At Blanche Macdonald, we create passionately and dream exquisite dreams - one of those exquisite dreams will come to fruition next week when beauty-industry pro Roque Cozzette comes to do a live makeup demonstration, share inspiration and insight and judge a BMC-family makeup competition!
“Thank you for following your dreams" are the the words Roque Cozzette, whose expertise ranges from print and fashion, to television and celebrity, shares freely with his fellow artists in recognition of the sacrifice and dedication it takes to live an artist’s life. Roque has lent his creative vision to many fashion houses such as Christian Dior, Valentino, John Galliano and Prada, among others. The world renowned makeup artist and founder of the exquisite 'COZZETTE' brand - a brush and makeup collection that offers luxury and performance with a commitment to provide natural and vegan beauty options - leads in the beauty industry not only as a brilliant artist, but also as an inspiration for the community proving the combined power of positivity and passion.
We are thrilled to announce that Roque will be flying in from New York City to meet with Blanche Macdonald Students and grads, share his magical story and choose the winners from our exclusive ‘Quote with Couture' artist competition!
GOOD LUCK!
“Creativity is the development of ones orchestrated sensibilities of beauty, mind and soul. The evidence that allows divine guidance and the interpretation of inner reflection. The art of allowing that results in a masterpiece.” - Roque Cozzette
THEME: Couture Makeup Design
Allow the quote and the power of beautiful words to inspire your makeup masterpiece - a visual interpretation of your Couture makeup design.
Source inspiration from Roque's rich history in Couture makeup design such as his collaboration with John Galliano during his reign with Dior and Roque's runway work with Valentino and Prada.
We welcome you to submit your favourite photos, along with your personal Artist’s Description by Tuesday, July 4th at noon (PST)!
x Submit a full-faced makeup look.
x Photos may be taken from various angles, but must include the collarbone area and the top of the model’s head.
x Full concept styling is encouraged. While judging will be based on the quality of the Makeup demonstrated, costuming and hair styling will also be taken into consideration.
How your submissions will be judged (out of 100 points):
Theme interpretation - 20 points
Emotional impact of creation - 20 points
Creativity/Originality - 20 points
Use of colour and texture - 20 points
Fashion/Couture detailing - 10 points
Appropriate use of editing - 10 points
This contest is open to all Blanche Macdonald family - current students, graduates and faculty (any program)!
Email your submission to allie.s@blanchemacdonald.com by Tuesday, July 4th, NOON (PST). Please include a few sentences re: your Artists’ Description - your interpretation of the theme in your creation and/or makeup techniques used.
x Submit 2 photos (max 5) for each look you enter. Unlimited entries.
x Photo editing is allowed, but we ask that you send in the original untouched photo along with the edited version.
x Please take your photo setting/background into consideration as we will be posting the top creations publicly on Blanche Macdonald’s social media accounts and website.
The Top 10 submissions will be decided by Blanche Macdonald’s Makeup Program Department and will be contacted via email/phone by 5pm on July 4th and invited to join the special presentation on Wednesday, July 5th at Blanche Macdonald’s Atelier Campus. (Prizes will be mailed to finalists who reside outside of Vancouver.)
Roque Cozzette will announce the Top 3 finalists live during his special Blanche Macdonald presentation on July 5th, 2-4pm!
Note: Wednesday July 5th presentation is solely for Blanche Macdonald current Makeup students. Only graduates who are selected within the Top 10 will be invited to attend.
TOP TEN: All finalists from 4th to 10th place will receive Roque Cozzette’s 11pc Infinite Makeup Brush Set (valued at $111USD)!
3RD PLACE: Third place winner will receive Roque Cozzette’s 11pc Infinite Makeup Brush Set (valued at $111USD), Aromatherapy Brush Cleanser, and new MATRIX Mixing Liquid!
2ND PLACE: Second Place winner will receive Roque Cozzette’s 11pc Infinite Makeup Brush Set (valued at $111USD), Aromatherapy Brush Cleanser, and new MATRIX Mixing Liquid!
1ST PLACE: First Place winner will receive Roque Cozzette’s 12pc eyeshadows, 24pc Divinity Brush Collection (valued at $485USD) with vessel, Aromatherapy Brush Cleanser, and new MATRIX Mixing Liquid!
*All prizes are provided by Roque Cozzette
*Every Cozzette product is vegan, 100% cruelty-free, long-lasting and made to withstand professional circumstances.
*Fact: Cozzette created the world’s first 100% animal free makeup brush brand in 2009! His brushes are synthetic, high quality and innovatively mimic the consistency of real fur. We call them faux-fabulous!
QUESTIONS?
Please feel free to email natasha@blanchemacdonald.com should you have any questions regarding this contest!