Don't want to step on anyone's toes, just think its an interesting topic of discussion. To be honest when I think of professional makeup artists, those who are demanded and wanted (because lets be honest, there are degrees to artistry) I tend to think of their skill and not their tools. Its kind of like the YouTube thing. You can have all the fancy makeup brands, and all the expensive brushes...but that skill and talent? Gosh, that's a mixture of training and art. I completely understand that when you're getting your makeup applied you want the luxury and fancy, but I also think when it comes to how you look... I've seen too many gals with the yellow triangles of doom quoting, "This is the technique that makes Kim Kardashian look stunning." but you know they know nothing about the logic behind why Kim K;s makeup artist did that or how to adapt that to a woman with a totally different face shape and tone. Its similar to how a stylist can take $20, pick up vintage clothes, and make someone look stunning vs. someone who runs to buy all the expensive clothing and jewelry and still looks cheap. I think a true makeup artist can take drugstore items and make you look flawless and gorgeous, they can make you look stunning on the cover of that magazine and amazing at that special Academy event. So when I think, "Would I be offended?" Honey, if you make me look good I don't give a damn. A $500 muddy face is still a muddy face. (We've all seen the poor celebs who look like they're melting at award's shows). Everyone's entitled to their opinion, I just enjoy the discussion. Edit: Oh yeah, this isn't taking into account cost. Tbh, I want a mixture then, because what you charge me better reflect the cost of your tools and talent. I certainly won't say boo to a lower price if the end result is good, but yeah don't charge me $1000 for cheaper items because then I know I'm overpaying you.
I just hope that ed bronzer shade will suit me!
