Alrighty, so I worked both Wednesday and Thursday which didn't leave too much room for make-up but today was more successful. In the mail over the last couple days I received my disposable lip gloss and mascara wands and little spatulas for sanitary make-up sharing- so that was a step in the right direction. So now all I am really missing is foundation/powders for every skin tone. This is really where I'm at a loss. It's not that I mind spending the money on them- and if I'm going to do that I should do it now while I am still well employed- but I just don't know the best route to go. I am thinking about just buying one of every color MAC Studio Fix powder as a start. It's a full coverage foundation powder and most people I've spoken to have a lot of success with it. And then maybe I'll invest in the Make-Up Forever face and body foundation. That way I can cover tattoos and things also if needed. Or maybe I'll just start with the MUFE foundation and then go with an Ulta or Sephora brand powders to save a little money. And then if people have sensitive skin and have a particular brand that works better for them they can just bring it with them and I'll use that.
I also stopped and talked to my girls at the MAC counter at Macy's today and they recommended that I collect my portfolio now and give it to their manager. That way they have me in the forefront of their minds as soon as a position opens. So I'm pretty psyched about that idea, now I just need a portfolio worth looking at. I have a lot of looks, but most are on me. which is ok but it will be better to get photos of other peoples make-up I've done. So I made a ModelMayhem account and sent out a bunch of emails, so we'll see. And that's where I'm at. Keep me in your thoughts folks, I need all the good vibes I can get.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Monday, August 10, 2009
Hello everyone...
I just thought I would start by introducing myself and telling you all why I'm here. I am currently working at a job I hate, in a personal life situation that kinda sucks, and generally unhappy with most things in my life- I know, you must be so excited to keep reading- hear me out. So I've decided to do what I can to change my life and I thought maybe writing about it would keep me on track- so here I am.
I'm starting by chasing a dream that I never really realized I had until very recently. See, I am one of those people that is kind of a jack or all trades, master of none. I am creative, relatively smart, and when I put my mind to something I can almost always accomplish it, but I am not naturally talented to a savant status in any one thing. I can dance, but could never make it professionally- I can paint, but not well enough to make any money- I can write, but not well enough to publish anything- you get the idea. But it was not until recently that I realized how often I get complimented on my make-up, and how often I get asked to do friends make-up. And then I thought about all the make-up I did in high school, and even before that growing up in dance competitions and recitals- wow, I really have some experience in this. And judging from the $5000+ make-up collection I have built up I think it's safe to say I really love it. So why not try and make a living out of it? So I took to the internet and realized just how many avenues there are for marketing yourself out there. I went on YouTube and saw people like Marlena and Kandee Johnson and Petrilude and Pixiwoo and all these other folks who are living, breathing make-up artists who bolster their fame and credibility through sources that I have readily available to me- YouTube, MySpace, BlogSpot. So why not me?
This whole bright idea came to me about a month ago, and with the support and tons of help from friends and family I have decided to try it. What's the worst that happens? I waste $40 on business cards? HAH! My boyfriend can attest to the fact that I have wasted more on things that meant less. I've started working on a portfolio, I'm learning to make YouTube tutorials, and I've ordered some cards. So here goes nothing, and I hope all of you enjoy the ride!
I'm starting by chasing a dream that I never really realized I had until very recently. See, I am one of those people that is kind of a jack or all trades, master of none. I am creative, relatively smart, and when I put my mind to something I can almost always accomplish it, but I am not naturally talented to a savant status in any one thing. I can dance, but could never make it professionally- I can paint, but not well enough to make any money- I can write, but not well enough to publish anything- you get the idea. But it was not until recently that I realized how often I get complimented on my make-up, and how often I get asked to do friends make-up. And then I thought about all the make-up I did in high school, and even before that growing up in dance competitions and recitals- wow, I really have some experience in this. And judging from the $5000+ make-up collection I have built up I think it's safe to say I really love it. So why not try and make a living out of it? So I took to the internet and realized just how many avenues there are for marketing yourself out there. I went on YouTube and saw people like Marlena and Kandee Johnson and Petrilude and Pixiwoo and all these other folks who are living, breathing make-up artists who bolster their fame and credibility through sources that I have readily available to me- YouTube, MySpace, BlogSpot. So why not me?
This whole bright idea came to me about a month ago, and with the support and tons of help from friends and family I have decided to try it. What's the worst that happens? I waste $40 on business cards? HAH! My boyfriend can attest to the fact that I have wasted more on things that meant less. I've started working on a portfolio, I'm learning to make YouTube tutorials, and I've ordered some cards. So here goes nothing, and I hope all of you enjoy the ride!
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