Los Angeles Firm Inc. Magazine July/Aug 2014 | Page 15

Makeup Artist of the year Interview LOS ANGELES FIRM INC MAGAZINE JULY / AUG 2014 Hello Bernice How are you? How is this industry treating you? I’m really well.! This Industry is treating me well. I’ve just come out of a bumper season during our spring summer period.. We are now into winter and its given me a chance to take a breath and rejuvenate my creative side. We are glad to have you featured and very excited for makeup geeks worldwide. So tell all of the makeup artist out there what your secret is? How do you create such magical art? I honestly dont think there is a big secret to makeup.! I think it is one profession where you get the opportunity to show your creative side and just play! Makeup is not permanent so why not try everything? If something doesnt work, take it off and start again! It was only yesterday that I was going over some of my very first photoshoots.. Wow.. I’ve grown so much. It has definitely come down to working with some amazing people and just practice practice practice.! I love collecting makeup references. I have a full bookshelf of some amazing magazines from across the world. I collect them, and never tire of going back and seeing what has inspired me over the years What is your favorite and most used makeup product? I would have to say that my most favourite product is my foundation. I use Cinema Secrets which is a silicome based cake foundation. That along with my beautyblender and I get heaven on every persons face. How does it feel each time you transform someone into a totally different look? I truly love being able to completely transform somebody.! To hear a reaction from a bride who has just seen her finished look for the first time, to being able to see my work on a model from a photoshoot. Nothing is more satisfying that pushing the boundaries on makeup and hair looks. How many pieces are in your makeup kit? hahaha... Lets not go there shall we.? I am a hoarder! I love makeup on so many levels.! And that constantly reflects in my kit.. Who did you look up to when you first started or even to this day? I really really admire an American artist called Lottie.. She truly epitomises where I would love to see my work be. She’s inspirational, very sweet to communicate with, and always has the most flawless looks on models.. Truly a gorgeous artist.. Then there is Ro Shar.. Talk about an artist who knows how to push boundaries of colour like you wouldnt believe.! He truly is a creative artist and has a personality to boot. I had the pleasure of meeting him at IMATS LA a couple of years ago.. Was an honour.. What inspires you to carry on as an artist? I think its really important to have a balance in what you do. I have always been an artist and have loved abstract and surrealism art. I do alot of commercial and bridal work that can be sometimes quite bland with their looks as you are selling a product. So to balance that out I really enjoy working with fellow creatives to make some beautiful creative work. Nothing is more satisfying than working with a creative team and having an amazing outcome like what you chose for your front cover.. Who’s your favorite model? What would you say is the highlight of I would have to say my two favourite models your career? are Soo Joo Park from Wilhelmina’s and also Sasha Luss from models.com. Both really Having my makeup work showcased with a state unique girls who really know how to work their of the art 3D photographer here in Melbourne. face and their personalities into their shoots. The exhibition was to raise funds for Beyond Blue which helps sufferers of depression and anxiety. We showcased some of the most amazing designers, models and artists within a forWhat is your favorite Fashion week mat that has not been seen alot which is 3D art worldwide? without the need for wearing 3D glasses... Really really amazing project and deeply satisfyI think I really enjoy seeing Paris Fashion ing to raise funds for a charity close to my heart. Week.. They really push the boundaries with their looks and i’m always surprised at their creativity and forward thinking to the shows. Where can our reader’s and potential clients get a hold of you or stay updated on your career moves and growth? I always keep my website updated at www. How many different cosmetic products bernicemakeupartist.com. I’m also on Inshave you used on clients over the years? tagram updating with new products, behind the scenes looks and anything makeup reAs much as I love trying new products, lated. Follow me on @BerniceMakeupArtist I do definitely have my tried and tested products that stay in my kit constantly as they have never let me down.. I’m known for my skin work on my models so that is where I focus alot of my products on.. How does it feel to be honored as Makeup Artist of the year? I was completely surprised and feel very humbled.. I had been working so much this year that I had no time for any fun, so to have my work honored based on my first creative look back feels