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Welcome to my makeup artistry profile page. This page features my makeup work, along with some of my hair styling work. More of my hair styling work, including work in which I was not the makeup artist, may be seen on my hair stylist portfolio.
I am also a jewelry, accessory & prop designer; stylist & model.
Additionally, I offer professional retouching and graphic design services at a reasonable rate. You can view my other work on the profiles linked below. Additional samples of my work are available upon request. My portfolio in each area is extensive.
My main focus at the present time, Acailawen Designs:
MAKEUP ARTIST OVERVIEW
I am proficient with many styles of makeup ranging from dramatic, artistic beauty to standard commercial looks for men and women. Hair styling services are also available.
At present, I am only doing very limited side work as a makeup artist, as I am currently focusing on my work as a jewelry, accessory and prop designer. I also work as a photo stylist (concept, product, fashion & food) which is also limiting my availability at this time. I do not anticipate accepting any ongoing work as a makeup artist in the near future, but may accept limited side work as a makeup artist as my schedule permits. My ability to accept test shoots is incredibly limited. I am not currently accepting unpaid tests outside of shoots for my jewelry designs. I just do not have the time.
NOTE: If I am unavailable for a project, I will gladly refer you to another makeup artist whom I trust. Please be aware that most of them only accept paid assignments.
NOTE: Please do not leave specific job requests, particularly testing/TFP requests, in my tag section. I'd prefer to keep my portfolio page spam free. Saying you'd like my work and would enjoy working with me at some point in the future is always appreciated, of course. But specific job requests should be sent to me via email with job specifics included. They should not be left on my page. Thanks.
» Your name and contact information;
» Client/campaign information, if applicable;
» Conceptual direction and goals of shoot;
» Proposed date, location and duration of shoot;
» A description of the location where I will work;
» What you are asking me to provide for the shoot;
» Who else will be involved with the shoot;
» Intended usage of images acquired from shoot;
» A link to your work
» A link to the work of other parties involved, if possible;
PLEASE NOTE: The more specific you are in your inquiry, the easier it will be for me to send you an accurate quote.
A note to models to help make things easier on all involved:
» Be prepared for your shoot.
» Come with your face freshly washed and moisturized (oil-free lotion)
» If the shoot is outdoors and you must use sunblock, use it at least 45 minutes prior to shooting to prevent glare.
» Make sure your hair is freshly washed, conditioned and free of any styling products. (Sometimes, "day-old" hair is easier to work with. If I will be doing your hair and need you to wash it the day prior to the shoot and not the day we shoot, I will let you know.)
» Come with your hair pulled back in a pony tail if it is long, to keep it off of your face while I work.
» Be sure to wear loose fitting clothing and flip flops to prevent lines on the skin.
» If you have any questions, just ask.
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PREFERRED COSMETIC BRANDS (These are the lines that I primarily use, although I do use others)
RCMA
Cinema Secrets
NARS
Makeup Forever
Kryolan
Lorac
I also plan to add Yaby eye shadows to my kit in the near future.
References available upon request
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Other Work Links:
[My design work]
OTHER WORK:
Websites featuring my hair/makeup & styling work and my modeling/vocal work are under construction. I'll post the links here once they're up and running.
Acailawen Designs on Twitter
[Jewelry & Accessories Designed by Andrea Acailawen]
Andrea Acailawen on Twitter
[HMS, Modeling, Vocal Work, Travel Updates & More!]
NOTE: I would prefer to keep my comment section spam-free. Saying you'd like my work and would like to work with me someday is fine. But, please do not spam my comment section, or picture comments, with vote-for-me spam, work solicitations, event announcements, specific TFP requests, etc. If you have a serious inquiry, please send me a PM. All spam tags/comments will be deleted. Thanks.
