Creative & Conceptual Makeup Artistry
When it is time to move beyond standard glam, I treat the face like a canvas to create bold, avant-garde looks for your next big project.
A full view of the rhinestone-encrusted eye makeup. I meticulously placed each stone to create a gradient of sparkle, resulting in a look that is pure fantasy and perfect for avant-garde projects or music videos.
A detailed shot focusing on the delicate rhinestone work along the hairline, paired with a dramatic smokey eye. This shows how I use makeup elements to frame the face and create a cohesive, artistic vision.
See the creative process behind this conceptual rhinestone makeup look. This video shows how the makeup moves and catches the light, a key consideration for any video-based commercial or editorial project.
This is my take on a purple spotlight eye. I used a vibrant shimmer in the center of the lid to create a focal point, blended with softer purples. The result is a dewy, ethereal look that makes the eyes pop.
Another angle of the purple spotlight eye, showing the seamless blend and the glossy finish on the skin. This kind of makeup is perfect for beauty editorials where the focus is entirely on the makeup itself.
A quick transformation into a soft, dreamy look. This reel highlights a purple-toned spotlight eye and glowing skin, perfect for a commercial shoot that requires a youthful and fresh aesthetic.
A powerful editorial look created for a pro makeup class demonstration. The sharp contouring, bold brow, and dramatic lighting come together to create a high-fashion, moody image suitable for a brand campaign.
This short clip showcases the final editorial look in motion. It demonstrates how the makeup holds up under dramatic studio lighting, maintaining its structure and impact from every angle.
Playing with light and shadow to create a dramatic, conceptual portrait. The makeup is minimal yet impactful, with a focus on glowing skin and defined features that emerge from the darkness.
A full-color view of a conceptual beauty look. Here, I've used rhinestones in the hair and a clean, graphic eye to create a modern and polished feel, suitable for a jewelry or beauty brand advertisement.
About Creative & Conceptual Artistry
For these conceptual looks, I do not just apply product. I build texture. Whether it is placing individual rhinestones for a high-fashion editorial or creating a razor-sharp graphic liner for a brand campaign, I ensure every detail holds up under studio lights.
Every face is a canvas. When I am hired for designer lookbooks, portfolio shoots, or commercial campaigns in Bangalore, the makeup needs to do more than look pretty. It needs to tell a story that fits the lighting and the camera requirements.
My approach to creative makeup is technical and precise. For rhinestone-heavy looks, I map out the placement so it catches the light perfectly, not just from one angle, but from all sides. If the brief calls for a graphic or experimental texture, I use high-end, flash-friendly products from brands like Nars and Estee Lauder that do not cake or fade under bright studio setups.
I work closely with photographers and stylists to make sure the makeup complements the mood board. If you are a model or a designer, we brainstorm the vibe before the first brush touches your skin. We can go from clean, ethereal beauty to dark, moody editorial styles. I also provide standby touch-up services for shoots, managing fly-aways and shine so the photographer spends less time in post-production. Whether you are building your professional portfolio or launching a new clothing line, we will collaborate to create a look that stands out.
Mansi Kohli
I am Mansi, and for me, makeup is art. I love playing with textures like rhinestones and graphic liners to turn a standard shoot into a creative experiment that pops on camera.
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