So here it is- the exciting news I’ve been waiting to share with everyone. I always make it a point to recommend products that I have a great experience working with, and after having worked with this new line of products, I’m very excited to Introduce Mixx Pro Cosmetics, a new Makeup line by Makeup Artists for Makeup artists.

Here’s the scoop:

Mixx Pro Makeup products are sold in Pro Kits which are available for certified Makeup Artists and working professional Makeup Artists. There are two Pro Kits, a Mixx Pro Foundation kit and a Mixx Pro Lip Gloss kit. Altogether, the Pro kits provide foundations, transformers, pigments, frosts and toners to create endless possibilities of foundation shades, bronzer intensities, concealer shades in various consistencies and lip glosses from long wear to sheer consistencies.With new products and pigments releasing on a monthly basis.

Why is this so awesome?

If the idea of mixing your own endless variety of shades and custom products isn’t exciting enough, just think how far you can run with this concept.

Makeup Artists that purchase these kits will be able to custom blend any variety of products to sell to their clients during shoots, demos, bridal bookings and/or kitty parties. Not only making 300% profit in retail sales but also build their own following of clients who will be able to get their exact favorite product every time they order back. This is an invaluable tool for freelance Makeup artists in many ways.

My review of the products:

With the foundation, a little product goes a long way and feels like air on your skin. It’s light, sheers and has excellent coverage. Most importantly it’s oil free, talc free, fragrance free and non-comedogenic which means your skin can breathe! Making it an especially good product for sensitive skin. The foundations also contains an SPF 8 and are 11% pigmented, compared to the average store bough foundations that are only 6-7% pigmented!

The pigment toners are also talc free and do not turn your foundation into a chalky dull shade. The illuminizer creates beautiful silky finish when added to a foundation, whether for a pearl-like effect or for creating your own custom blend bronzers. The lip glosses are very moisturizing and nursing and last up to 8 hours, which makes them a great choice for long-wear occasions.

What do you get in a pro kit?

The Pro Lip Gloss Kit includes:

Ten Lip gloss bases, seven shades of pigments and five shades of dye-free frosts.

Lips bases include three types: Long Wear Base, Gloss Base and High Shine Sheer Base. The Long Wear Base is made of a rich blend of nut oils (Caranuba & Candellia) as well as Shea butter and Aloe extract. The Gloss Base is made with a rich blend of nut oils (Macadamia) with a sheer “Patent leather” high shine finish. And the High Shine Sheer Base is made with a smooth blend of Jojoba seed oil, vitamin E and pear extract.

The Pro Foundation Kit includes:

Six foundation shades, one transformer toner, one pigment toner and one Illuminizer pigment toner.

There are many more additives and modifiers and extra shades available to keep expending your basic kit with, allowing you to mix a huge variety of foundation shades, concealers, pearlized foundations and amazing liquid bronzers! You can also purchase a unique thickener fluid that transforms your foundation mix into a concealer.

*All kits come with mixing tools and storage containers such as lip gloss wand tubes for the lip kit and foundation / bronzer bottles and concealer jars for the foundation kit. Both kits come with client cards and labels.

Some Extras!:

These products are currently not available in India but will be available exclusively through me in India during the months of January to April 2012 and then April onwards across Canada.

If you are interested in a makeup lesson (professional or personal Makeup), a trial or a booking during these months and for more information including a list of available products and pricing (Pro Kit or retail), contact me at olga@olgakirnos.com.

The first day of the event had a Red, White & Silver “Star” theme. A large star design on one side with a Glittering frame and contrasting eye shadows.

The second day had a Bright Green “Amazon Cat” theme. One side of the face was turned into a Leopard design with a touch of UV Glowing Make-Up for the Leopard Prints.

Check out the full album on my Facebook Fan Page at:

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150352816571928.392606.299882581927&type=1 

Writer Mariellen Ward has been running a wonderful Blog called “Breathe Dream Go”, writing about Spirituality, Yoga, Culture and Travel across India.

To mark the very special two year anniversary of her Blog project, we recently did a “Glam Bollywood Makeover” Photoshoot with Photographer Andrew Adams (Katha Images).

Make sure to check out her Blog and recent entry about the Photoshoot experience.

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“I wanted to find out what I would have to go through, and how I would look, after a “Bollywood” transformation. It all started…..” (read more)

http://breathedreamgo.com/2011/09/my-glam-bollywood-makeover/#comment-9521

A while back I got a call to do Make-Up & Hair for a unique Bridal Video Concept by Film Style Weddings – Wedding Cinematography + Photography.

The video was to be a surprise at the Reception event and tells the story of the couple and how they met through a composition of classical Bollywood songs.

There were 9 specific songs that were chosen according to the story they wanted to tell and we shot over a period of 5 days. Creating looks starting from Bollywood Cinema in the 1960′s to current looks. What made this project so special is the dedication and genuine charm the couple added to each of their performances, and that projected itself through the final visuals even more.

When the video was finally projected onto four large screens at their stunning Reception event, not even the couple got to see it before that very moment and the guests were cheering and clapping. When the video finished, the room went silent in anticipation and the newly married couple entered the room- talk about a grand entrance!

A unique and lovely idea for that very special day, check it out here:

 http://vimeo.com/27027140

http://www.maharaniweddings.com/2011/07/classic-bollywood-concept-film-by-film-style-weddings/

]]> http://www.olgakirnos.com/make_up/a-unique-bridal-video/feed/ 0 http://www.olgakirnos.com/bodyart/captain-america-body-art/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=captain-america-body-art http://www.olgakirnos.com/bodyart/captain-america-body-art/#comments Fri, 22 Jul 2011 16:17:20 +0000 Olga Kirnos http://www.olgakirnos.com/?p=1512 Captain America Body Painting Photoshoot

This week I got to do one of the most fun Photoshoots I have done in awhile, a Body Painting shoot to mark the release of the highly anticipated movie “Captain America , The First Avenger” this Friday, July 22, 2011.

I started out as a traditional artist and my passion for painting evolved into Body Art and Make-Up artistry, so when I got the opportunity to work on this shoot, I was excited to pull out my painting gear. What made the project even better was the fact that all the Body Paint supplies were sponsored by one of my absolute favorite Make-Up companies, Make Up For Ever. (To me this is the equivalent of a kid allowed loose inside a candy store!)  

Working with reference is very important, both to plan out the execution of the application and to stay visually organized during the process and save time. I made a few sketches to draw ideas from both the Marvel Comic book version and the movie versions of Captain America. I took note of the elements and colors of the costume and planned out my final look.

I started out by outlining the shapes of the suit on the model, measuring the sizes and balancing out the placement of lines. After I got the outlines in place, I filled in the shapes with a base color layer using the Cream Color in pump form by Make Up For Ever. I used a combination of colors to create the right tones. The Make Up For Ever Cream Color applies very smoothly with one brush stroke and stays wet and workable for awhile which allows very easy blending without streaking or removing previous layers of color.

When the Cream Color dries, it’s still workable but it doesn’t stay too creamy and this allows going over it with other paints and creating highlights, shadows and shapes easily, without blending colors into the previous layer of paint.

Once the first color layers were in place, I started to create the 3d effect of the suit by highlighting and contouring the muscles and the elements of the suit. I used the Flash Color Pots by Make Up For Ever and different thickness brushes, I started to create elements of light and shadow. I started with thicker Royal & Langnickel Foundation brushes to create larger effects of 3d and then I went in with medium sized concealer brushes to create smaller more detailed effects of light and shadow and finally I touched up all the small details with fine liner brushes, creating thin hints of shadow and touches of light reflection across the suit.

If you haven’t tried them yet, I highly recommend trying Make Up For Ever‘s Body Painting materials available at Sephora stores.

Photographer: Nick Perks (www.visualvault.ca)

Body Art: Olga Kirnos

Model: Ed Isaac of Ford Models NY

Product Sponsor: Make Up For Ever

For my full gallery of Body Art, check out: http://www.olgakirnos.com/portfolio/body-art/

It’s out! Make-Up Artist Magazine May-June Issue #90 is finally here!

And I’m excited to share that my interview & article have been published in their annual Make-Up Around the World segment: “Destination Make-Up”.

Please check out my article written by Keith Loria on Page 44.

**Also take a quick look at my Body Art Image on the “Content Page”, left of Johnny and his Pirates of The Caribbean snap!

Body Art Image shot by Nick Perks / Visual Vault.

A copy of the article text below;

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Olga Kirnos

Finding film and fashion work across India

Olga Kirnos was drawn to make-up artistry after watching a

live body-art painting performance in her native Canada.

“After researching make-up institutes and career options, it was

very clear to me that it was the perfect route to practice my love for

the creative,” she said. “I initially started out as a traditional artist

and also worked as a graphic illustrator. Becoming a professional

make-up artist was a process of evolvement from one field to another.”

Kirnos graduated from Complections International Makeup Academy

in Toronto, and took private classes in airbrush make-up and body art.

Initially she worked on various projects to round out her skills and help

her decide which direction to pursue.

“I really enjoy challenging transformation assignments when a

character has to be created or recreated using prosthetic and hair

appliances , from character design and preparation to the final

application process,” she said. “Placing and layering all the pieces

together, blending them out seamlessly and then applying colors

and texture to bring the character to life is definitely one of my

favorite make-up procedures.”

Nearly two years ago, Kirnos left Canada to work as a make-up

artist in India.

“I work mostly out of New Delhi and Mumbai and though there

are some differences between the overall working environment

of these cities, with New Delhi being more fashion-oriented and

Mumbai being more film-oriented, both are very fast-paced and

dynamic,” she said.

“There are many good work opportunities but you need to keep

a constant finger on the pulse and understand the industry before

starting out. Research and proper marketing are definitely key

factors in getting the right kind of work and exposure.”

Kirnos recently served as a personal make-up artist to the lead actor

in a Bollywood film project. She followed that with a photo shoot

for GQ, then returned to New Delhi to complete a shoot for Maxim.

“I love the versatility and the dynamic lifestyle that working as

an international make-up artist involves,” she said. “For the

past several years, I have been traveling often on international

assignments, working in different environments with casts and

crews from various backgrounds. It has been a rewarding

experience both professionally and personally.”

- Keith Loria

Earlier this year I was approached by MiA BelleZZa Cosmetics, a unique Mineral Cosmetics Company founded by Rita Patel, to create the new MiA BelleZZa Spring / Summer Collection Campaign Ad.

I received the MiA BelleZZa Pro Artist Palette soon after and had a chance to try a variety of their products. The Pro Artist Palette has 16 Mineral Pressed & Multidimensional Eye Shadows, 4 Blush Colors and 2 Lip Rouge shades.

The variety of colors is so well assembled that I actually didn’t know with which one I wanted to start. The Pro Artist Palette has got all the basics covered; right from the essential matte colors (that I always recommend) to warm tones ranging from gold, peach, pink, velvet and green to cooler tones of silver, blues, purples and grey. It also has a lovely variety of warm Blush and Lip Rogue colors.

The eyeshadows come in Matte form, Shimmery and Frosted. Trying out each color they all apply smoothly without exception and had a great color intensity. These shadows can also be applied both dry or wet, transforming them into liners.

Apart from the variety of colors, what makes this palette a great addition to any Makeup Kit, whether professional or personal usage is that these eyeshadows consist of a none-drying formula, they are Hypoallergenic, Crease Resistant and Mineral oil free. Containing Vitamins C & E that condition and protect the eyelids.

The Lip Rogue shades are fortified with exclusive Collagen Tripeptide Complex, an anti-aging powerhouse that stimulates collagen production to help reduce visible signs of aging. With Color Wear Complex, a patent pending technology that helps suspend pigments to create a soft cushion, comfort and long-lasting wear. Instantly re-hydrates lips for a plumper, smoother, fuller appearance.

Like the Mineral Eyeshadows, The Lip Rogue is also Hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, Oil free, Dye free and contain ingredients with powerful antioxidant vitamins A, C & E.

And if that is not enough, here are a few more facts to consider:

- Mineral Makeup allows the skin to breathe and does not contain any preservatives that cause pores to clog.

- Mineral Makeup foundation lasts longer on skin than traditional makeup as it continues to absorb moisture all day long.

- Natural color pigments in mineral cosmetics are much more intense, resulting in less product usage for an application.

- Mineral makeup does not contain any moisture, therefore bacteria does not form.

Some of the MiA BelleZZa products that do have a shorter shelf life, have expiration dates printed on the packaging. Usually 12 months.

*Overall, I highly recommended MiA BelleZZa Mineral cosmetics and suggest to try their variety of products*

I provide an exclusive form of Glitter body art. A unique addition to a Wedding day, a Gala, a Special Event or a Photoshoot.

This dazzling form of Glitter Body Art originated on the Catwalks of Europe’s Top Fashion shows. Intended to provide models with long-lasting Body Art designs.

I started providing Glitter Body Art in Canada several years ago, having worked with over several hundreds of clients, I now provide this exclusive Body Art across India, by special order.

Each design is custom made and then applied freehand. Using FDA (Food & Drug Administration) approved materials. It is also waterproof and with careful care it can last for up to two weeks.

Available in a variety of over 30+ vibrant colors & 10 UV (Ultra Violet Light) colors.

Here are some examples of previous work:

For more Body Art work, please visit my portfolio page at:

http://olgakirnos.com/portfolio/body-art/

For inquiries & orders please contact:

olga@olgakirnos.com

or fill the following form at:

http://olgakirnos.com/contact/

Inviting you to leave a comment.

Bridal Make Up

I always stress how important it is to hire a professional and I am so happy that I had Olga Kirnos as my make up artist at my wedding! Olga put me at ease when I met her for the trial and created an exact look from a magazine. I knew she was the one and booked her right away! I wanted 5 different natural glam looks for the wedding functions and Olga did a wonderful job! She was able to create different looks everyday. After I got the photos, I realized what a difference good make up makes.

My make up looked fresh and flawless the entire time, even during the beach wedding ceremony and my outdoor photo shoots. She listened to all my requests and also offered her professional advice and suggestions. I am really glad I tried out the lashes and the bright eyeliner. My make up was fabulous and I didn’t even need any touch ups throughout the day. I was amazed at how radiant my skin looked even after 3 hrs of sleep!

Nothing seemed to bother Olga during the 3-day long chaotic wedding; she worked efficiently with a room full of people with my hair stylist and nail artist working on me at the same time. Not only is Olga brilliant at what she does but she can also make the bride or anyone at a stressful situation feel very relaxed. Her calming presence made the wedding absolutely stress free.

Saika Rehman, Bride / Singapore

Destination Wedding in Penang, Malaysia

Olga Kirnos is one of the best make-up artist I have ever encountered in my experience of shoots, weddings and the like, in the US, UK and India. Calm, reassuring and unfailingly clever in any situation, she is the person you want around in a tough situation – or an ever after one!

What we loved about her work at my dear friend’s wedding is her subtlety, the way she managed to avoid the overkill of traditional Indian wedding makeup. The result was fresh, elegant and pretty, and what’s more it stayed through the sultry Malaysian weather at the destination wedding my friend had. Utterly professional, adept at making the most of any face and incredibly skilled in the art and aesthetics of makeup, Olga is a find.

I highly recommend her to anyone who is considering availing of her services and hope she’s around for my own wedding.

Signed,

Rajni George, Editor and Freelance Writer / India

Contemporary Indian Wedding

Like many other brides, I was also concerned about my Wedding Make Up and Trousseau for the special day. I didn’t want to opt for just a local parlor and feared looking excessively done up on my most special day.

I’m incredibly glad to have hired Olga as my Make Up Artist. She made me looked so beautiful! Her Make Up application is more contemporary and less traditional, which is exactly what I was looking for. She took inputs from me about the look I had in mind and created a final look for me which exceeded all my expectations.

I would like to thank you so much for giving me lifetime memories, for I would always be smiling when I look at my wedding pictures.

Wish you all the very best for all your future endeavors.

Thank you Olga!

Jigyasa Varun Sharma, Bride / Australia

Bridal Make Up Services

My name is Funmi Alabi and I reside and work as a Banker in Lagos, Nigeria. I also operate a small bridal consultancy company which enables me to come across various local and international make-up artists operating around the Lagos metropolis. I had the pleasure of meeting Olga during my visit to Penang, Malaysia to attend  friend’s wedding. Olga was there as the brides makeup artist.

One of the first things that struck me about Olga was her warmth and passion for make-up and art in general. During the course of the four bridal parties and wedding ceremonies we attended, Olga’s artistic gift was extremely apparent. Olga was extremely professional and focused on delivering her best. I was instantly impressed with her eye for detail and in-depth knowledge about beauty and skincare.

She was willing to go the extra mile to ensure her client was happy and satisfied by opting to work extended hours and provide additional services to friends and family which included me. Olga showed extreme diligence to her work and performed exceptionally well even under stressful situations.

Olga’s artistic gift also goes beyond make-up as she is well- talented in body artistry which she is also very passionate about. Olga is a dynamic and well travelled individual which I believe is the result of her amiable character. She is a wonderfully talented person and a pleasure to be around.

I highly recommend Olga as she would be a true asset and significant contributor to any team.

Sincerely,

Funmi Alabi, Consultant / Nigeria

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