January 11, 2023 - Reading time: 2 minutes

The other day I got asked what a makeup arts does. And to answer that is to go into a couple of different situations where one might be needed. To describe the job itself is senseless because each area needs different talents and understanding. Still, if I were to be general I would say that a person is said to be a makeup artist if they are the ones who apply makeup and, frequently, other types of body painting to prominent figures such as actors, models, singers, dancers, and other people like brides etc.. Additionally, they are frequently requested to create special effects makeup for the stage, as well as for cinema and television, though is is often called an effects artist since they have more experience in that area.

There are a wide variety of contexts and circumstances in which the services of a makeup artist could be required. You may be freelance and find work by advertising your services or you could be employed at a salon. For events such as a wedding or a fashion show, for instance, it is common practice to use the services of a professional makeup artist from either of the two options I listed. Makeup artists may also be required for a photo shoot or a film shoot in order to complete the required work. Additionally, a makeup artist may be hired to work in a theater production, or they could be hired to work on a tv series. Both of these opportunities are possible.

It does not matter what the circumstances are; for a makeup artist, it is essential to have a solid understanding of art in addition to a great understanding of makeup. This is due to the fact that they need to be able to create looks for their customers that are not only stunning but also appear natural and attractive on the customers. It is essential to acquire proper training in the application of makeup as well as in art if one aspires to have a successful career as a makeup artist. In addition to this, it is advantageous to have previous experience dealing with a variety of skin tones and kinds.

March 22, 2022 - Reading time: 2 minutes

I had the chance to watch a fantastic movie recently titled: "Lamb of God." In "Lamb of God," which came out more than a decade ago is an Argentine film directed by Lucía Cedrón tells the story of a family in the context of their life in the 70s. It does so from the perspective of someone from my parent's generation, the gaze of a child, the gaze of those of us who grew up listening to fragments of the story and reconstructing it to make a sort of truth of how they preceived their parents' life. Which, the only trueth a child really ever receives about the life their parents lived when they were young.

It was noted that Lucía worked for more than two years on the script and that it had gone through more than 20 versions. The end result is beautiful and I am thankful that I finally had a chance to watch it (due to a suggestion from a friend). The film is very thoughtful and beautiful. It offers a compassionate look at the characters and a prejudice-free attitude about the past. It is a unbiased window which we are allowed to look through.

In this film, Lucía shows how one of the themes the film addresses is that of silence, those unspoken things within families that course throughout a lifetime. The idea that silence can be an act of love was a shock for me. Like this director, I think this is one of the dumbest and most serious mistakes we make when we deal with people closest to us. It doesn't matter if it is through, crying, kicking, screaming or with a very low voice, it's always better to say things that need to be said.

It's that simple.

"Lamb of God" proves that brilliantly.