Mansfield students bring art to life in make-up artistry sessions

A recent work placement project with Sutton-based Shooting Star Body Art, saw the level-two make-up artistry students challenged to create looks based on the seasons of the year.

Suzanne Jacques, company owner, was impressed with the designs and visited them during their tutorial session at the college then visited the students in their tutorial session at college and selected a winner for each season.

The winners – Jas Young, spring; Megan Newbold, summer; Cody Berrington, autumn; and Abbie-Leigh Statham, winter – were each presented with a £10 Amazon voucher.

She said: “I was amazed by some of their work, creativity and the inspiration for their looks. I was also asked if I would pick the winners for each season, which was hard, as everyone had done such an amazing job – but there were a few who really caught my eye.

“I also had a chat with the students, answered their questions, advised them about certain things to do to find a job, and talked about my experiences as a make-up artist.

“I enjoyed every minute. The students were amazing, and I look forward to seeing them grow and hopefully have a wonderful career.”

Following on from this project the students went on to develop their fine talents during a fantasy themed body art session.

Martinez Slater created a half-devil and half-angel adorned with decorative accessories, while Abbie-Leigh brought a nautical feel to her work in her mermaid creation with shells, netting and aqua blues and greens.