Week 11 - Aphrodite shoot

30th March


Here is a preview for my Aphrodite shoot, it went really well today, apart from the model was a little later than I wanted but we managed to get everything done in time. The shooting time was cut down but we definitely had enough time to get some great shots for my book! So, Im pretty happy!

Francesca Rose x

Week 11 - Image Preview of Medusa & Basilisk

Hey everyone :)

I've been working hard on my FMP, a makeup book inspired by Greek Mythology. I recently got some preview images of 2 of my characters, Medusa and the Basilisk.

I would really appreciate your feedback and comments!

Hope you like my work!

Medusa

I really like this picture, I like the layout and think it shows off  the makeup and hair styling really well. My favourite elements in the picture are the cheekbones and the eye makeup, I really like how the colours have come out on camera.

Medusa

This is my favourite image from the Medusa collection, I am so pleased with this photograph, I think its really strong. I love the composition and I love how the makeup and hair look!

Basilisk

Credits:

Makeup & Hair Design/Application: Francesca Rose

Medusa Model: Sophie Garwood

Basilisk Model: Ashleigh Hewitt

Photography: Tom Langford

Week 10 - Intro completed!

22nd March


I have just written my introduction for my book :) Have a read, let me know what you think!

Make-up imagery that is captivating and intriguing is usually something which is out of the ordinary or has not been seen before. The concept of this make-up book was created on the basis of this idea: to create something captivating which intrigues and excites the reader. Many of the make-up books which are on the market seem to fail to open the eye to intense make-up imagery and instead, showcase images of make-up which have been seen before. This too, with the theme of this book.

A gap was seen in the market which related history, art and make-up and how history can be shown through creative mediums, such as make-up. So, it was decided to design and create a book which has been inspired by history and historical characters, taking main elements of these characters and using them to develop make-up plans. The research process for this book has been enjoyable and very fulfilling, it has led to beautiful images inspired by historical stories and art work.   

It has taken me a lot of time and a lot of cutting down to get it down to this and I think it reads well.

Francesca Rose x

Week 10 - Progress Presentation

21st March


So, today is the day of my progress presentation! I have just got back from uni and so I thought this would be the best time to update my blog!


Sharon and Clementine seemed pleased with my progress so far, we discussed how I have done and what I have achieved so far. I was quite pleased as some of my peers had not had any of their images back and I have had a look at 2 lots so far, only previews though! And so, I seemed further along, which was quite reassuring as I feel like all I am doing at the moment is working...


We decided also, that my layout may need to be shrunk as my images are similar it seems that a double page is enough as opposed to two double spreads. I do agree with this as the book may become very repetitive which is not what i want. it would be nice to have some variety and originality within the book. 


I think their feedback was useful in developing my book for the best, I was able to agree with what they said and it helps with my outcome.


I am especially pleased with the response they gave to my images (Medusa & Basilisk). They were supportive and constructive with what they said, which was helpful.


Great advice and support!


Francesca Rose :)

Week 9 - Basilisk photo shoot.

16th March


Today has run quite smoothly. I had a bit of a later start this morning, met with the model at around half 9. It took a little bit longer to do the make-up today as there was a lot of stencilling and layering to do but we managed to be ready for Tom at about half 12 again. So, we were lucky enough to have plenty of time to work on the shoot and get some great shots!!


I am happy with the application as I think it looks creative and different, I think that people will like the look because it is different to conventional make-up. I think the stencilling gives it something fun and interesting to look at. I used fishnets to create a scaly pattern on the lips, which worked really well. I would have like to have had the scales on more of the lip but I did not want to smudge the ones that were already in place.


Again, I am pleasantly surprised with how today has worked out. It seems to have worked really well, I get on well with Tom and we seem to manage to crack on with the shoot and create something really exciting.


I also think having a professional photographer is so much better than trying to create the photography yourself. It is great to see a photographer working as I am able to pick up tips and see how to work together. It is so much easier to have somebody to take care of the photographs, and to have them edit them to the best they can as opposed to me not being able to do as good a job.


I am looking forward to seeing all of the photos when they are edited.


I'm just about to schedule my next shoots, I'm just waiting to hear back from the models and I will go from there. 


In the meantime, I am going to get on with designs and written work, so that when I'm done with the shoots I am able to put the book together quickly so that the book has enough time to be published.


I will update soon,


Francesca Rose :)

Week 9 - Medusa shoot

15th March


Today is the first day of my shoots for my book!! I have started with Medusa as I had finished her design first and I am pleased with the results!!


I started by meeting the model at 9 this morning and then prepared her for the shoot. I primed her skin and made sure her eyebrows were ready for the shoot as they are a prominent feature in this look. I then applied the make-up which took about 2 hours and then did the hair, which took about an hour. We were ready to shoot by about half 12 which worked well as Tom had to be finished by 3 so we had plenty of time to try lots of looks out, and we did not have to rush.


Throughout the shoot we went through different lighting effects and composition of the model. As well as a mixture of close ups, portraits and landscape images. I am pleased with how the pictures look on screen but I cant wait to see them edited and printed. 


Tom is hoping to get the pictures back to me within about 2 weeks, so in the meantime I'm going to carry on with my designs and book writing! I'm so excited to see them completed!


I am happy with the way it has gone today and I hope my next 7 shoots are just as successful becuase this has been enjoyable and I have learnt a lot about working with other people.


I have got my next shoot with Tom tomorrow for my 'Basilisk' shoot and I have it planned and tested so tomorrow should hopefully run smoothly. I am hoping to go for the same times as today and finish by 3!


Speak soon :)


Francesca Rose

Week 9 - Test shooting for Medusa shoot!!

14th March

I have worked on some test shoots this week, just working on testing some makeup looks for Medusa. I worked on the hair and makeup as I have a shoot scheduled soon!! I cant wait.

These pictures were taken on my phone, sorry for the poor quality!

I like the overall look of these but there are definitely some elements that do not work. I am not going to include the V shape on the forehead as I feel this gives more of a superhero feel as opposed to Medusa.

I like the cheekbones, I especially like the grading in colour and I think it looks good going from harsh to soft. I also am particularly happy with the colour range and how they look on camera, I was worried the light green would look to yellow but it looks fine.

I think I am also going to thicken the eyebrow line and give it a sharper, straighter look instead of it being to soft and curly!

I am going to keep the cheeks and eye colours the same but I am going to get rid of the V on the forehead and the softness in the eyebrows!!


Chat soon,


Francesca Rose :)

Week 8 - Book Layout!!

9th March


Hi,


I have just finished a meeting with the graphic designer and we have finally decided on a great layout for the book. I want to keep it simple and clean, to give it a modern and contemporary feel! I am happy with what we have chosen, and I think it works really well.


It is a great opportunity to be working with a graphic designer as he is able to translate what I want onto the  page, he is helping with page layout and concept, as well as titles and fonts etc.


I find it easy to speak to him and get a great finished look for the overall book. I have seen a few page designs and I am super pleased with how they are coming along. I just need to finish my photo shoots and written pieces to put into the book.


I'm just finishing a plan for my presentation, but will upload a layout soon!! :)


Francesca Rose x

Week 8 - Schedule!

7th March


Hey,


I have just worked out dates for when I need my book completed by, I have decided to aim for the 14th April. This date allows me plenty of time to receive the book and if anything is drastically wrong it also gives me enough time to resend the book. 


Now, I have a deadline to work towards I feel a little more motivated and excited about the outcome, I cannot wait until its all finished! :) woop!


So, I'm off to do some written work now, as I only have a few weeks left to perfect this book, eek!


Update soon,


Francesca Rose x

Week 7 - Medusa Inspiration

For my FMP, I'm creating a book inspired by mystical characters within Greek Mythology. One of the characters that I have been looking at today is Medusa :)

I'm really excited to experiment make-up looks and create a Medusa look. I'm hoping to give the look an editorial/fashion feel as opposed to a character make-up. Here are some images I have found that have inspired my creativity!!

I love all the different elements that have been enhanced in each of these pictures! I find imagery like this really inspiring and I cant wait to start designing this look!!

Hair Ideas

For the hair, I really want to create a twisted, snake sort of look as opposed to putting snakes in the hair. These are the pictures that I am hoping to merge together to make a great hair design!!

Francesca Rose :)