Miss Havisham Evaluation

For My Miss Havisham Character design, there weer a number of thing that i was not happy with and i feel that i could have done better or altered in order to get a better result. Firstly, i feel that i was bit too over- ambitious with my design; the style of makeup that i opted use to portray Miss Havisham was incredibly hard to repeat exactly the same the second time, as there were so many different aspects and details involved in creating the look initially, that it made it impossible to repeat. I also think that on second evaluation, My Character design is probably not the best or even the most realistic makeup design i could have done. The whole point of this was to make it suitable to be on TV or Film; which involves as essence of authenticity and reality to the look, and i feel that mine does not, However it would be good for theatre. I feel that i could have applied the aging technique alot better and more precise than i had done also. Another factor that i would change, if i had the chance again, would be the eye makeup. I feel that the Eye makeup within this look is what is bringing the whole look down, whereas even if i got rid of the blackness, then a realistic quality to the character would still be valid. A lesson I'v learnt from this is that i can practice individual aspect of the look, and have them appear near perfect, but when you put them together for the actual overall look, it might nor work out as well as expected. In future i need to practice the whole look so that i know what to change and alter. The makeup look, doesn't necessarily appear as it does on the chart so practice is key.

Despite disliking the majority of this Makeup design, one of the aspects of the design that i am proud of is the hair. I feel that the hair designs and execution is the strongest feature within my Miss Havisham look. It turned out exactly as i had hoped and intended it to, although i did have a bit of trouble with the dry- shampoo application, but it appears unnoticeable on the end result. Another aspect that i am proud of, though it is far from faultless, would have to be the continuity. Having to get the second design to look exactly the same as the first application is impossible, considering how complex and detailed my design actually was. But i feel, looking at the pictures and comparing, i didn't do too bad of a job. The shades and tones of some of the colours might be a bit different to each other but from the overall appearance; i think i got them as close to each other as i personally could. Learning from my mistake, i need to make sure that any continuity designs i do in the future are simple and easy to create, and i keep a record of the mixtures i use, so that the colour match up.
I personally don't want to work in the TV and Film industry, but i feel that learning the importance of Continuity is a skill that may very well benefit me in the future.

Continuity 1 (front)

Continuity 2 (front)

Contiuity 1 (back)

Continuity 2 (Back)

Estella Design Preparation

Step by step notes

Face chart

Hair Chart

Estella Hair Chart Initial Ideas

 Design 1

For my first Hair design idea, i gained inspiration from Holliday Grainger in her role as Estella. The hairstyle goes a bit against the norm in that period, but there are aspects which are also very Victorian- esque. The hair is first of all sleeked back into a ponytail and divided into 3 parts; then either using hair pieces of padding, the hair is woven around to form large rolls at the back of the head. A small piece of hair is also left out from the ponytail and plaited and fastened across the frehead to create a kind of crown. TO finish off the look decorative flowers and feathers are applied to the back at the center. I LOVE this design alot, i feel that it very aesthetically pleasing, and I can really see Estella wearing this for my design. The only issues i have with it though is that i may have gained a bit too much inspiration as i does look alot like her hairstyle already minus a few aspects. I want my design to be original and of my own creation and design, so i probably wont use it, but i will definitely attempt to create it at some point. It looks like a lot of fun to recreate personally, and am slightly disappointed that i cant use it.

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Design 2

For my second design I incorporated the looping plaits around the ears, and had the hair tied back into 2 vertical rolls. The front of the hair is sectioned into a middle parting and the hair at the top and the overall surface, is sleek and flat against the head; which is very in- keeping with the era. A decorative feather is place in the middle of the rolls for the final touch. In my opinion, I don't like this as much as the previous design, but i like the idea of fastening the hair at the  back using rolls, The overall hairstyle though, i dont think says 'Estella', Estellas charcater is supposed to be alluring and superior. This design is a bit too reserved and simple for Estella, so for that reason, it wouldnt be appropriate. The hair helps to create the charcter, and this would do the opposite i think.

Design 3

For my Last design, the hair is, again, parted down the center at the front of the head. And instead of being sleeked down the sides of the face, the hair is pulled up at the temples and fluffed up slightly to create volume. Tendrils are left to hang loose down by the ears to frame the face nicely. The rest of the hair is pulled back to the center of the head at the back, and fastened into a Chignon, and decorative flowers will be inserted into the Bun. I really like this design, and by default, will use it for my Final look. I really like how the hairstyle appears fairly simple, it also is not dull. I can Picture Estella with this style; which is the most important thing, and am very much looking forward to creating the character.

Estella Face Chart Initial Ideas

Design 1
My First Estella Design, consists of a basic makeup application routine. First primer and concealer are applied, then the base will be applied. Making sure that it is as close the the natural skin tone as possible, in order to give Estella the most natural looking makeup. Pink blusher is also applied onto the cheekbones. A purplish/ brown shadow is applied o the eyes, and they are then lined lightly with brown eyeliner, and mascara is applied. The eyebrows will be filled in and to finish this look off a slightly dark red is applied onto the lips. This design, i feel for Etella, isn't appropriate. I think that the eyes are too dark, as well as the lips. I need to bear in mind that during the Victorian Era little to no makeup was worn by women, so this look is definately not fitting with the circumstaces.

Design 2

This design ahs the same application of base makeup to the first design; Primer, concealer, base. But then for the eyes a very pale nude brown/ beige is applied onto the sockets and the outer corners of the eyes are lined with brown eyeliner. Mascara is also applied very faintly. The eyebrows are traced very lightly to keep them looking as natural as possible. The cheeks are a peachy tone, which will be applied lightly, and finally the lips are given an orangey/ pinkish tone to them. I really like this design, i feel that it fits in with the era, unlike the other one. I also like its simplicity, which reflects the estella charcter in the Adaptations on screen. This one is my favourite for sure.

Design 3

Again, the makeup application is the same as befre, but for this design instead of using blusher to contour the cheekbones, bronzer is used instead, the eyeshadow is a darker brown, and the eyes are lightly lined with black. THe lips are and ombre effect in a deep plum/ purple tone. Without even thinking twice, i know that the makeup design for this one is way too extravagant for Estella and if i were to have dark eyes and lips its would completely clash against the time period and the Character as well. Which is a slight shame, as i really liked the lip design, and feel that Estella could have definately looked good with them!

On final review, i think i will stick with design 2 as it seems the most appropriate for the character of Estella, and the Victorian era. 

Miss Havisham Continuity 2

Front

Right side 

Left side

Back

Miss Havisham Continuity 1

Front

Right side 

Left side 

Back

Miss Havisham Preparation

Continuity Notes

Face Chart 

Hair Chart

After all the research and practicing having taken place for this continuity design, i feel confident that i will be able to pull it off. I am fairly excited to do it actually. Bring it on!