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In this episode I chat Beauty Photographer Eddie New. I dive into one of the most overlooked — yet essential — parts of a successful beauty or commercial shoot: the relationship between the makeup artist and the photographer. Whether you're a seasoned MUA or just starting out, this episode will help you level up your professionalism, improve collaboration on set, and ultimately create better images.

What You'll Learn:

• Why being easy to work with can be more important than your makeup skills
• How to approach a shoot when the model has textured skin or breakouts
• The crucial questions to ask your photographer before you start makeup
• How lighting and color grading impact how makeup reads on camera
• Tips for building trust and communication on commercial sets
• Why you should never assume something will be “fixed in post”

Key Takeaways:

• Kindness and professionalism lead to repeat bookings. Skill matters, but people remember how you make them feel
• Communication is everything. Every photographer has different needs — check in before you begin
• Lighting dramatically affects how makeup appears on camera — know what you're working with
• A short conversation at the start of the day can prevent major issues later
• Makeup artists and photographers are equal collaborators in the creative process
• Never assume — always ask if something should be fixed in the moment or later in post
• First impressions matter — be warm, engaged, and proactive on set

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