Sweet Valentine's Beauty Photography Masterclass

Hello beauty lovers!

Today we are tackling Beauty Photography, and how to get this shot that makes a portfolio stand out. Yes, the famous macro shot of perfect skin and impeccably applied makeup. We would like to show you how it’s done!

➡️ First, it starts with a great makeup application.
➡️ You also need the right beauty model.
➡️ Then, with good control of light and angles, you can take the shot.
➡️ Finally, knowing how to retouch, as subtly as possible, is key.

During this masterclass taking place on February 9th, 1-4:30pm in our new location FD Olympic, Alexa Tokich and Alaina Davenport are joining forces to help you master a Valentine's day themed makeup application in order to create the perfect macro shot. Note: We will cover retouching during another workshop.

For 3h30, beginners makeup artists and curious photographers will get to attend two different makeup applications, on two different skin tones, before being able to shoot the models one on one.

Here's the schedule:
🕐 1:00 – 2:00
       Makeup Application Model 1
       Alaina will do the first makeup demonstration on Loren, the first model.
🕑 2:00 – 3:15
       Shoot with Alexa and Model 1
       Alexa will demonstrate how to shoot beauty with a simple studio light setup. Individual practice time.
🕑 2:00 – 3:15
      Makeup Application Model 2
      Alaina will do the second makeup demonstration on Mary, our second model.
🕒 3:15 – 4:30
      Shoot with Alexa and Model 2
      Alexa will demonstrate how to shoot beauty on a second model, with a different skin tone. Individual practice time.

How to successfully apply makeup on different skin types or skin tones?
How to make sure it looks perfect right away on camera?
How to pick colors that compliment skin tone?
How to use oils and shimmers?
How to direct and talk to models to obtain the effortless look that you see in magazines and beauty campaigns?
How to experiment with lights and colors?
How to communicate what you want to your makeup artist?
Understanding a light set-up and creating the perfect makeup for it?
We will answer all your burning beauty questions (as long as they are about beauty photography! Questions about quantum physics will have to wait 😉) and give you all the hot tips and secrets we know!

Meet our speakers:

-Alexa Tokich

Alexa Tokich is a fashion and beauty photographer with 5 years of experience under her belt. She has worked with various modeling agencies throughout the LA area and continues to work with local brands, designers and cosmetic companies. Alexa enjoys shooting clean beauty in various skin tones with her Canon camera and prefers using softbox lights.

https://www.instagram.com/tokich_photography/ – https://www.tokichphotography.com/

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-Alaina Davenport (@a_d_makeup)

Alaina has been working with Alexa as a makeup artist for several projects now. Her style is versatile and she is always looking for new projects to expand her skill set.

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Meet our beautiful beauty models!

Loren (@itsl0ren)

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Mary (@marytrantastic)

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Come learn more about makeup and beauty photography!
Light drinks and snacks provided <3
Free limited parking on premises and free street parking.