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How to do your own makeup for your headshot session
As a photographer I strongly recommend hiring a professional makeup artist for your headshot session. Remember your image whether in a photo or in real life is a major part of your business. The way people perceive you can either help or hurt your business. Hiring a makeup artist isn't always possible, I know. If you must do your own makeup follow these simple tips. ------------------>
About the Makeup Artist
Hiba Zananiri is a local professional makeup artist based on the SF Bay Area Peninsula. She is willing and able to travel as far north as Napa and as far south as Gilroy and even shows some love to the East Bay. Here is Hiba in her own words:
"One of my many joys is to witness the reactions of my clients when they see the finished look. Understanding makeup is not complex but it is a creative art. I've been professionally working in the makeup industry for 5 years and many more years before on my friends and family. I've done makeup on all ages from 5 to 92 years old). I am looking forward to enhance the beauty you already have."
If you would like to hire Hiba you can contact her at:
Hiba Zananiri
Phone: (650) 200-9043
Email: Hibazmakeup1@gmail.com
5 Tips To Better Skin By Lauren Jeong
Having great skin not only feels good it looks good. We might not always be able to have flawless skin but we can always strive to have the best skin we can have. I’ve asked my friend Lauren Jeong a licensed esthetician to share some simple tips to help ensure great skin before your headshot session.
Here is a little bit about Lauren and what she does for her clients.
Lauren has a passion for helping women and men achieve their healthiest, best skin through education and results driven skin care practices.
Having dealt with cystic acne for many years herself, she is here to guide you on your journey to healthier, clearer skin so that you can show up for that job interview with confidence or enjoy that dinner date with with that special someone. You do not need to be controlled by your skin anymore! While her passion for clearing skin began from my own struggles with acne, she is equally as passionate about helping you achieve your best skin whether that is recovering from hyperpigmentation from acne, rosacea, sunspots, age spots, or wrinkles.
Through her clinical approach, you work together to alleviate, and in some cases, eradicate your skin concerns. No matter what your skin condition might be Lauren is here to help you feel, look and be your most confident self!
Contact Info:
Lauren Jeong
By Appointment Only - Schedule Here
Address: 1313 Laurel St #101, San Carlos, CA 94070
A Quick Guide On What To Wear For Your Headshot Session
Part of getting a great headshot is about what you have on. Even if a lot of the time all we see is from the bust and above it can make or break the image, or change the overall feeling and mood of the image. Paul is an expert in his field and in this short video gives you amazing tips to dress for success in your upcoming headshot session.
About Paul:
Paul Julch is a personal wardrobe stylist at his company, Urbanite|Suburbanite. He works with clients in-person in the SF Bay Area and virtually all over the world. With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, coupled with degrees in Business and Clinical Psychology and his passion for clothing as a transformative tool, Paul not only has a decisive impact on his clients' wardrobes, but on their lives.
Paul works with clients to dress with confidence. He shows you how to create a wardrobe that aligns with your individual lifestyle, body type and budget, and provides you with the tools to make getting dressed everyday easier, less time consuming, and actually enjoyable. Paul's approach is focused and strategic, but lighthearted and non-judgemental. He works to not only give you the wardrobe you need, but also to enjoy the process of getting there. Be prepared to get compliments after working with Paul!
website: https://urbsuburbstyle.com
email: paul@urbsuburbstyle.com
Extra Tips To Ensure A Great Headshot!
Try your clothes on and take a quick pic with a cell phone to get the feel of how the image will look.
Bonus: Stand in front of a large window while having someone take your photo.
Make sure to iron your shirt/dress/blouse or outfit before your session.
Bonus: Have a back up outfit incase what you are in is wrinkly or not looking good in camera.