Blog 27: Sel Reflection

Title: Senior Project Reflection

Label: Presentation

Directions: Please answer the following questions and turn it in to the blog.

Due Date: The day after your two-hour presentation by 8:00 A.M.

(1) Positive Statement

I'm most proud of all the knowledge I have gained through my independent components and regular research. I literally worked from the ground zero up. I know so much about my topic and have a deep understanding of what it takes to be a makeup artist.

(2) Questions to Consider


For my 2hr presentation I would give my self an AE. I deserve an AE because I engaged my audince and really showed how much knowledge I had. Plus it wasn't your typical presentation on makeup. I went thoroughly through all my information and really tried to educate the students in my presentation class. Through my activities it served as evidence that they were listening and understanding on what I had to say. I also sounded confident throughout my talking time. Plus it felt great to hear Mrs. Edwards gushing to me how much she loved my presentation. I was also able to catch Mr. Frakes attention who said he wasn't interested in makeup but who learned a lot through my presentation.  

AE 
   

b.     What assessment would you give yourself on your overall senior project (self-assessment)? Why?

I would give myself a P/P+ because I worked really hard on getting solid research. It showed during my Exit Interview and 2hr Presentation. I was also able to make this a meaningful project instead of just a grade.

(3) What worked for you in your senior project?
I was able to get a lot of feed back from other people on what I should do for my project. I found great research and I'm now certified.

(4) What didn’t work for you in your senior project?
Trying to figure out which part of makeup I was going to focus on. Also there was always something due so there was a lot on my plate which made me very stressed. The hardest part of my senior project was completing my independent components. 

(5) Finding Value

I know how to make connections with people, have solid research and being certified, which always me to create my own business. 

2HR Templete

UPDATE: 3 Column Chart

Service Learning

Content:

(1) LIA Response to blog:

    Literal

Duties - In the first half of my hours Alicia taught me a lot of things, like certain makeup looks, how fashion is apart of makeup, trends, and hair styling. I my self was able to clean brushes, set up, prep the faces, interact with clients, create makeup looks and miscellaneous things. 

    Interpretive

I most benefitted from service learning by interacting with clients. I listened to what they wanted and saw my mentor Alicia respond to them. Soon I was able to start making a plan for clients and what they wanted to look like and presented it to them. Seeing their reactions when the look was finished was priceless. If they didn't like the look we would sit down with her and think of ways to correct it. They were always our number one concern. 

   Applied

This helped greatly towards my EQ. I was able to see what client's first impression was on the makeup artist and how they react to us. I saw how all three of my answers were put in use and every makeup application was a success. 

Contact

(2) Alicia - 909. 635. 9910

Helping 2013

Emani Lloyd 

• For her Senior project, she was thinking about doing it on Alcoholism. She chose to do it on alcoholism because her father is a recovering alcoholic for 21 years. She also wanted to learn and educated others on the harm drinking while pregnant can have on the unborn child , and if the child makes it full term the affects it can have on the child's learning capability.
• I thought it was a good idea. I think she should choose between general alcoholism and the effects of it on unborn children. 
• She is planing to visit and volunteer at facilities with children who were affect by their parents alcoholism. Attend AA meetings and interview recovering alcoholics that are available. Also families that were affected by drunk drivers.

• She should look up other organizations, because I don't know any places that will accept high schoolers to be involved with sorts of cases.
• She hopes to see a variety of different projects, and there will be some on nursing since she is thinking about doing that in future. She also expects that the projects will be entertaining and educational. 

• To be respectful to the presenter since most of us will be nervous. Also if they are bored to at least pretend to be interested.
• She was wondering if she got a speaker to come and speak could that count as her activity? She also wanted to know was if we had to talk the whole two hours.
• I said that her activity has to do with one of her answers. I also explained all the talking requirements.

Independent Component 2

Literal

(a) Statement saying: “I, Jessica Castro, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work.” 

(b) For the last 30 hours of my independent component everything I learned from the first component was put to the test. I never put makeup on someone so this was very challenging. I had to search for models and create makeup looks. 
Interpretive

This was extremely important because I had to go through every step that a makeup artist does. I had to set up my makeup kit, keep an eye on time, and proficiently apply makeup. 
Applied

It helped my EQ because I was experiencing every aspect of a makeup artist. I went through my final photoshoot and am now a certified makeup artist.

Final photo-shoot

Answer 3

• EQ = What is most important to becoming a successful makeup artist?
• Answer 3 = Have good communication with your client
• Evidence = Clients are upset if you and her have two different ideas, misunderstanding of job description 
• Source = Interview 3 & 4, and service learning 

3 Column Chart

Answer 2

• EQ - What is most important to becoming a successful makeup artist?
• Answer 2 = Must understand to keep her/his makeup kit clean and when applying product to never double dip.
• Evidence = 

1. Pink eye and herpes can spread
2. Throw out old makeup, can cause infections
3. Keep all makeup brushes clean
4. Do not double dip

• Source = Independent component 1, Source ID 30, 31, 49

The Product

Through my independent component I have greatly improved my makeup application skills, and I am now able to to talk more confidently.

4 Interview Questions

1. How do makeup artist get jobs? Through an agent, self promotion, word of mouth, etc.?
2. How important is it to be able to connect with costumers/talent and understand what kind of makeup they want?
3. How important is it to know skin undertones?
4. What kind of work ethic is needed?
5. Should a freelance makeup artist ask for a kit fee?
6. How to work with friends, who want free makeup?
7. What are some common beauty mistakes that women make?
8. What products do you think should be a staple in every woman's purse?
9. When makeup is being designed is less more?
10. What tips can you give to young women who want to start preparing their skin in advance for a special event like prom?
11. Is there any surprising things that happen when makeup artist are working?
12. What are some of the most basic but effective skin care tips that are really important?
13. Is there any time when a makeup artist says no?
14. Do teenage girls needs to splurge on high priced makeup products, or are drugstore items are just as good?
15. What are the differences between applying makeup on models and on real women?
16. How is a typical day like for a makeup artist?
17. Where can makeup artist find inspiration and stay current?
18. How to work with drama? 
19. How to work with a demanding client?
20. Besides applying makeup, what else should an artist know? 

Independent Component 2 Plan Approval

CONTENT:

 (1) Write a description of what you plan on doing for your independent study component.

For my independent component, I will continue to attend Lebec Makeup Atelier.

(2) Describe in detail how you think your plan will meet the 30 hours work requirement.

I will meet my 30 hours of work by going to Lebec 8 hours a week. I will continue to gain knowledge and work hands on with models that I will search for.

(3) How does your independent study component relate to your EQ?   

It greatly relates to my EQ because I myself am training to become a makeup artist and working with real artist and clients. Which helps me with my EQ answers.

Independent Component 1

Content:

·     Log of hours on a calendar January  and February

·     Evidence of the 30 hours of work 

My sign in/out sheet for Lebec Makeup Atelier 

 Every artist should have a look book which gives your client ideas. This is the beginning of my look book.

During theory I've taken many notes.

The start of my professional makeup kit.

While learning to highlight and contour I had to have my back turned away from the mirror and feel my face on where I should apply the contour. 

Before

After

Side by side

Literal

(a) “I, Jessica Castro, affirm that I completed my independent component which represents 30 hours of work.” 

(b) I have been attending Lebec Makeup Atelier, which is a training program for makeup artist. So far the 30 hours of work is theory. I've learned about preparation on how to profile a client/model,  product knowledge,  hygiene/safety, ingredients, cosmetic textures/effects, skin types, age groups, face shapes, eye shapes, lip shapes,  and highlighting/ contouring.  All of this must be known before any fieldwork. 


*You may contact Lebec Deweese for confirmation of my 30 hours.
lebec@lebeconline.com or 909-702-0902

Interpretive

For my independent component I have become so much knowledgeable and I have realized that you have to understand what your doing and why before you can be hands on. It's more than throwing some makeup on that looks pretty. It's about having depth knowledge on how to approach someone with specific face shapes and be able to know what kind of makeup will work for them.  Before you even touch the person you have to analyze their face shape and skin type then create a makeup design that best suits that person. 

Applied

This has tremendously helped me define what "successful" is in my EQ. Before I thought it had to do with the fame, working with celebrities, and big brand makeup companies.  Now, after my 30 hours of theory, sitting in on makeup sessions, and truly understanding the application process of makeup it has changed my EQ answers for the better.  I now view successful by having thorough knowledge of you products, face anatomy, and most important catering to your client/model. Repeatedly I have been informed that if you want to build you cliental list you must provide a great service to your client.  More specifically in my third interview Lebec explained how if you inform your client on how to apply makeup she will have a great impression and want to share her experience with everyone. From that one person you can start building your cliental list. It's always about making the client feel special. 

REVISED: Third Interview Questions

• In order to become successful, should an aspiring makeup artist attend beauty school or even an art class?
• How important is it to be able to connect with costumers/talent and understand what kind of makeup they want?
• How long should it take for an experienced makeup artist to analyze a client's facial structure and undertones? 
• How can they work fast yet apply makeup effectively?
• How should they cope with time pressure?
• Is it necessary to have high quality brushes and makeup or does it depend on how the artist applies themselves with whatever they have?
• What kind of work ethic should an artist have?
• How important is it to keep a makeup kit maintained? 
• How important is it to understand lighting and the way it affects the overall color of the look?
• What are the best techniques to use under a limited time?

Interview 3 Questions

• How did you get started as a makeup artist?
• How do you get your jobs?  Through an agent, self promotion, word of mouth, etc.?
• What would you say is your personal make-up signature or technique?
• Where do you find your inspiration and stay current?
• In your opinion what are they elements a good makeup artist should have?
• Besides applying makeup, what else should an artist know? 
• What is the toughest part of your job?
• What does it take to be successful in your career?
• What challenges have you faced in this field since you began?
• Have you ever run into diva photographers or rude people to work with? If so, how do you deal with such on-set drama?
  
  
  
  

Answer 1

(1) What is answer 1 to your EQ?  
A makeup artist needs to have a  thorough understanding of the anatomic structure of their client's face in order to effectively apply makeup. 


(2) What possible evidence do you have to support this answer?

• While attending Lebec Atelier I've learned that it's very important to be able to look at the client and see what needs to be enhanced and what needs to be hidden. From there the artisit decides what kind of makeup would compliment the client's facial features the most and play down the least attractive. 
• With my service learner I have been informed and witnessed that not only do I need to know the anatomy of the face but also understand skin types and how fix it. If the skin isn't prepared with moisturizer then the makeup doesn't apply well and is difficult to work with. 
• The Art and Science of Professional Makeup has chapters going into depth about the facial structures and how other artists approach it. As well as the functions of the body.

(3) What source(s) did you find this evidence and/or answer?

• Lebec Makeup Atelier 
• Service Learner: Alicia Y.
• Book: The Art and Science of Professional Makeup

Service Learning

• Where are you working for your service learning? I'm working with makeup artist Alicia Ynurrigarro.
• Who is your contact? Alicia Ynurrigarro (909) 635-9910
• Summarize the services you have performed to complete the 10 hour requirement She has taught me a lot about a makeup artist makeup kit, I've gone with her to her appointments with the clients and have seen the whole transformation, and she helped me get into the Lebec makeup atelier.
• How many hours have you worked? 12

REVISED: Independent Component Plan Approval

1) For my independent component I will attend Lebec Makeup Atelier. While attending I will train  towards my Pro Beauty Makeup Certificate.

2) Twice a week four hours a day I will attend and be taught many things. I will learn product knowledge, consumer awareness, anatomy of the face, color theory, and ethnic backgrounds. To complete the course I need 10 hours of fieldwork and 46 hours in class. I will have to scout my own models and provide my own makeup. To complete the 60 hours my teacher Lebec will have me work at the Ontario Art Walks that they participate in. 
(3) How does your independent study component relate to your EQ?  It greatly relates to my EQ because I will go through the same thing as other starting makeup artist. I myself will become a makeup artist. I will learn everything about the cosmetic world and create my own signature look. I will have to know my products and how to treat my costumers. 

ESLR Blog

Effective Learner: So far throughout my senior project I feel like I've gained so much knowledge about makeup. It's more than making a pretty face. I've learned past that going into face anatomy, color correctness, types of acne, and to keep your station clean. With out that kind of information I would have the wrong idea on what makeup is.

Effective Communicator: For my service learning it has been a little difficult doing it because my service learner has a busy schedule. I understand that she has a lot going on and I'm thankful that she's helping me with my project. We would set up dates for my service learning but she wouldn't follow through. I'm an effective communicator because I would keep calling and calling to start my hours instead of sitting around waiting for her. It has worked because I'm getting hours done and enjoy what I'm doing.