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deanna v’lcevska
Since the age of thirteen, Dee has always wanted to be a makeup artist.. In 1997 she completed her BTEC in make up & design and, on completion of the course, she got her first break in TV working in Nevada, Utah, Florida and Cyprus on a teen comedy drama.
The next three years were spent working in TV on a variety of programmes whilst building a stills portfolio and working on short films.
Since then she has constantly worked on music videos, commercials, stills and TV productions.
The skills which keep Dee in constant demand also include special effects, period hairstyling, air brushing and body painting.
Tess Daley, Dermot O’ Leary, Jamie Winston, Jodie Kidd, Johnny Vaughn, Gavin Rossdale, Dawn French are just a few of the many celebrities Dee has worked with.
Her music clients over the last 13 years have included Kings of Leon, Wiley, The Streets, Madness, Elbow, Jet, Tinchy Stryder, Richard Ashcroft, Funeral for a friend, Supergrass, Beautiful South, A-ha to name but a few.
Television shows include: MTV Awards, T4, Top of the Pops, Jools Holland show, Pop World, CBBC.
Her advertising campaigns include Ministry of Sound, Hed Kandi, Gate Crasher, Olay, Paul Smith, Marks & Spencers, Boots, Virgin Airways, Sony Playstation, Canon, Comic Relief…the list is endless.
Her portfolio and show reels can be seen on her website http://www.mama-makeup.co.uk
Interview with Dee….
How did you get into make up?
I studied make up & design at Westminster in 1996. Then i was lucky enough to get my first break in tv working on a teen comedy.
What have been your best moments so far?
Always working with great teams of talented and inspiring individuals and feel the satisfaction of making your vision a reality.
What personality traits make a good artist?
Calmness and positivity, diversity, attention to detail and above all passion.
Why did you start teaching?
Time to give something back. I’ ve always enjoyed having trainees working with me and seeing them develop their confidence and skills. But on a busy set you don’t always have the time to give 100%.
Give us a typical ‘day in the life of…’ a make up artist
Very very varied … one day you are in a studio ….the next you are in a freezing location .. Meetings with photographers, directors, producers…. Researching and creating looks …. Using your creativity to make your artist look and feel good.
What are your 3 favourite products?
There are so many! At the moment Clinique Quick Blush, Makeup for Ever waterproof eyebrow, Bobbi Brown Gel Eyeliner.
What is your top beauty tip?
Drink lots of water to keep your skin hydrated.
Any skin care tips?
We all have very different skin types, so it’s important to find the right tip for you. Make sure you clean your skin properly and moisturizer is the key to soft supple skin. Apply when the skin is slightly damp as the water locks in moisture.
What is your advice to budding make up artists?
The best training after your course is assisting an established make up artist.
