Makeup artistry is about blending, technique and creativity. There are many details to consider when learning to work with makeup. Once you understand the basics, the next step is to refine to create a look that is uniquely yours.
If you are an aspiring makeup artist or a do it yourself pro, it is important to know how to use beauty tools to achieve the desired look. It also helps to understand makeup and beauty trends to keep your looks current.
There are so many books on the market, many with great information. These are books I feel every makeup artist in addition to those who want to learn more about the artistry of makeup should have.
Making Faces by Kevyn Aucoin
Making Faces continues to be one of the best resources for makeup lovers. In this book, Kevyn Aucoin shares the stars he transforms from pretty to gorgeous. He teaches and shares techniques to help you define your features and enhance your beauty. His work appeared in editorial features, videos, fashion and ad campaigns. He has worked with many celebrities including Sharon Stone, Whitney Houston, Mary Tyler Moore Demi Moore, Nicole Kidman,Tina Turner and Elizabeth Hurley, Kevyn Aucoin is also author of the bestselling books, The Art of Makeup, Face Forward and All About Makeup. Discover how his vision of creating magic continues with a collection of artistry inspired tools and products at Kevyn Aucoin Beauty. His books are available at Amazon.
Scott Barnes is a celebrated makeup artist and innovator within the cosmetics industry.About Face is a compendium of everything make-up artist Scott Barnes has learned during his career working with A-list celebrities including Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Jennifer Aniston. It is packed with techniques for every area of makeup application.
Scott launched his own twenty-one-piece color cosmetic line, Scott Barnes Cosmetics, on QVC in April 2004. Described as “The Glow,” this signature look became known as “lit from within” and helped launch Scott’s best-selling beauty product, Body Bling bronzer.
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