July 1st, 2008 •
Related •
Filed Under
|
|
Linda Hay is Victoria’s Secret chief makeup artist and the secret behind its beautiful Angels, such as: Heidi Klum, Miranda Kerr, and Adriana Lima. In this interview find out who was Linda Hay’s biggest inspiration to become a makeup artist, the best part of working with Victoria’s Secret, and her dream face for makeup.
|
When did your fascination with makeup begin?
When I was a very young girl one of my favorite things to do was to watch my mother put on her makeup. She could not go anywhere unless she put on a face. My mom is very attractive woman and I used to just love watching her transform. Then I went to art school and I really didn’t know what to do after I got out of school. I thought I might be a sculptor or maybe a painter of some sort. I also knew that the kind of job I would enjoy involves travel, working for myself, portable and not in an office. But I didn’t know what it was until I got into makeup-this is when I said to myself-that is my job!
What was your biggest break as a professional makeup artist?
My biggest break was being introduced to Victoria’s Secret. It was a huge break for me because it immediately elevates you to work in a company that really appreciates makeup and beauty. Victoria’s Secret is all about the fantasy and that’s what I love. I love celebrating women and the fantasy of being a girl. Women are so beautiful. One of my favorite classes in art school was life drawing, I was so blown away by the female body.
|
“My biggest break was being introduced to Victoria’s Secret.It was a huge break for me because it immediately elevates you to work in a company that really appreciates makeup and beauty. Victoria’s Secret is all about the fantasy and that’s what I love.I love celebrating women and the fantasy of being a girl.”
|
How do you describe your makeup style?
I like to enhance, I don’t like to transform. I like the face to be the dominant part and the makeup to work around like a painting. I want you to see the face and not the makeup.
Is there a typical Victoria’s Secret model makeup look?
I like to customize my the makeup according to the model I’m working with. They are all so different. Otherwise I will be missing out on the individual beauty of the model. To me it is the face that dominates the application.
|
What are some your favorite Victoria’s Secret Beauty products?
I love all Victoria’s Secret Bare Bronze products. That’s what I apply on the models in fashion shows. I apply it on legs and body. Makeup shouldn’t stop at the face or the neck, it should look continuous and blended all over the body.
Do you travel a lot and what city do you find most inspiring?
Greece, Venice, Rome, New York, and Paris they are all independently inspiring because of what they represent.
What is the best part working with Victoria’s Secret?
The best part is every part. You couldn’t hope to work for a greater group of people. We’re friends. We are like a strange extended family that spends a lot time together. We travel to some of the most beautiful places in the world, locations you might never get to go in your personal life. I am very fortunate.
Who would be your dream canvas or face for makeup?
Victoria’s Secret Angels, the most beautiful women in the world. And after meeting Liza Minnelli while out in New York City with Hide Klum , I might say-Liza Minnelli. Liza is a woman from the old school who seems to love makeup.
It was a pleasure to interview Linda you can find out all about the models, makeup and ofcourse underwear by visiting : www.victoriassecret.com
|
Average Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 288 user reviews.
Comment by Nadia on 8 November 2008:
Hi, I hope that this reaches you Linda, my name is Nadia and I know that the Victoria Secret Fashion show is coming to Miami Beach and I wanted to know if you could find room for me if you’re going to be attending. I don’t have alot of professional experience but I love being a makeup artist and would like a chance. Thank you
Pingback by Heidi Klum at the Emmy Awards 2009: Get The Look : TalkingMakeup.com: Daily makeup and beauty blog and makeup tutorials on 21 September 2009:
[…] Linda Hay interviews with Marta Walsh AKPC_IDS += “8044,”; SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: “Heidi Klum at the Emmy Awards 2009: Get The Look”, url: “http://talkingmakeup.com/how-to/heidi-klum-at-the-emmy-awards-2009-get-the-look/” }); […]
Pingback by Heidi Klum Interviews With Marta Walsh : TalkingMakeup.com: Daily makeup and beauty blog and makeup tutorials on 9 October 2009:
[…] Makeup Artist Linda Hay interview with Marta Walsh AKPC_IDS += “9585,”; SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: “Heidi Klum Interviews […]
Comment by Leah Perez on 1 May 2010:
Adriana Lima is my favorite Victoria Secret model. She has perfect curves and a very pretty face.,’~
Comment by Luis Howard on 11 August 2010:
oh how i wish i could marry Adriana Lima, i just love her complexion and pretty face ,
Comment by Wet Saw on 17 October 2010:
every man in this planet is wishing to marry someone like adriana lima:.~
Comment by Clarinda Alexandra on 26 October 2010:
Lovely Blog. Thank you.
Comment by Ty Elis on 26 October 2010:
A tip to save some dollars when watching films it that rather than heading to the movies on a busy sunday look at leasing your films. The normal fee to lease a DVD is less than half the price of just one movie ticket at your normal cinema. Another incentive is that you may probably hire around 4 movies via your nearby video shop for the very same price tag as 2 tickets at your movie theater.
Comment by Trike Motorcycles · on 7 November 2010:
well of course Adriana Lima has the best body ever “
Comment by Sara's Jewelry Blog on 22 November 2010:
You are doing a fantastic service to your viewers by opening the feedback area, it’s a terrific way to keep in touch with them. There are many resources here and thank you for being so kind to publish them.
Comment by Bennie Croswell on 30 May 2011:
Appreciation for a great first class weblog. I discovered at this site facts designed in the perfect approach. I would suggest the web page to everyone and next to each of my buddies. I have been browsing this kind of online for a number of days or weeks. Again thanks for discussing this specific gorgeous content.
Comment by Bertha Donoso on 1 June 2011:
Appreciation for a great amazing web site. I noticed at this website resources written in a wonderful strategy. I can propose such internet site around the globe and after that to each my buddies. I had seeking this specific on the internet for a good number of nights. Once more many thanks posting this particular fabulous subject.
Comment by Blogger Nusantara Blogpreneur Indonesia on 11 October 2011:
semoga sukses dengan kontes seo nya yaa
Pingback by A How To guide on recreating your very own Victoria Secret Makeup Application. on 30 November 2011:
[…] Linda Hay describes this look as Fresh, Flirty & Young. She couldn’t have picked a better description. […]
Comment by Microsoft Windows on 14 December 2011:
ill definatelybe bookmarking this sheet.
Comment by agence immo montrouge 92 on 8 July 2013:
Larger cities will usually offer a compost service
that comes on the same day as your garbage and
recycling. If you want to be near family and friends, then
find a place closer or more accessible to them. Government tax credits aimed at new
and current homeowners ended on April 30th, adversely affecting
the growth in home sales.