While we’ve been away.. Africa Magic Ad Campaign 6

Gosh so many things to update you all on.

So, have you seen the new Africa Magic Campaign to celebrate the launch of their new channels?

We’ll in case you’ve missed the television commericals and huge posters around Nigeria (or any where else you may be located).. we’ve added a few images from the amazing shoot we worked on with an immensely talented crew of actors/actresses/singers and personalities.

Hair was provided by the amazing Ola for all artists except for Tiwa & Eku who were looked after by the fantastic Deborah Falana

Styling can only have been Bolaji Animashaun

Photography .. well.. who else by Kelechi Amadi-Obi

Make-up.. yeah.. you know this part.. The Sacred Team! (except for Tiwa)

Thank you to Monisola & Phunke for assisting on this huge project. You girls were amazing as always.

Sacred Artistry Creative Competition – May 2012 – Seasons of The Year Reply

Hello all my Gorgeous Artistes out there

Yes we’re BACK!  We know it’s been such a long time. We had a little break after our end of year edition, so many things to work on but I promise we have so much in store for you.  We’ll be posting all the juicy gossip, interviews and much more over the next couple of weeks, so without further delay, let’s launch the 1st instalment of our Monthly Make-up Artistry Competition for 2012!!!

The theme as you can see is “Seasons of The Year” – Now you may be scratching your head and thinking.. most of us are in Nigeria, it’s either hot sun or rain, but makeup isn’t about boundaries, it’s not restricted to your location.  The theme was inspired by the recent shoot appearing in this month’s TW Magazine. Our 2011 end of year reigning champion (Omegie Nsofor) along with our Creative Director worked together to create some avante garde beauty pages which has never been done before at TW.

That Thin Colourful Line. 2

Nicki Minaj and Rihanna are two ladies I love when it comes to colourful bold eyeshadows. I love bold eyeshadows….when done properly it adds life and interest to a simple makeup look and speaks volumes without you actually speaking. But then someone who refuses to be caught with vibrant shadow but still wants that colour and vibrancy will ask….“how do I take part in the fun without going all the way? “

The answer is simple; Colour eyeliners. A colourful eyeliner ranging from blue to violet can give a very neutral look an edge without committing to a full eyelid of colour.

Everyone from Kelly Rowland to Leona Lewis have been rocking this trend and you too can be a part of it.

Achieving this look is very easy, using any coloured eyeliner pencil, apply to the upper and lower lash line or waterline and smudge slightly with a smudge brush for more drama.

Video: The Importance of Colour 1

Ever since I was a child I’ve had a deep love of colours. I always loved painting and Art was one of my favourite subjects at school. I can honestly say that for me, the transition between working on canvas to painting beautiful makeup on a face was just the most logical natural step to take.  But understanding the relationships between colours is something that anyone can learn and is one of the most fundamental basics that any makeup artist should know.

Colour Theroy is a must in all aspects of our lives not just makeup. It can be applied to our clothes and home decor as well. May interior design and fashion courses start with education about colour. It’s all around us. Colour is everywhere and once you harness their power, you can transform your world!!

You can pick up wheels from any good beauty retailer or an arts and crafts store. But don’t worry if you’re in Lagos and can’t find any, Colour Wheels will be on sale at the Sacred Artistry Academy from January. Email us if you’d like to reserve yours now info@thesacredacademy.com

I found this really cool video explaining colour theory. It’s long but totally worth it.

Enjoy!

Sacred Artistry Creative Competition – Ice Queen – Winter Wonderland (End of Year Edition) 5

Hello all my Gorgeous Artistes out there

It’s finally here!! The seventh and final instalment of our Monthly Make-up Artistry Competition for 2011!!!

The theme as you can see is “Ice Queen – Winter Wonderland” – Now you may be scratching your head and thinking.. you’re all based in Nigeria, but makeup isn’t about boundaries, it’s not restricted to your location. Even if you’re sweltering in the heat, we want you to convince us that you’re in a magical “cold” fairytale!!

Feel free to use accessories and props and of course.. lashes!!

All photos must be raw unedited images and as always you can perform the makeup either on yourself or on a model.

Entries must be submitted by 27th December (we’re giving you a few days extra because of xmas). Results will be announced on Friday 30th December 2012 (what a way to end the year!!).

Walk on the Black side….If you dare. 3

So winter is upon us, well harmattan in Nigeria but its all winter as we have shorter days and longer nights. Speaking of Nights I have always wanted to try one of those black vampire type smokey eyes. I am not afraid of crazy colours but that is theone look that scares me. I recently worked on a client who wanted the look and I remembered also working on a model for a shoot that required the same look (picture below) and it inspired me to try it on myself. Hey, if she clould pull it off so well so can I. (its only make up right?)