Catwalk Shoot 2

 Here are some of the images from the second Catwalk shoot that I have completed. My inspiration for this shoot was the Givenchy Catwalk for Spring/Summer 2016 Haute Couture collection, where Pat McGrath completed intricate masks made from the lace and detailing of the designs. Here, I have used pearls and lace to decorate the face and enhance the features, rather than conceal them. I am really pleased with how this look turned out, particularly the pearl details in the eyebrows, eyes and lips. I took the photographs for this shoot, as well as styling and makeup. I wanted the styling to be made from a string of pearls, which had lace trimming around it, which I thought would compliment the look. I originally wanted to make a top by running the beads around the body, however, I thought that this would be too much so decided on wrapping them around her neck and draping across the chest. I wanted a similar pose to the first catwalk shoot that I have completed, where the model is slightly turned and facing the camera, ready to walk onto the runway. For this look, I used stick-on pearls which were a bit of a nightmare applying. I used eyelash glue to stick the pearls onto the face, and had to be careful around the eye area. I was going to use Prosaide for the pearls as well as the lace, but thought that eyelash glue would be a little more delicate on the skin, particularly around the eye area. I used the Prosaide to stick the lace onto the cheeks and tucked under the hair. The pieces of lace are not equal on either side of her face due to the pattern, which I knew, but wanted to have a little bit asymmetry on the face as the look is very symmetrical. For the skin, I went with a soft glow and flawless base, which I brought down onto the neck and chest to make sure the final images were even. For the hair, I created a middle parting, combed the hair back by the ears, and finished it in a soft, twisted ponytail. I didn't want the hair to be too dramatic due to the intricacy of the makeup. I am really pleased with the images that I have created for this look. I think that for my submission I will use the first image, as I feel this captures the model's makeup and scenario that she is in.