Sunday, January 13, 2013

SPF, Silica, and Flash Photography: Studio Tips

SPF, Silica, and Flash Photography: Studio Tips Video Clips. Duration : 4.25 Mins.


*Lots more info below!* Pro makeup artist Jordan Liberty gives insider tips on the effects of SPF and silica (aka HD powder) in flash photography. Say goodbye to this dated myth with a full camera test based on your requests! Check out the unretouched test shots on our facebook page at www.facebook.com I actually believed that SPF flashed back for 6 years. Until David (creator of OCC and total genius) totally schooled me! Proof that you're never too old to learn, or be put in your place! He's an awesome dude, which is why I love OCC products. ------------------------------ Disclaimer: We use professional makeup artistry brands. Because of the poor quality of some drugstore foundations, we can't say that you won't get flashback with them. However, if you're using even the most inexpensive of professional brands, our techniques and advice will almost always apply! In either case, if you have doubts, you can always test by taking a photo with a point-and-shoot digital camera (with the flash on) from 8-10 feet away. Good luck! ------------------------------ Ingredients that DO flashback: People tend to blame SPF and silica, but nowadays, most flashback is caused by one of 3 things. Mineral foundation (loaded with reflective silver mica), blush or bronzer with a high reflectivity, or cheap foundations loaded with fillers. Amateur artists rush to blame the SPF, when it is usually some other culprit. A note on CAMERAS: Point-and-shoot consumer cameras have non-adjustable flashes ...

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