Sorry! This goes with the post below. Having a hard time, but I'll figure it out eventually...


Hi all,

I understand that you are supposed to look natural and not overly "made up" for headshots. I will be taking some new shots soon and I would like to know what you think about eye makeup. The makeup artist and photographer will probably have their own ideas, but I just wanted other opinions, so I'll know if my preference (to go dark around the top and bottom) is out of line with industry standards. I attached two photos that were similar except for the eye makeup. One is heavier with a coal color on the top lid, while the other is more natural. Is the heavier makeup too much? I feel like my eyes don't pop without the darker color around them. Or is there even a difference, LOL... I appreciate your constructive feedback. By the way, I am not using either of these photos for headshots. They are just a couple of snapshots. I know that the jewelry and apparel are not appropriate.

Thanks!

I don't really know exactly the eye make up standard except for thats its suppose to be natural.i agree that your eyes "pop" more with the darker make up but it doesn't look natural. I would try a dark brown in the same style instead of the charcoal and see how that looks. hope this helps!

I always use pro makeup artists...
i dont see any photos posted

But I'd go for a made up "natural"
In my headshots, I am actually wearing a decent amount of makeup to bring out my features, yet the colours are soft so it looks natural.

If you're taking headshots, it's best to get a professional makeup artist who can bring out your best features without making it look like you've put on 4-inch-thick-makeup. You could look your most natural with highlighted features and be able to take awesome headshots or photographs. Just be sure to convey your needs to the makeup artist. If you're doing it anyway, do it right! Good luck!

Sincerely,
Julie
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