How to find a MakeUp Artist that I can trust?
Probably not everybody knows this…
The makeup application as well as the cosmetics products used for live events, video and portrait photography are very different that what you would need for a photo headshot.
1. Ask to see the makeup artist’s website. Are there people that look like you on there? Your complexion? Your face shape? Your age?
2. Look for a makeup artist who can do clean natural makeup well. Headshot makeup is not fashion and glamour makeup. Even if you are doing a “hot girl/guy” look, you should look like a real person.
3. The photos on your makeup artist’s website shouldn’t look overly retouched. This is a red flag that the retoucher had to correct a poor makeup job.
4. Bring in a photo of yourself to the makeup artist and to the studio, showing how you typically do your makeup.
The makeup artist and photographer need to see how you normally like to do your makeup.We can give you some suggestions and tips, but at the end of the day we want your headshot to look like the best, most authentic version of yourself.
5. From what I have learned from a few Makeup Artists it is best to apply less or no foundation at all than cover the skin up with foundation and/or powder.
Note:
My makeup artist understands how headshot makeup needs to be. They also work with you in a collaborative way so that together you create a look you’re comfortable with and at the same time it is appropriate for the headshot.
If a female client is under the age of 15 or a skilled hair and makeup artist (who knows the photographer’s lighting), she may be fine without hiring a professional hair and makeup artist, but everyone else should really hire a professional, and preferably someone who works with your photographer.
If you decide to use a makeup artist that isn’t associated with the photographer, that’s absolutely fine, but don’t just use any makeup artist.