from makeup school. Prior to that, I went to The Institute of Studio Makeup and Joe Blasco, where I took extensive classes in forensics and prosthetics.

I have been hired by several production companies this year for my special effects ability and I have created loads of free-handed tattoos, bullet wounds, burns, bruises, stab wounds, scars, zombies, etc., for many television and photography gigs! I am unable to share the details of the shoots via this blog because of protected information pertaining to my clients, but I can share with you a few pictures from my personal camera.

Many of the special effects below are created from basic, everyday material and other effects are prothetic pieces purchased from professional makeup stores and then applied to the skin and dressed with grease paint and theatrical blood.

Special effects is one part of my career and beauty is another. I am excited to be listed in the 2010 San Diego Film & Resource Guide in both categories and look forward to being part of more production crews in the upcoming year!

I want to thank DOP, San Diego Production Center, Staylor-Made Communications, Mantooth Productions, Microsoft, XBox, ComiCon, Road Runner Sports, CNN, Coastal Media Group, Bob Sloan Productions, InPoint Productions, Ken Hansen Photography, HVS Productions and Tamarisk Media Group for making 2009 a great year for makeup!

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and hope to see you on the set soon!

Sharing secrets...a day in the life of an MUA...

I am the type of professional makeup artist that likes to share my "secrets" with others! I firmly believe that if you give you will get back. When I was just starting out in this business I had a mentor who helped me along the way and would teach me not only their "secrets," but also important set etiquette.

Paying it forward is good for the soul and good for the business. I like to think that I am still learning when it comes to makeup artistry because the film and television industry changes all the time and it is my responsibility to make certain I am able to work in every medium, HD included.

New and innovative cosmetic products come out every single year and I attend many trade shows or product launch meetings in order to stay abreast of the latest brands. It is crucial as an artist to know which new (and old) products work best and should always be in your kit.

Recently, I had the pleasure of working with Bob Sloan of Sloan Productions and his team during a corporate video shoot. As usual, the crew got to chatting about television tips, tricks and of course, High Definition! I shared a few of my makeup secrets for working in HD with Bob and he was kind enough to write a great post about it on his blog! Enjoy!

The Importance of Good Makeup - by Bob Sloan of Sloan Productions

Now that we’re in a high definition video production world, more attention must be paid to the quality of the makeup job and artist. High definition images have much greater resolution than our old NTSC system showing more flaws in the skin; aging, wrinkles, etc.

On a recent shoot for a corporate website video client in San Diego, our makeup artist was Melissa Street, www.EpicMakeUP.com. Melissa has been a professional makeup artist for over twenty years and has worked on feature films; Terminator, Aliens, etc. She used a product that I hadn’t seen before that helps keep facial perspiration, (sweat), from ruining the makeup job. The product is a spray that in effect “seals” the pores temporarily.

Called Skindinavia Makeup Fixing Spray, it did a great job during our shoot as we had to use heavy lighting to balance the background scene out the window of the office we were working in. Sloan productions has been producing high definition content and website video production in San Diego for over 30 years, www.sloanproductions.com.