Senior Photos 101: MAKEUP OR BUST!

Senior Photos 101: MAKEUP OR BUST!
Your Professor: Natasha Bouchette!

All this month we will be discussing various important advice for your Senior Portraits! Check back often to gain ideas for your big day!

Today's Advice: MAKEUP OR BUST!

I know, I know, we are located in Mauston, Wisconsin; not exactly LA. Despite our location we still like to keep up with the current Senior Photo Trends. Guess what is hot right now? The Bold Look. That's right, no more soft, sweet, drab, pale, boring images... they are on the way out! What we need now are sharp lines, bright colors, and daring poses. Something that can help keep your photos bold and in style would be your makeup!

I actually sometimes wonder if anyone picks up a magazine. Don't you love Scarlett Johansson's red lipstick? Fergie's hot purple eyeshadow in her MAC campaign? Lady Gaga's fake eyelashes? Well, we do! If you really want your Senior pics to stand out YOU need to stand out. Afterall, these pics are of you; there is only so much we can do with lighting, posing and backgrounds so you need to bring it, girlfriend!

Thoughts for your makeup - Assuming you are planning on steering clear of the Natural look

Lip Color: Most people associate lipstick with Grandma, but there are some things that are never out of style. A little lip color or lip stain can go a loooong way in your photos. The color adds one more point of interest to your photos - sweet! Current trends are pointing toward pinks... both soft and hot.

Blush: Why did you buy that expensive makeup brush set if you aren't going to use your blusher?! Want a sweet, country girl look? Add some pink to the apples of your cheeks. Want a higher fashion look? Brush some dark tans on your face below your cheekbones. This thins your face and adds angles.

Eyeshadow: *Sigh* Wear it dark, wear it bright! Whatever you do, wear a LOT of it! When a flash of light goes off, it lightens your face, and your makeup! Apply double the eyeshadow you think you need so that when the flash goes off you won't look bare.

Eyeliner: Not always necessary but doesn't hurt! Watch your line thickness and opt for waterproof in case it rains.

Fake eyelashes: Hello! Every girl loves long lashes! Get some fakes at your local Wal-Mart! They are sure to open your eyes and add an incredible effect that most of your friends' images are missing.

If all of this sounds overwhelming, call a friend who knows what they're doing and ask them to do your makeup prior to your session. And be sure to bring your makeup with you just in case you need to reapply!

Looking forward to speaking with you about your session
Timber Creek Photography