The Diary of a Make-up Artist

• Welcome to my weblog!

This is a weblog where I can put up some of my best work as make-up artist(visagist)/hairstylist. It's great to work with make-up and see how it can really transform people. I've worked with Estee Lauder, Dior, Lancaster and many other major brands but I also do freelance work for media productions such as TV, films, commercials, fashion, editorials, music videos as well as weddings and other special occasions and etc. I hope to reach more people to see my work and hopefully to get more contacts in this area. Feel free to contact me if you are interested either on my mobile or with email.

Disclaimer
I can't guarantee that all of the make-up and skincare products I recommend will suit you. I only use products I personally think are good having tried them on myself and my clients but everyone's skin is different and it's possible to be allergic to anything. Wherever possible, test products out on yourself before purchasing.

You can find some of my work under the 'Blog Archive'. Thanks for visiting.

Saturday, September 06, 2008

Esta

My very first magazine debut, an article about some Dutch entrepeneurs. Wanda, my mentor, suggested that I do the shoot with her. It was fun and really informative. Photographer: Martin Bouwman.

Monday, June 30, 2008

Naomi

This is a project I did with director Steven Geldof of Geldof Film for internet film on http://www.helpmijnhuis.nl/. The talented Naomi played a young lady in distress. The filming was done on a green background which later was digitally imposed to different scenes.

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Liza (Final Exam)

The much awaited final exam. The theme is 'Circus'. This is my finish look for my final make-up (visagie) exam. The look has been enhanced with a few more ideas. I love this look better than the test look (see also under my 'Blog Archive').

Changes has been made in the lip, and eye make-up. I used hair extension to create fullness with her hair. I also added a tulle train to the back of this corset dress. And some butterflies to the hat and the dress.

Friday, June 06, 2008

Yvonne

These shots were made in collaboration with fashion stylist Gillian and photographer Roos Kroes. Clothes: H&M. Accessories: Stylist's own. Model: Yvonne. The look here is modern woman. Structured but yet feminine. Face is clean with a flash of red lips. Hair neatly swept away from the face to accentuate the strong bone structure of the model.

Thursday, May 29, 2008

Gaelle

Gaelle is half Dutch and half Colombian. She reminds me of Eva Longoria. But she is very sweet so don't expect her to be your typical Desperate Housewife. ;) Sultry brown hair and great smile. Her skintone is generally even with freckles which I adore. A little bit of concealer under the eyes and around the nose and very light foundation. I didn't want to hide her beautiful freckles. Accent is given to her eyes but her lips are muted. The rest was more about her smile.

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

Yara

Yara reminds me of Maria Callas in the 60's. She has that elegant face. I started with a clean base and played around with her eyes with a deep olive hue. Eyebrows neatly darkened to match her beautiful raven-black hair. Finally a touch of bright red lips to compliment the monochrome look.

Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Liza (Test)

This is a test make-up for my final exam look. The theme is 'Circus'. My model here is Liza. The look here is ex·ag·ger·at·ed ringmistress. I began with an evened skin as canvas. Colour scheme here is probably what you can find in a circus scene; happy colours. Her hair has been tied up in a tight chignon. This look will be enhanced later for the final exam with more ornaments.