EVALUATION

The intention of this project; 'Makeup is a Mask', was to create a series of designs on a diverse, wide range of Models to show an over- exaggerated portrayal of Skin types, through nature. While Subliminally sending the message of the importance of being comfortable in your own skin.
The reasoning behind this was to embrace the differences, similarities and uniqueness that everyone possesses. The efforts each of us take to try and achieve this unrealistic concept of 'Beauty' and 'Perfection', I feel is futile. This concept of Beauty is planted within us through what Society as a whole has been convinced by the Media and other sources to believe. But, This look is impossible to achieve, there are so many definitions and aspects of what beauty and perfection is for different countries, cultures and people from around the world that it cannot actually be pin pointed. So really, what does Perfection mean? 'Beauty is in the eye of the beholder'; these words have never been more accurate in my opinion. Everybody is beautiful, and everybody is perfect. I believe that Makeup is an amazing yet dangerous thing. There is a fine line between enhancing your natural beauty and completely altering your appearance and using it as a mask; to try and achieve 'Beauty'.
Using a variety of models; Black, white, Asian, Eastern European, was to show how diverse people are, yet each are all perfect. That the skinny, Blonde haired, Blue eyed Goddess is no longer the only definition of beauty. Beauty comes in all shapes, sizes, colours and Genders.
The most regrettable aspect i have towards this project is not creating more looks and designs for other diverse models. I feel that this project is lacking, and has stopped short. Portraying all the Skin Types and using a wider range of models; Mature models, male models, models of a variety of ethncities, to show that the European look is not the only relevant look in this day and age anymore. The world is evolving and becoming more aware of how it is our differences that make us individual and our similarities that make us Human.
Evaluating the production of these series of looks, as a whole; lots could have been improved and altered. The main point of concern being with the lack of attention to detail. This was a recurring problem within each of my creations. I need to improve, by observing my work more thoroughly and critically before going to shoot the look. This will not only help me now, but in the future  for when I am working in a professional environment as a Makeup Artist. Getting into the habit of stepping back, and critically observing on ways of improvements, is an essential factor I need to have.
Another occurrence that happened to be a problem, was my way of dealing with time management, and working with constraints. I feel that during the process of application for the makeup, I spent too much time perfecting and detailing the looks. Again, in the industry working with time constraints is an extremely important skill to ascertain. My time management and application need to be dramatically improved.


In regards to the Makeup aspects of my looks, overall, I am please with the outcome of all of them. I did do a few last minute changes and improvements for a few of the designs; like the sequins on the 'Fish' and the detail effect on the 'Tree Bark' look. Which I feel like were good decisions, and improved the final outcome of the looks alot. Consistency within the makeup concerning the blending and the continuing of the patterns down the neck, and shoulders was not considered properly. Again, I should have paid more attention to detail and visualised the look behind the camera when finalising it. The fact that with most of these images you can see where the makeup cuts off and ends, i feel, detracts from the overall result. The impact of the looks are not as strong as it could be because of this. Another concern i have towards the Designs, was that for each look, i interpreted the Patterns onto the model by applying them onto the side of the face each time. I feel that this could have been my opportunity to think outside the box and be more inventive with the designs. I could easily have fixed this by applying the designs on different parts of the face and body. These are the only real criticisms I have towards this collection.

 I feel that the practical side of this project is alot stronger than my Editorial writing and Blog side.
I feel that, i alot more of my Time and passion focused more on the practical aspect of this project; ultimately neglecting the Editorial Blog side, and making the overall impact of my work anti-climatic. I personally feel that my confidence with writing is alot weaker than with makeup. I should have done more research into editorial examples; which would have helped me to understand the right style of writing to use, and how to make it appear professional.

I really loved this project; the practical side in particular. The free reign we got given to create anything that was relevant to our theme was the most enjoyable part; having the freedom to use my creativity and imagination. Improvements could have been made, especially with the Blog and editorial writing, but i feel i also produced some of the best work i have ever done.