FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer : Virgile Reboul
virgilereboul.com

Assistant photographer : Robin Hollande

Stylist : Olga Lejeune

Make-up artist : Camille Siguret using MAC
camillesiguret.com/

Hairstylist : Pierre Saint-Sever using Osis+ Schwarzkopf Professional"
www.pierresaintsever.com/

Stylist assistant : Inês d'Oliveira

Model : ANNA KEDZIOR @ Nathalie models Paris
http://www.nathalie-models.com/

FEATURED ARTISTS

photo: jeff g. sales   www.jeffreygalvezosales.com

makeup/hair : camille siguret  www.camillesiguret.com

stylist: marie revelut   www.marierevelut.tumblr.com

model: adau @ studio klrp paris  

FEATURED ARTISTS

photographer: Christine Lutz  

Website  www.Christine-Lutz.de Instagram(http://instagram.com/christine_lutz_photographer)

stylist: Carsten Mertens 

hair & make-up: Sheila Michelle Rieke

(www.sheilawanted.com) working with MAC cosmetics and TIGI products

model: Swantje c/o MUGA Models (http://www.muga-model.com)

FEATURED FASHION

http://www.malmsten.com

http://quayeyeware.com.au

http://www.asos.com

http://www.rouge-designs.com

http://www.whistles.co.uk

http://www.ohmylovelondon.com

http://www.hm.com

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer: Emmanuel Sanchez-­‐Monsalve
www.emmanuelsmonsalve.com
www.facebook.com/emmanuelsmonsalve

Instagram:
emmanuelsmonsalve

Hair & Makeup: Briana Chapman
www.brianachapman.com
www.facebook.com/brianachapmanHMUA
Instagram:
brianadchapman

Fashion Stylist: Quentin Tommie
www.quentintommie.com
Instagram:
quinnyquake

Model: Andrea Marcaccini
Wilhelmina Miami
www.wilhelmina.com
I LOVE Models
www.ilovemodelsmanagement.com
Instagram:
andreamarcaccini

FEATURED FASHION

www.clubmonaco.com
www.prada.com
www.louisvuitton.com
www.americanapparel.com
www.zara.com

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER INTERVIEW

1. How does this collection speak to you? How did it come about? What did you
want this to say to your audience? The main inspiration was nature and it’s serenity. We wanted the model to express a meditative state of mind- creating a space in which he can interact with nature. The location we used was at the Everglades in Miami. We wanted to go far away from the
congested beach and downtown area as possible.

2. What do you find to be the most difficult when bringing a team of artists together
to create a cohesive look? How do you pick the right team? It’s imperative to select the group of artist that works well in following your vision. I
always look not only into their work, but their personality. It needs to all come together in working with a team.

3. As an editorial artist, what do you feel is one of the biggest mistakes beginners
tend to make?
I think beginners are so wrapped around getting a “pretty” picture, instead of thinking
about the whole story and the different compositions of a photo.

4 How would you describe your artistic style?
My artistic style is always changing. I’m still growing as a photographer and experimenting with different techniques is crucial for my aesthetic.

5 Do you prefer to be behind the camera or in front of it?
I prefer to be behind the camera.

6. What is your greatest weakness; your greatest strength?
My greatest weakness is that I’m too nice. My greatest strength I think has to be my communication skills.

7. What misconceptions do you think outsiders have about fashion and beauty editorials?  They really don’t see the amount of effort that is put into creating an editorial. They think it’s extremely easy and takes no time.

8. What is your secret to keeping a happy balanced life while following your passion?
No matter the situation, I keep my mindset positive and eyes focused on the bigger dream.

9. Music feeds the soul and often motivates. What music are you playing while you are shooting?
My music spectrum is very broad. So I leave it up to the model to choose the music. Its
mostly something hype and energetic.

10. Words to live by?
“I am who I am. Your approval isn't needed…”

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer : Kreerath Sunittramat      

www.kreerath.com      

Stylist : Plu Sayampol            

Make up : Torrop Singanipar        

http://www.torratymakeup.com

Producer : Bank Natdanai            

http://www.bankmakeup.com

Tyreem @ Major Model Management  

Kyle @ Major Model Management   

http://www.majormodel.com

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER INTERVIEW

1. How does this collection speak to you? How did it come about? What did you want this to say to your audience? 

The idea of the editorial came from shopping a gift to my nephew at Toy r us. I saw so many cute toys and dolls. So, I decide to match it with model to create a contrast between masculinity and softness.

2. How do you find the most difficult when bringing a team of artists together to create a cohesive look? How do you pick the right team? 
    
Trust is the most difficult part. Most people love to work with safe idea. I find that taking risk is very challenging. Right team is about chemistry and skill set which everyone puts on to the shooting. 

3.  As an editorial artist, what do you feel is one of the biggest mistakes beginners tend to make?

I think mistake is very good thing because we can learn from mistake more than success. Everyone makes mistake. Just don’t give it up. Or ever if you give up, you need to stand up again quickly. 

4. How would you describe your artistic style?
    
My style is more toward clean and avant garde. It should be simple, clean with some kind of punch in one image, either from styling or lighting.

5. Do you prefer to be behind the camera or in front of it? 

Absolutely behind!!!! Nowadays I am very bored of selfie generation where you can see everyone face everywhere. It is also irony that I am doing fashion photography which show face at the same time.

6. What is your greatest weakness; your greatest strength? 
    
Weakness – Male model / Strength – Male model 

7. What misconceptions do you think outsiders have about fashion and beauty editorials? 
    
Putting red lip color to female model and show male shirtless.

8. What is your secret to keeping a happy life while following your passion?

Love in what you are doing and never give up.

9. Music feeds the soul and often motivates. What music are you playing while you are shooting?

A simple answer is top40 on Pandora. A complicated answer depends on the mood of the shooting.

10. Words to live by?

 My work is good, even you do not like someone does!!!

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer – Damien Carney @ www.damiencarney.com

Hair – Damien Carney @ www.damiencarney.com 

Make up – Aeriel D’andrea Payne using MAC Cosmetics – www.aerieldandrea.com 

Wardrobe -  Rod Novoa @ www.rodnovoa.com

Models – Indre@qmodels.com - Snow @qmodels.com - Veronika@rednyc.com

FEATURED HAIR STYLIST INTERVIEW

1. Stylists are very sharp on their artistic visual direction. What do you find to be the most difficult when bringing a team of artists together?

Having too many ideas—that can often cause confusion to the rest of the team and/or distract from the original concept. But sometimes that’s okay; after all, it’s better to have many ideas rather than none! It’s about learning to control that burst of creative energy and nurturing the harmony and chemistry within a team—you can make it work for you or it can go against you. The magic really happens when you are able to work with a team on a regular basis. Then you get to understand each personality and what they can bring to the shoot.

2. When sending your work out for the world to see, what do you hope your element of the project says to the viewers?

There are different forms of beauty, fashion and imagery. I’m a hairdresser first and foremost and have been shooting my own collections. I’m enjoying this journey. I don’t see hair as simply head and shoulders, I always see the total look head to toe—I like to do hair in a non-obvious way. I like to break out of the ordinary hair mold. If you like it, great! But if you don’t, that’s okay, too. 

3. What were the best editorial words of wisdom or advice that stand out to you now? Who handed you these pearls and how do you apply it to your professional career?

It’s not necessarily how you shoot, although that’s very important. It’s more in what you’re shooting. The overall quality—e.g. model, make up, photography, etc.—it all has to become one vision; each artist contributes to the bigger picture. A good friend of mine was a beauty editor at Marie Claire. “Keep it beautiful at all times,” she said, regardless of whether it’s a complex shoot or a simple shoot. The bottom line is that it should draw the viewer in. 

4. On set, there are often last minute choices, situations...but what do you feel is a common mistake artists make?

Doing too much and not knowing when to stop. It’s all about balance, proportion and vision; sometimes you just need to go with your instincts. One needs to know when to push things more and also when to pull back. If you don’t like something you’ve done, then change it! Don’t be too concerned about listening to others around you. Listen to yourself—what does your heart tell you?

5. Regarding artistic visual direction... What do you find most difficult when bringing a team of artists together?

That the team should be and is all on the same bus—some on top, one driving, some on upper level, some on lower. But we’re all on the same journey, we all have a team vision. I live in NYC so the energy and quality of the teams is great, NYC has great energy. It’s competitive in a good way and it keeps all of us artists on our toes. I try to work with the same team, that way we can all grow and add to the project in hand. I like to listen and see how others view what I’m into.  

6. Sharing knowledge not only grows our industry but showcases talent and strong work ethic, as well. Who is your mentor? What was the most valuable lesson they taught you?

Trevor Sorbie, Hairdresser extraordinaire! 
I agree it’s important to mentor, pass on knowledge and share. Give back. 
Trevor is brilliant with hair, both technically and creatively—a rare balance. Usually, one is better at one skill versus another. He just loved what he did, hair. No agenda, no attitude. Just a great human being. I’m so glad I had the opportunity to work alongside him and benefit from his knowledge and wisdom. 

7. As an editorial artist, what do you feel is one of the biggest mistakes beginners tend to make? 

Too much product in the hair! Overly “done” hair or hair that is overriding the concept or story can steal the show, but not in the best way for the project as a whole. Hair should complement the rest of the team’s work. Unless you’re shooting a hair story, striking the right balance of just enough and not too little is key. Ask yourself: is your work tasteful, current and relevant? Hairstyling should always be in context with fashion. Fashion moves regardless, so it’s important to stay aware and fresh. Sometimes fashion doesn’t change that much for a period of time. Then, all of a sudden, it does a huge turn! It’s all about the detail. But that’s all a learning curve. Trust me, I’ve made many of those kinds of mistakes. I look back on certain things and say, “Ouch! What was I thinking?”

8. How would you describe your artistic style? What has influenced your work the most?

Individual, refreshing and unique with a DC twist! (I think…I hope! LOL!) That’s a difficult one—I’ll let others decide. I’m all or nothing. Super natural or super fake, super strong or super soft. I love fashion and photographers. Past, present and now. I love watching how fashion changes. I especially love how photographers capture fashion, texture, volume, dimension, form and everything else. Clothes are amazing, they can change everything!  

9. What 3 items would you never do a shoot without?

1. Hairspray, extra strong! I can shape and glue anything and also create ultra natural looks, too. 
2. Marylin or Mason and Pearson brushes are magic wands when it comes to styling hair. I can do most things with one of these brushes. 
3. My great assistants! They put up with my crap and read what I need or want before I even know it! They are the backbone of my brain, my emotions, moods, etc. I love them!  

10. Have you ever had an "OMG, what the hell am I doing here?!" moment? Share.

When I was in Paris years ago doing Fashion Week couture. It wasn’t OMG in a negative “I’ve got to get out of here” way. It was “OMG there’s such and such super models. There’s such and such photographers, editors, etc.!” It was “OMG this is why I’ve worked so hard, I’m getting there!” But not “I’ve arrived!” You never arrive anywhere—if you do it’s all over. One should always be moving to newer, greater heights. 

11. What do people find most surprising about you?

That I’m so nice, easy, flexible and fun! That sounds a bit like I’m blowing my own trumpet! I’m a simple, ordinary person that had a lot of amazing help and incredible mentors to help me get where I am today; I will never forget that. I always try to make people laugh, but I’m not a constant joker. I love my career and I’m very focused, but humor and fun makes it all the more interesting. You’ll get more out of life and the people around you if you’re nice and pleasant. What you give out, you get back!  

12. What is one of your #hairstylist problems?
“I can never just run out for coffee with my hair all messed up, it always has to be done and styled or my credibility has gone right out the window! LOL !!!!!!! #hairdresserproblems!”

13. I knew I was in love with fashion when….   

When I met JPG, TOM FORD, KARL LAGERFIELD, ALEXANDER McQUEEN—ENOUGH SAID! 

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer: Severine Queyras
www.severinequeyras.it
www.facebook.com/pages/Studio-­‐QUEYRAS/139821126198379
http://studioqueyras.tumblr.com

Hair&Make Up: Claudio Ferri
http://claudioferri.com

Stylist: Manuela Segimiro
http://manuela-­‐segimiro.tumblr.com

Set Designer: Gianna Loffredo

Post Production: Valentina Larussa
www.valentinalarussa.it

Model: Ana
Castello
@ 2morrow
www.2morrowmodel.it

FEATURED FASHION

http://www.byblos.it/ BYBLOS
http://www.givenchy.com/en/ GIVENCHY
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rise-Up/369237306524902?ref=ts&fref=ts / RISE-UP
http://www.saucony.com/store/SiteController/saucony/originals / SAUCONY JAZZ
http://www.msgm.it/ / MSGM
http://www.whitegalleryroma.com/ / WHITE GALLERY
http://www.vionnet.com/ / VIONNET
http://veronicatoscano.it/it/ / VERONICA TOSCANO
http://www.issalondon.com/ / ISSA LONDON
http://home.emiliopucci.com/ / EMILIO PUCCI

FEATURED ARTISTS

PHOTOGRAPHER
Alice Fisher
www.alicefisher.co.uk

STYLIST
Adelaide Turnbull
www.adelaideturnbull.com

HAIR & MAKE UP
Salina Thind
www.salinathind.com

MODEL
Katya Kuznetsova
Premier model management
www.premiermodelmanagement.com

FEATURED FASHION

www.topshop.com
www.zara.com/uk
www.corneliawebb.com/en
www.whistles.co.uk
www.riverisland.com
www.jbrandjeans.com
www.filippa-k.com/en
www.asos.com
www.tabio.com/uk
www.londonrebel.co.uk

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER INTERVIEW 

How does this collection speak to you? How did it come about? What did you want this to say to your audience?
1. The concept for this shoot began with the colour palette. The teal and grey background mixed with the textures of metallics and pastels. Together with our stylist Adelaide Turnbull the theme really developed. Down to the last ring she nailed the look and created a beautiful colour scheme to compliment the model and clothing. Overall it’s about a simple beauty.

What do you find to be the most difficult when bringing a team of artists
together to create a cohesive look? How do you pick the right team?
2. Right from the get go everybody involved had the look and feel spot on and essentially that is was makes for a great shoot. It’s important to be surrounded by a team that are just as enthusiastic as you are.
As an editorial artist,

What do you feel is one of the biggest mistakes beginners tends to makes?
3. Over thinking, over doing. Stripping everything back can be just as effective.

How would you describe your artistic style
4. I generally love clean and simple looks but photography is so vast I would never restrict myself to one thing

Do you prefer to be behind the camera or in front of it?
5. Behind the camera, 100%

What is your greatest weakness; your greatest strength?
6. My weakness, over analysing, my strength, over analysing

What misconceptions do you think outsiders have about fashion and beauty editorials?
7. The work of putting together a shoot is just hard as the actually shoot itself. It takes a huge amount of effort to put together the right team, to find the right location, to get the perfect model. It can be exhausting but when it all falls into place it’s completely worth it.

What is your secret to keeping a happy balanced life while following your
passion?
8. If i’m not shooting, retouching or editing, i’m usually thinking about shooting, retouching and editing. Sometimes it’s hard to switch off but I believe I have a good balance between work and hobby

Music feeds the soul and often motivates. What music are you playing while you are shooting?
9. I finally committed to Spotify so my choice is now endless but two songs currently on repeat are The Avener/Fade out lines and Klangkarussell/Sonneentanz

Words to live by?
10. Live, forget the words

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photography:  BILLY WINTERS WWW.BILLYWINTERS.COM

Stylist:  AUTUMN ADDAME @ DARK GARDEN CORSETRY

Manicurist:  MICHELE VELLA@AUBRI BALK

Hair:  STEVE ELIAS & JAYMZ MAREZ

Makeup:  JONATHAN MENDEZ & CHRISTIAN ALVAREZ

Models:

BOBBY@exalt

JON VON@city

SUHK@exalt

RYAN@castimages

SHANE@look

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photography by Sequoia Emmanuelle
Make-up by Debra Macki (assisted by Julie Brooks)
Hair by Sarah Diaz
Styling by Ferriss Mason
Model: Alexandra Mathews and Sarah Marie Hiker

Make up products used:
Make Up For Ever flash palette 
Make Up For Ever HD setting powder
Urban Decay Supercurl Mascara.

FEATURED MAKEUP ARTISTS INTERVIEW

1.What do you hope your contribution to the project says to the viewers?

I hope my contribution inspires people to try new things.

2.How has working with a team benefited you aside from strengthening your skills?

Working with an editorial team is a culmination of the original inspiration. Working with a good team is not one person's solo vision, it truly is the team's vision. It pushes you to step outside your comfort zone and see things through the other people's perspective.

3.What is some good advice for Makeup Artists striving to work in this industry?

Know your worth and be educated. 

Don't discount your rates. It ruins it for the industry as a whole when artists don't know their worth. 

I hear too many times "There are no rules in makeup". There is a right way and a wrong way to do something.

4.What do you find to be the most rewarding and difficult when working with a team of artists to meet a common look?

The most rewarding is achieving the look. The most challenging is not knowing the artists on the team ahead of time. If I'm working on a team and I know the artists and their strengths, it's much easier.

5.How do you plan for the unexpected?

I plan for the unexpected by having a great kit. I can mix any color even if I don't have it because I know color theory.  

6.What do you feel is a common mistake Makeup Artists make?

A common mistake makeup artists make is to get their "education" from YouTube. YouTube is fabulous for inspiration, but not education. I see it with my students. They pick up really bad habits. 

7.What advanced classes have you taken that you feel has helped you the most?

I have taken many classes but I was never impressed by them that is why I started teaching classes for makeup artists. I learned most of what has made me successful the hard way. So many "Pro" artists lack basic makeup education. I wanted to make a difference when I saw bad habits passed off as technique. 

8.What do you say to those who don’t feel education is important throughout their career?

Education/inspiration is very important throughout your career. In the beginning you master theory and technique but you shouldn't drop the ball there. As artists we need to stay inspired. 

9.How do you keep your style fresh?

I keep my style fresh by doing editorials and constantly looking for inspiration all around me and at fashion week. We need to stay 10 steps ahead of the general public.

10.What would you say you have learned of most value through your experiences as a Makeup Artist?

The most valuable thing I've learned as a makeup artist is how profoundly you can affect someone by making them feel beautiful. How can you ever get sick of that? 

11.How would you describe your style?
Conceptual.  I like to create makeup looks that are visual and 3-dimensionally interesting; meaning there’s subtle layers of complexity in every application

I like to think of myself as a chameleon. I love that each team I work with pulls something different out in me. I've been told I have great range and I think that is one of the best compliments a makeup artist can get.

12.How did you get your start in the editorial world? How hard or easy was it for you to build your career?

If you push yourself hard to build a strong portfolio, editorials follow. I worked on my book for a long time before editorial opportunities were available to me. 

13.What has been the most amazing opportunity you have had in this industry so far?

I wouldn't say one opportunity was the most amazing. I've had many amazing opportunities throughout my career.  I've worked with Rihanna, Cyndi Lauper, Jenny Mccarthy, Maria Menounos, traveled to Monaco, had lunch at Dr. Oz's house with People Magazine, and did a shoot in a 25 million dollar mansion, to name just a few. I've also worked with brides who cried because they never felt so beautiful. Any opportunity to touch someone's life in a positive way or to travel and work with amazing talent is something to be grateful for. 

14.What colors are you in love with right now?

Colors to an artist are like their children. You can't have a favorite but you secretly do.. ha ha. Purple is always my go to. Orchid is the color of the year! 

15.What inspires you?

I find inspiration all around me. Walking down the street, looking at a flower, a sunset, the ocean! That's what I love Instagram. I photograph beautiful things I see in my day and look back at it for inspiration.

16.Next BIG goal? 

I want to work internationally more. I would love to live in Paris for 6 months. 

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer - Jennifer Dickinson - www.jenniferdickinson.ca  

Twitter @jdickinsonphoto

Instagram @jdickinsonphotography

Makeup & Hair - Angie Di Battista - www.angiedibattista.com

Twitter @angiedibattista

Instagram @angiedib

Fashion Stylist - Vanessa Sanchez - www.sanchezstylist.wordpress.com

Instagram @sanchezstylist

Model - Robyn Williamson represented by Fenton Moon and Lang Models

www.fentonmoon.com and www.langmodels.com

FEATURED FASHION

http://www.aldoshoes.com / ALDO
http://www.aritzia.com / BABATON
http://www.bcbg.com / BCBG MAX AZRIA
http://www.fendi.com / FENDI
http://www.frenchconnection.com / FRENCH CONNECTION
http://www.maje.com / MAJE
http://www.guessbymarciano.guess.com / MARCIANO
http://www.us.sandro-paris.com / SANDRO
http://www.topshop.com / TOPSHOP
http://www.vincecamuto.com / VINCE CAMUTO
http://www.aritzia.com / WILFRED
http://www.zara.com / ZARA

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER INTERVIEW

1. How does this collection speak to you? How did it come about? What did you want this to say to your audience?

The idea was to create classic, yet modern images. I wanted to convey simplicity and luxury. 

2. What do you find to be the most difficult when bringing a team of artists together to create a cohesive look? How do you pick the right team?

Sometimes it can be difficult because everyone has a different eye. I find it helpful to have a face-to-face meeting with the team and reference mood boards to make sure everyone is on the same page. 

3. As an editorial artist, what do you feel is one of the biggest mistakes beginners tend to make?

Quality control. I think some beginners can be really impatient and want to be published immediately -- and while some do have the talent, it takes time and practice to develop the eye for quality. 

4. How would you describe your artistic style?

In one word; clean. 

5. Do you prefer to be behind the camera or in front of it?

Definitely behind; I'm a photographer, I like taking photographs, not being the subject of them! 

6. What is your greatest weakness; your greatest strength?

I'm a perfectionist. Sometimes I can take longer than anticipated working on a set of images because of this! 

7. What misconceptions do you think outsiders have about fashion and beauty editorials?

A lot of people think it's all glitz and glamour -- it's not! It's often full days of shooting, and while it is fun, there is a lot of work involved. 

8. What is your secret to keeping a happy balanced life while following your passion?

I don't know if I have a secret… I love what I do so much and I live it and breathe it, which keeps me happy! 

9. Music feeds the soul and often motivates. What music are you playing while you are shooting?

I grew up in the 90's so I'm obsessed with boy bands and Britney Spears. I also really like chill electro music, like SBTRKT. 

10. Words to live by?

Don't think, just do. 

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer:

Frank Louis

Website:  www.franklouis.com

Instagram: franklouisphoto

Twitter: franklouisphoto

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/frank.louis.photo

Make Up Artist:

Rudy Miles for beautybyrudy

Website: www.rudymiles.com

Instagram:  beautybyrudy

Twitter:  beautybyrudy

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/rudy.miles?fref=ts

Hair Stylist:

Wedlyne G

Website: 

Instagram: hairbywedlyne

Twitter:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hairbywedlyne.gilles?fref=ts

Nail Stylist:

Ajahmure Clovis for hernailsrock

Website:

Instagram:  hernailsrock

Twitter:

Facebook:

Photographer’s Assistant:

Website: www.danielrampulla.com

Instagram:  Ihadaneviltwin

Twitter:

Facebook:

FEATURED MAKEUP ARTISTS INTERVIEW

1.What do you hope your contribution to the project says to the viewers?
I hope the viewer is able to feel something organic from the makeup in the project; I hope it evokes an emotion, whatever that means for each individual.   

2.How has working with a team benefited you aside from strengthening your skills?
Working with a team really contributes to the creative process for me.  Once I design and develop a makeup concept, the team’s reactions and connections to that concept help it to become a reality.  It’s the first step towards manifesting the look and bringing it to life.  

3.What is some good advice for Makeup Artists striving to work in this industry?
GET EDUCATED and coached in a classroom setting!  It’s very difficult to develop your own style of makeup artistry if you’ve only studied how to do some other artists’ techniques.  Artists learn so much more about developing a style if they can connect the makeup techniques to big picture concepts like color theory, texture and placement.  

4.What do you find to be the most rewarding and difficult when working with a team of artists to meet a common look?
I find it most rewarding when any one aspect of the shoot (hair, nail, wardrobe, lighting) can inspire the direction for the rest of the team.  I find it most difficult to work with a team that is not able to try the unexpected and create in the raw of the moment.  

5.How do you plan for the unexpected?
I plan for the unexpected by being detached from the process.  If I have a concept in mind but it evolves into something completely opposite, I can work with that because it is about the work that must be released from me, not about me.  

6.What do you feel is a common mistake Makeup Artists make?
A common mistake makeup artists make is having no range of talent.  So often I speak with makeup artists who think every photo shoot requires heavy contouring and highlighting, false lashes, lip gloss and the like.  Many artists don’t have or understand restraint and subtly and the beauty of painting face for the face you’re working on, not just for the sake of picking up your brush.  

7.What advanced classes have you taken that you feel has helped you the most?
The MAC Pro classes I’ve taken with makeup artists James Kaliardos and Linda Mason were amazing.  Both of these artists spoke so eloquently and passionately about the creative process and their body of work.  They also didn’t have the artistic blocks and constraints that sometimes accompany the craft.  It’s an honor to get to watch such artists create right before your eyes.  They reminded me that is it indeed art, every time. 

8.What do you say to those who don’t feel education is important throughout their career?
If you’re doing what you did last season, you’re already out dated.  Education is critical to not only stay ahead of trends but to even be able to put yourself in a creative space to possibly be a movement maker, not just a trend setter.  This industry is ever evolving and so should we as artists, ideally.    

9.How do you keep your style fresh?
I stay fresh by staying inspired and free.  I look for inspiration in the everyday and rarely from current magazine layouts since they are already printed and actually not ‘new’ at all.  Product technology, ingredients and performance are also huge influences as they often drive techniques I develop and looks I want to try.  Again, I don’t box myself in so I don’t have to try to think outside the box; there is no box.  

10.What would you say you have learned of most value through your experiences as a Makeup Artist?
Let your work speak for itself.  People will always have opinions about you as a person but your work should be indisputable.  One may say,”Oh, I don’t like that style of makeup,” but never be able to say, “This artist can’t do makeup.”

11.How would you describe your style?
Conceptual.  I like to create makeup looks that are visual and 3-dimensionally interesting; meaning there’s subtle layers of complexity in every application.  

12.How did you get your start in the editorial world? How hard or easy was it for you to build your career?
I’m forever thankful to makeup artist Ana Marie Rizzieri who was key for me having my first national for Arden B. shot by photographer Walter Chin.  I thought I was assisting her on the day of the shoot but she gave me a model to work with for the day instead.  From there, as Global Creative Director for Makeup, I did makeup for many of the major beauty campaigns for Aveda Corporation which further built my book.  As I built relationships in the industry, I built my career.  Leading shows for designers like Zang Toi at New York Fashion Week also adds a layer of credibility to my body of work.  

The difficulty comes sometimes when clients hire me without understanding my work or expecting me to do makeup from some picture that they show me; not going to happen.  

13.What has been the most amazing opportunity you have had in this industry so far?
Visiting the Yawanawa Indians for 3 days deep in the Brazilian Rainforest is definitely one of the highest highs of my career.  From this amazing visit into their village where I learned their sacred face painting art, I left so inspired and was able to translate the visit into new packaging, products and partnership agreement for the Aveda Corporation Uruku makeup collection.  Tashka, the Yawanawa Chief, is still a dear friend today.  

14.What colors are you in love with right now?
I am loving muted colors right now; mauves, lavender, greys, brown mustard yellow.  These colors feel sophisticated and moody to me yet lighthearted.  For the lips, I’m loving brights, semi-matte and matte textures.  

15.What inspires you?
Textures. Nature. Technology/formulation. Makeup ingredients.  I am very inspired by the product I am working with as that opens the door to usage and techniques.  Being in love with life means moments of inspiration are most common in the everyday activity of just being.  

16.Next BIG goal? 
The beautybyrudy EYE LASH CURLER is my obsession right now.  Last year, I received a U.S. patent for a new lash curler design; I’ve basically re-invented the lash curler!  This revolutionary, high end design doesn’t use the traditional plate system to bend and press the lashes, it actually has a curler/roller system to curl the lashes effectively.  I’m thrilled that we have found a design engineer to help with design so that we can get a prototype made and move towards production. I can’t wait to launch it!  

Thank You,
Rudy Miles

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer: Fernando Gomez \ www.fernando-gomez.com
Make-up: Nuria Cespedes for Bobbi Brown \ www.nuriacespedes.com
Hair: Nuria Cespedes for GHD
Nails: Rosa Matilla \ http://rosamatillamakeup.tumblr.com
Model: Amanda S @ Trend models

FEATURED MAKEUP ARTIST INTERVIEW

1.What do you hope your contribution to the project says to the viewers?
The pleasure of seeing a work done with enthusiasm and team work.

2.How has working with a team benefited you aside from strengthening your skills?
Working with a team is always very rewarding, I've worked with the photographer a couple of times and we get along
really nice so it's always very easy and fun experience.

3.What is some good advice for Makeup Artists striving to work in this industry?
Perseverance and enthusiasm, and patience. Mostly patience.

4.What do you find to be the most rewarding and diff icult when working with a team of artists to meet a common look?
It´s exciting and challenging to work in a team of artists, you always learn something new!

5.How do you plan for the unexpected?
With Imagination!!

6.What do you feel is a common mistake Makeup Artists make?
None… we are perfect… ha,ha, ha, just kidding…. I really wouldn´t know

7.What advanced classes have you taken that you feel has helped you the most?
Everyday's work experiences are the most advanced classes you can take.

8.What do you say to those who don’t feel education is important throughout their career?
Life is a ride, don´t loose the opportunity to learn!!

9.How do you keep your style fresh?
Working with high quality products.

10.What would you say you have learned of most value through your experiences as a Makeup Artist?

Beauty is everywhere.

11.How would you describe your style?
I prefer my work to speak for itself.

12.How did you get your start in the editorial world? How hard or easy was it for you to build your career?
I started with an makeup artists agency… The beginnings are always diff icult… I've found that the only key is work,
work and more work.

13.What has been the most amazing opportunity you have had in this industry so far?
Every opportunity is a good one, I really can't pick one.

14.What colors are you in love with right now?
I'm in love with Red, Orange, Yellow, Blue…

15.What inspires you?
Art and nature

16.Next BIG goal?
Keep working and strive for perfection!

FEATURED ARTISTS

Hair Stylist: Chloe Hegan

Photography: Carl Keeley

Make Up: Caity Williams @ Chumba

Styling: Vinnie Ruatoe

Chumba.com.au

FEATURED HAIRSTYLIST

Collection: ‘Bushido’
By Chloe Hegan
Bushido - The code by which a Samurai Warrior lives by.
‘Bushido’ is a collection Inspired by the Japanese Samurai and the Inner-Warrior in all of us, a tribute to the Strength and Beauty of Females.
The use of modern Materials, Soft swept hair with the Poise and Power of Linear Shapes demands your attention. Collectively these images are aesthetically pleasing to the eye - simple and elegant with raw details a visual feast. Elaborate clothes styling compliments my the Avante Garde hair vision. The Process of creating ‘Bushido’ allowed me to explore an element within hairdressing I’d been yet to express myself in.
A collection which truly shows my growth and development as a hairdresser, my own dedication piece to a truly inspiring industry.

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer : Meiji Nguyen – www.meijinguyen.com
Make-up Artist : Sandy Tau
Hair Stylist : Franco Vallelonga - http://www.francovallelonga.com

Maddy @ Vivien’s Model Management
Claire @ Vivien’s Model Management 
Meg @ Vivien’s Model Management

FEATURED ARTISTS

Photographer: Anna Daki
www.annadaki.com
fb: Anna Daki Photography
Insta: annadaki

Make-up and hair: Michael Mayer
www.makeupartist-mayer.de

Model: Zlata @Core Artist Management Hamburg
http://core-management.eu/news/

FEATURED PHOTOGRAPHER INTERVIEW 

1. How does this collection speak to you? How did it come about? What did you want this to say to your audience?

The shoot is about unconventional beauty, so that's why I tried to
go for effortless clothes , just black and simple. I wanted to show
uncovered beauty, natural, like the one you can spot on the streets
in everyday life.

2. What do you find to be the most difficult when bringing a team of artists together to create a cohesive look? How do you pick the right team?
Team it's a complicated process, it takes some time to find right
professional people who can understand your idea. Its not hard to
find them, you just need to search and network all the time.
Personally I have great people to work with in different countries
like Germany, England , Italy , Ukraine . Like absolutely the best
model agents , stylists, makeup artists. And I think that's very
important in fashion photography . But also sometimes I love to do
shoots completely alone with a model,it's also quite special, for
example when the person is shy and wants to be alone in the studio.

3. As an editorial artist, what do you feel is one of the biggest mistakes beginners tend to make?
Most of the photographers that come to me have almost always the
same problems, 

First: they think they are fabulous and ask how can they get in to
vogue with the portfolio that consists of 4 images.
The only response to this is always: hard work and hard work
again. Then you might get to your first magazine, and work your
way up to Vogue. Lack of responsibility and speed. Our crazy world is all about getting the job done and getting it done efficiently whilst
maintaining the quality and your deadlines.
And the last but not the least: So many talented people don't have
any belief in themselves. They don't have a goal or a plan how to
become successful, they just expect it to happen as if by magic.
Personally I think that in any career, not just fashion, this is the
key. If you fail to plan, plan to fail.

4. How would you describe your artistic style?
It's always very hard to say something about yourself , but I would
say that my style is classic. I'm not a fan of ugly photo style, I'm
always trying capture beauty. Of course there is a place to admire Juergen Teller, but my heart belongs to Helmut Newton.
I am still searching for my style, but I believe that you will never be
complete as an artist. You always wonder for new sources of
inspiration, strive to achieve new horizons and just simple never
stop learning.

5. Do you prefer to be behind the camera or in front of it?
I personally as a photographer of course prefer to be behind the
camera, I think that's suits me the most.

6. What is your greatest weakness; your greatest
strength?
I have one big weakness... It's chocolate ice cream. My greatest strength is that I don't afraid to take big risks and make a big decisions. Life starts outside of your comport zone. That is definitely about me.

7. What misconceptions do you think outsiders have
about fashion and beauty editorials?
The biggest misconception is that people think that all models are
perfect and have a perfect bodies and skin but behind this photos
there's a lot of work of make up artist and photographer and
model of course. The editorial shoot it's like a machine which can't work without lots of components.

8. What is your secret to keeping a happy balanced life
while following your passion?
For me the balance is to do something for my soul every week, like
I'm doing horse riding and drawing, also of course sports yoga etc.
You need those like food for your soul, otherwise stress and crazy
work load can easily drive you into depressed state or an
emotional breakdown.

9. Music feeds the soul and often motivates. What music are you playing while you are shooting?
Usually the stylist thinks about the music on the photo stage or
the model if she wants something specific, my music styles not
everyone loves and understands. For example I love sometimes very
classic philharmonic orchestra or very epic music style , rarely
something mainstream. In the process of the shoot I'm so much
focused on it so sometimes I don't even realize if there is music or
not. So it always better that someone else is responsible for the
music.

10. Words to live by?
Find your passion and conquer the world!