Victorian hairstyles...

Early Victorian hairstyles...

We were introduced to two early Victorian hairstyles in this seminar, finger curls and loose curls featured near the fringe.

I practised the loose curls on a dolls head. 

• I first created barrel curls around the front of the head.
• These were created using a curling tong; section the hair using a comb so each section is the same size. 
• Select a strand/piece of hair, clip the hair on to the curler at the end of the strand then roll down to the root of the head. 
• Leave it on for a couple of seconds then gently remove the curlers ensuring the curls is still in it created barrel shape.
• Secure the curl by clipping it with sectioning clips or grips.

My attempt of the barrel curls.

Example of finger waves...

Creating finger waves...

Products used:

Water spray

Pintail comb

Sectioning clips

Hairdryer

Hairbrush

Hairspray

Hair polish (if needed.)

• Perform your usual consultation on your model.
• Begin by sectioning the hair into two parts, front and back then section the front into two different sections.
• Spray some water onto the front section of hair, the wet texture will help to create shape. (If the hair is dry apply a hair polish to create shine.)
• Take the first section of hair and comb through away from the models face. Make sure you get rid of any fly aways.
• Position your middle finger parallel to the hair and press downwards.
• Brush the model's hair towards the front making sure the middle finger stays in place.
• Position your finger in line with your forefinger and pinch the two together. Use the pintails comb to help raise the hair in between the finger and clip.
• This technique forms the wave. Secure it using a sectioning clips.
• Once the whole section is in a wet styled wave place a hair net over it. Either let it air dry naturally or use heat. (A faster result if you're in a hurry.)
• Once the hair is dry gently/lightly brush through with preferably a wide toothed brush to create a natural effect. Add hairspray to hold the style.

Health and safety:

1. Use products that are suitable for sensitive skin and ask about allergies.
2. Make sure that none of the products go near the models eyes and avoid comb scratches.
3. Keep the water away from any electrical.
4. Keep area tidy and clean.
5. Always check the temperature of the hairdryer before use.

Practicing eyes...

Experimenting and practicing eye application and techniques...

Practising on Nicole in the studio...

Model: Nicole Eyres

I practiced a smokey, cat eye on Nicole. The look didn't translate well through the photographs but we only had a small amount of time to do this in so we were only able to do half a face. If I had been given more time I would have blended the black on the socket of the eye better.

Lottie gave us some good techniques such as to wet/dampen the eye shadow before application so its more of a wet/paste mixture rather than a powder. This enables you to have more control as you can line the eye then blend it out. It also prevents fall out.

Practising some  dark cat eyes and lined flicks on Georgie...

These are some images from my Digital Image Production 2 (FMS404) perfume advertisement shoot. I included a dark smokey eye paired with a dark red lip. Both examples of what I have been trying to perfect above. A dark eye and lip are normally sworn not to be seen together but for this gothic,biker type theme I  was aiming for I thought the dreaded pair would suit.

Model: Georgie Dennis.

Images edited using Photoshop.

Practising Lips...

Experimenting and practising Lip application and techniques...

Model: Nicole Eyres

I created this dark pink lip (its appeared lighter in the image due to flash.)  on Nicole. Its definitely easier to apply lipsticks on people that have naturally fuller lips so it was thankfully easier to apply on Nicole lips.

Yvonne demonstrated how to successfully apply a product to the lip. 

• She suggested lightly adding foundation over the lip when applying a base to the face and then also powdering the lip. This leaves you with a blank canvas. 
• Curve the brush you're using from the crease of the mouth to the cupids bow for a clean, sharp shape.
• Anything to highlight comes naturally forward on the face so apply highlighter to the cupids bow and the center of the bottom lip to enhance/bring forward the lip.



Dirtying down...

How to break down an artist/models make-up. Dirt, stained teeth and dirty hair...

Creating dirty Hair-

• Brylcreem can be used to create a greasy, unwashed look. Rub right into the scalp of the head for full effect.
• Coloured hair sprays are also useful such as grey and brown to create a more out Standish dirt look.
• Hair gel, dry shampoo and even water spray can also be used to create dirty hair.

Model: Elly Firth
This was the finished look after Sue's demonstration.

Tooth enamel (Kryolan)-

• Apply the product with a cotton bud onto the tooth. Remove with methylated spirit. The enamel is available in different colours for different effect e.g Black, Nicotine, Silver, Gold.

Model: Chelsea Gowland

 Model: Anna Garner

Testing the product on myself.

Remover.

Remember to always include moisturiser when blending the supra colours on the face. Use fingers/sponges to drag the colour down the face, this helps create a more effective shape/lines. Include the coloured sprays on the face but always remember to consider the models hands, nails, arms, neck, costume. So that the overall look itself is continued throughout. 



Burns...

Creating burns...

• To create this burn you will need gelatine blood (available from PAM or screen face.) You can also use Jelly crystals from the supermarket if you are on a tight budget.
• Always remember to consider if its a chemical burn, what colour is it, is it crusty?
• Burns stay shiny, if they are from within they can be coloured around the edge. You can use supra colours for this but always remember to blend the colour well.
• Base layer- Gelatine (harmless on the skin), latex or Mastix glue (Spirit gum is needed to remove it.) These can all be used to create the base scar layer.
• Tear the tissue to create the burn effect, avoid harsh corners. Then dab glue or Collodion over the top. Build it up to enable it to sink into the skin. Use a hair dryer on a warm setting to help fix it. Use a cool setting if you are using gelatine. Crinkle/squish the tissue further to create more texture.
• Any texture can be mixed with gelatine but avoid mixing in glitter until you are done melting up the product. 
  

Health and safety:

• Don't put any metal in the microwave (when heating up the blood.)
• Heat the gelatine in the microwave for 40 seconds and shake (it will cool on the outside and warm in the middle.) Smear the product, create a plastic lip, blisters. Then leave it to dry shiny or cover it with make-up, using a porous surface e.g Vaseline or plastic. Cover with latex or gelatine and powder to avoid them sticking together.

Nicole Eyres image.