Teenage Photoshoot's at PureView Photography

In the October half term I went along to two 'teenage' style photoshoots with Pureview photography. These types of shoots are of an interest to Louise at Pureview photography, and could develop into year book style photo sessions. These types of sessions are also good as profile pictures for model agencies.

I was in charge of the make up, which gave me a great opportunity to experiment with both natural and bold make up looks. The first of the photoshoots was with a young girl called Oleta.

The next few pictures are of Oleta, who is only 14 years old. The first picture Oleta has no make up on, and the ones following go from natural makeup to bold lipstick, and finally a bit of smokey black shadow. You will see me applying a darker shade of lipstick in one of the photos; I chose a bright purple to go with her top and to compliment her skin tone. I also added a bit of shading on the eyelid and socket with a smokey black which emphasises her eyes.

The second photoshoot was with 3 young girls; one of the girls, Becky, I have worked with before (see previous blog). They all got some fabulous shots and were all very photogenic. I have got some before pictures of Becky2 (there are two Becky's!) and Georgie and some group shots.

Spires Hairdressing Fashion Show

On September 21st 2009 I took part in a hair fashion show at the Chequer Mead theatre, directed and put together by Karen and Richard Dandy who own and run a fantastic hair salon in the heart of East Grinstead town centre. The money raised from the evening went to the Malanoma Foundation Charity which is a great cause so I was glad to be part of the whole event.

I was asked by Karen to be the make up artist for the event and I was more then delighted to take on the job! However I was a little bit apprehensive as I have never be involved in a fashion show before. I was asked to do a makeover on someone in the crowd behind the scenes while the show was taking place (Karen was also doing her hair back stage!) and I was in charge of putting make up on 25+ models as well! I started at 5pm and didn't stop til the show ended at about half 10. It was a great experience and enjoyable, but also very stressful and hectic!

Below are some images taken on the night showing the makeover with Pippa.

Testing shoot with Morganbear Photograpthy

On Monday 14th September I travelled an hour to get to Church Crookham in Hampshire to collaborate with photographer Morganbear and model Mercedes Oliver. I had meet both Gary and Mercedes on the networking site 'Pure Storm' which is a networking site designed for photographers, models and make up artist to meet and greet!

The shoot was a testing shoot, therefore a great way for all parties to get what they want for their portfolios. It was an evening shoot, and along with the travel on my behalf, it was a long evening but very enjoyable; both the photographer and model were easy to work with and lovely people. Also, unexpected to myself, the photographer (and as it turns out) the model herself, we were working with a 12 week gone pregnant lady! So we had a few shots showing off her little bump :)

I decided to create a subtle look for the first part of the shoot, and then I added to the look to make it darker and sexier so I had two different types of make up to show. Below are a select few of the images from this shoot.

Bio Sculpture nails

At the beginning of the year I trained in Bio Sculpture Gel nails, the number one healthier alternative in nail care preferred worldwide. Gel nails are by far the best form of overlay system available in todays market as they do not cause any damage to the natural nail, unlike acrylic (liquid and powder) systems. Bio Sculpture, in particular, are focused solely on marketing their products as nail treatments which are healier and beneficial to the natural nails; their products are applied as a coating to your own nails to strengthen and condition them with no damage or dreaded fungal growth.

Bio Sculpture gel is applied to the natural nail as an overlay; it is easy to apply, with no chemical fumes, and soaks off clean in 20 minutes! There are over 60 different colours to choose from (however, I have a limited collection in my kit-I can order colours on demand), and the gel is long wearing and chip-proof.

Gel nails are great for weddings, special occassions or even just every day wear! They last up to 2 weeks before needing an infill or them re-done (due to re-growth) so maintenance is required if you want them looking great indefinitely.

My price list 2009:

Full set gel overlays/infill clear/colour/french £25.00
Full set gel overlays on toes £20.00
Full set gel overlays on toes and pedicure £35.00
Soak off and mini manicure £15.00
Repair of nail using silk (per nail) £1.00

Phone me on 07999411274 or e-mail me on siobhan.woods@hotmail.co.uk to make your appointment!

Photo Shoot with Pure View Photography

On Wednesday 27th May 2009 I got together with contemporary photographer Louise Jeffery, and her husband Iain Jeffery. They put together a photo shoot with 3 young models. This was a great opportunity for me to be creative and really show off my make up skills so I jumped at the chance!

I decided to do 3 natural looks to begin with, and half way through I was able to be a bit more experimental. The girls were great and Louise really captured some great shots. Below is a small selection of the pictures; one each of the natural look and one each of the second look.

London College of Fashion

Back in March 2009 I completed an intensive course; "Guide to Promotional Make up Artistry", at the famous London College of Fashion. I have to say it was a fantastic course and I met some great new friends. My tutor, Lucy Wearing, was fantastic and a great inspiration. Previous to going to the college, I had done a small amount of make-up at Croydon College (where I trained to be a beauty therapist) as well as doing my friends and families make up on the odd occassion, however it was not enough and I wanted to learn more. Completing the course is my first step in for-filling my dream to become a make up artist!

Below are pictures from the two professional shoots I did while on the course. My first shoot was a beauty head shot and my inspiration was 'summer' so I went for relaxed curls in the hair and a nice big flower. To compliment the hair, I took the red from the flower as my theme for the make up.

My second shoot was based on the 1950's own Marylin Monroe. I chose to use her as my inspiration because she is one of the world's most iconic actress/model/singer and I just love her style, and the style of the 1940's and 50's in general. In this shoot, I also based it on a recent advertisment for Dolce & Gabbana lipstick and eyeshadow by using different fabrics and textures to create a 'bed', similar to the look they used in their magazine adverts.