July 30 and 31 were one of the best working weekend dates I had after coming from a long vacation. Remember the Inglot Polishing Workshop I wrote about before? While I only had 2 days to work with these lovely ladies, the rest of the United Makeup Artists of the Philippines (UMAP) artists had a month to…
Unknown to me, I was going to hit the lotto last weekend. I was fortunate enough to put my working hands on none other than Andi Eigenmann. Petite and fresh faced, she arrived with an apology that her hair smelled of smoke due to the place she came from. When she came in the studio…
The last time I glammed up Martine de Luna of makeitblissful.com was about a year ago when we did a shoot together with Michi Calica Sotto at her atelier and she had a bun in the oven. Today I was able to glam her up again for an interview with Stephanie Zubiri for her show, Modern Living…
I love my job. Weddings are usually that particular time where emotions of happiness, joy and sadness come into play. I was touched when my friend Rachelle Almario called me to ask if I was available on February 11 to do the hair and makeup of her best friend Lisa Antonio. It was her wedding…
“True art is characterized by an irresistable urge in the creative artist”. ~ Albert Einstein Rituals — Patrick Rosas’ second book — was recently launched before the holiday season. (I know, I’m late in posting!) The book is a stunning compilation of his latest work in collaboration with six of his favorite photographers: Neal Oshima, Filbert Kung, Marc Nicdao,…
Being a new member of the United Makeup Artists of the Philippines recently, part of the member perks is to be able to participate and join in the sponsored makeup workshops. A few months ago, L’Oreal hosted one for makeup artists who are not beginners but rather an advanced workshop that gives the artist a new perspective…
Serendipity had occurred to me in so many instances of my life and professionally speaking, a lot of good things happen by chance when you least expect it. I have been fortunate so far with my work but then again I look forward to more good things. I would like to share with you some…
There is a famous saying that “You are good as your last work/deal/job/success and the list of nouns go on. Part of the process of getting ahead of your game is through continuous learning which comes in many forms. For me, its through the classes. forums, OJT training, apprenticing with a mentor or whatever the…
One of the highlights of working as a makeup artist is having your work published in a magazine. This is a milestone, as your work is magnified and beautifully showcased and captured by a team of professional artists in their own right. From the model, to the photographer , stylist, hair stylist and editor, it…
A makeup friend Pia Reyes, extended an invitation to me last October 5 for the press launch of Estee Lauder Fall 2013 Makeup trends. She was also invited by Lillian Yeung Resident Makeup artist of the brand and I also met Fin a fellow makeup artist. I have a high regard for these three women…
