Grooming Children
Not too long ago I worked on a film. I was informed that I was going to do clean makeup on both men & women. This was one of my first few films and it was a great experience. On the last day of...
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i would (and have) turned to moms like that and said, "they (the client--whoever it is) prefer for me to give the kids a natural look". i NEVER apply more makeup. if the moms take the child into their...
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wait a minute.. were these kids cast members? olgabeauti@cox.nethttp://www.beautipage.com/OlgaHawwa
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yeah were these kids in the film? where the going to be prominet on screen or just background? If they were extra's or background a lil powder and send them on their way.if they are featured what you...
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Thanks for the advice guys This was really one of my first films. I'm still new to all the politics that go on on set. I was and still am (a bit) naive regarding "boundaries". I didn't want to step on...
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you did fine. I find it odd that the 2nd AD or someone didnt bring them to you or any mention of this on the call sheet. Before I did anything I would found out the deal first as to who these people...
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I agree with Noelle. I also have a hard time saying "it worked out fine" that some serious potential crazy happened under your makeup watch. But I noticed a few things didn't really get answered in...
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i have been thinking about this thread today and wanted to add something:i know that chris and myself both mentioned going very light with a little powder so the kids "felt" like they were "made up"...
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I second everything Nowlze said in both posts... first rule... never worry about upsetting stage moms, nobody really cares what they think...anyone they go crying to is going to just tell them where...
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I'm glad this thread came up. I was the key on an indie short a few weekends back and one of the main characters was an 8 year old girl. I work with the director quite a bit and he gives a lot of...
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Quote:The inde. world is a wild a crazy ride and times. some times gorilla film making, you just have to know when to speak up, I dont think you would have stepped on anyones toes to find out who the...
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Sometimes you learn the hard way, specially with kids. I know I did. I'm an Aries, so when there is no apparent Key and no-one is appointed on the set, I take charge. But that's me. Rule #1: moms are...
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Everyone has just about covered everything, but I just want to add that as you move on to more professional prodcutions, you won't run into these problems with talent popping up for make-up.On a...
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im with mary e on this one... NO MAKEUP for kids... sorry mom its ALL about the hair and a clean moisturized face and lips, call it good. i dont even powder. maybe a stain if asked for or its needed....
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Actually, this isn't even an issue exclusive to children or film.I try to diplomatically get my point across so I can do my job, give the client what s/he is paying me to do, and not create...
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I agree--Mary RC's story is the best!And Monique--I totally know how you feel. I had a child presented to me last year with very dark hair, and they wanted me to colour spray or mousse it red so he...
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