BIZ TALK | Why wear makeup for a photoshoot? We explain
It’s a common question: do I HAVE to wear makeup for my photoshoot? While we always advocate for doing what makes you feel your best, there are certain reasons why a little makeup for a photoshoot can be a good idea.
It's not about changing how you look- it's presenting a polished and fresh version of yourself to the camera so that you stand out for all the right reasons.
While you may not be used to wearing much makeup on a daily basis, it is true that we do have to use a little more makeup than what you may be used to for a photoshoot.
There are several reasons for this.
Firstly, cameras are very sophisticated and have very high definition sensors which can pick up every single detail in a face; which is why we often find we do have to wear a bit of makeup just to even everything out and hide some of the things we don't want to see in the final pictures.
Expecting that a photographer will cover up a blemish or tone down red cheeks is unrealistic given that the photographer doesn't have the time to go through every single photo and make the same change- it would take forever!
So getting a face flawless BEFORE getting in front of that lens is of utmost importance.
Cameras also have a habit of making a face look a bit 2D and flat, which is why we often use a gentle hand to give a little contouring, sculpting and highlighting to the face to bring certain planes forward and give definition and dimension.
Lastly, there's also lighting and editing style which can really make your face look different.
Cameras bring a lot of light into the lens which can wash out makeup and colour, which is why we have to add a little more to compensate, particularly if the photographer's editing style is quite light and bright.
As makeup artists, we will define the eyes and make the cheeks and brows just a little stronger so that they don't get 'lost' in the final photos.
So what you think may look like TOO MUCH makeup, or more than you're used to in real life, can look a LOT less subtle on camera.
Your makeup artist will be skilled in applying the right amount of makeup with the end result in mind.
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I LOVE helping women in business feel amazing before a photoshoot and helping them feel on top of their game.
Making you look and feel amazing as you step into your power is the core of what I do.
At Killer Queen, we're here for you every step of the way and want to make your photoshoot as memorable and epic as possible- it's what it's all about.
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