Want to challenge yourself this upcoming weekend? Try creating a unique special effects makeup look using ONLY your non-dominant hand!
Gabrielle Rivera is a graduate of QC Makeup Academy’s Master Makeup Artistry Course. Since one of her biggest niches is special effects makeup, she naturally jumped all over this challenge!
In the following video, Gabrielle attempts to recreate an SFX face chart originally created by Lauren Sullivan. However, she was tasked with completing this application only using her right hand. As a natural lefty, this would obviously prove to be quit the task!
So, how did Gabrielle do? You’ll have to watch the video below to find out!
Want to see more of Gabrielle’s makeup work? Check out her Instagram for some seriously awesome content!
Why Gabrielle Nailed This Makeup Challenge
As you’ll see in the video, Gabrielle does a surprisingly great job at creating a full SFX makeup application using her non-dominant hand. If you’re wondering how this is possible, there’s actually a very simple answer.
(No, it’s not because she practiced a million times beforehand. We pinky promise!)
The truth is, it’s all due to the professional training Gabrielle already has under her belt. Although she wasn’t able to use her dominant hand, Gabrielle still knew exactly what she was supposed to be doing. You see, when you learn the fundamentals of makeup artistry, you’ll know how to apply them correctly – regardless of which hand you use.
Sure, the application might have looked a bit more polished and precise had Gabrielle used her left hand. But the fact that she didn’t and it still turned out as amazing as it did is a true testament to Gabrielle’s educational background and skill!
Become a Special Effects Makeup Expert Through QC Makeup Academy
In QC’s 4-unit Special FX Makeup Course, you’ll discover:
- Safe and sanitary application for special effects makeup;
- How to identify and work with common skin disorders;
- The art of applying aging makeup, bald caps, and working with fake hair;
- How to work with prosthetics;
- The steps to creating a unique SFX and/or fantasy character;
- How to create realistic gore/wound effects;
- The critical components of starting and marketing your own MUA business;
- And so much more!
