Makeup, is it needed ?? at DVinfo.net

Don Parrish · March 17th, 2011, 11:08 AM

Other than the occaisional shiny head, do todays cameras and NLE's take care of color correction. I remember the days when peoples faces looked alien before going on camera. I imagine this was for several reasons, proper skin tone, shiny etc. If you were shooting a commercial would you use makeup ? ask the client to wash their face etc ? I wouldn't think skin tones to be a problem today.

Brian Drysdale · March 17th, 2011, 11:17 AM

For a commercial, always. it also evens out the skin tones, which can vary across the face.

You don't need to over do it, but HD does show up every imperfection and make up artists now air spray rather than use powder.

Don Parrish · March 17th, 2011, 11:37 AM

Thanks Brian, sounds like it is more about perfection than anything, is this a must even with no close ups ? Thanks again.

Brian Drysdale · March 17th, 2011, 12:06 PM

It depends on what the shots are, but commercials tend towards perfection anyway.

Good make up is subtle and shouldn't draw attention to itself. Unfortunately. face highlights on video tend to to be noticeable out to at least meduim shots.

Don Parrish · March 17th, 2011, 12:35 PM

Thank you very much

Oren Arieli · March 17th, 2011, 11:27 PM

When budget allows, include a makeup artist in the crew. It not only makes your talent look better, but gives you added cache as a full-service provider. When budget is low, keep a mini-makeup kit handy with disposable sponge applicators, 3 or 4 shades of mineral powder (in compacts), and some concealers. When your talent is a bit 'bleary eyed', and you can reduce the bags, you'll be a hero for the day. It's not just about shine control anymore. This works for men as well as women. You might get some initial skepticism, but when you explain that it makes them look 'alert and refreshed', they will no doubt be grateful for your thoughtfulness.

March 17th, 2011, 11:08 AM	#1
Don Parrish Major Player Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Tavares Fla Posts: 541	Makeup, is it needed ?? Other than the occaisional shiny head, do todays cameras and NLE's take care of color correction. I remember the days when peoples faces looked alien before going on camera. I imagine this was for several reasons, proper skin tone, shiny etc. If you were shooting a commercial would you use makeup ? ask the client to wash their face etc ? I wouldn't think skin tones to be a problem today.

March 17th, 2011, 11:17 AM	#2
Brian Drysdale Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Belfast, UK Posts: 6,152	Re: Makeup, is it needed ?? For a commercial, always. it also evens out the skin tones, which can vary across the face. You don't need to over do it, but HD does show up every imperfection and make up artists now air spray rather than use powder.

March 17th, 2011, 11:37 AM	#3
Don Parrish Major Player Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Tavares Fla Posts: 541	Re: Makeup, is it needed ?? Thanks Brian, sounds like it is more about perfection than anything, is this a must even with no close ups ? Thanks again.

March 17th, 2011, 12:06 PM	#4
Brian Drysdale Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Belfast, UK Posts: 6,152	Re: Makeup, is it needed ?? It depends on what the shots are, but commercials tend towards perfection anyway. Good make up is subtle and shouldn't draw attention to itself. Unfortunately. face highlights on video tend to to be noticeable out to at least meduim shots.

March 17th, 2011, 12:35 PM	#5
Don Parrish Major Player Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Tavares Fla Posts: 541	Re: Makeup, is it needed ?? Thank you very much

March 17th, 2011, 11:27 PM	#6
Oren Arieli Major Player Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Jose, California Posts: 919	Re: Makeup, is it needed ?? When budget allows, include a makeup artist in the crew. It not only makes your talent look better, but gives you added cache as a full-service provider. When budget is low, keep a mini-makeup kit handy with disposable sponge applicators, 3 or 4 shades of mineral powder (in compacts), and some concealers. When your talent is a bit 'bleary eyed', and you can reduce the bags, you'll be a hero for the day. It's not just about shine control anymore. This works for men as well as women. You might get some initial skepticism, but when you explain that it makes them look 'alert and refreshed', they will no doubt be grateful for your thoughtfulness.