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20 questions Diana Schmidtke Celeb Industry

20 questions Diana Schmidtke Celeb Industry

Teen Vogue for April 15, 2009

If that would like to work on the series of major Hollywood movies or between racks in Fashion Week, the new book, celebrity stylist Diana Schmidtke, Access direct, is giving all that future beauty professionals there a precious gift - a book full of his own personal experiences and detailed advice for help them realize their dreams in this super competitive industry!

1. You've worked with an impressive number of celebrities in show business. Is there anyone who would like to work with who has not?
Of course! It is difficult to reduce it to one person, but if I had to choose someone who can work tomorrow, I would choose the president Barack Obama.

2. When did you discover when you wanted a career in the beauty industry?
Actually, it was an evolutionary process that began when he was 18 years old. (My mother, however, tell you began in the 4th grade when my teacher confiscated my comb during class.) For me, I remember the journey that begins when my hairdresser asked me to be her hair model in the Middle West Beauty Show in Chicago. Throughout the day, I had the opportunity to walk around the convention and talk to people about their careers. On the way home, I decided I wanted to use my creativity to make people feel good about themselves. immediately enrolled in beauty school.

3. Do you think this is a professional skill that successful beauty is born with or one that can be nurtured and refined?
I have seen the two types of very successful artists. I am not a born artist. I attended many kinds of hair and makeup, even after graduating from beauty school. Even now, as an educator, I continue to take the time to perfect my skills.

4. How can men and women who aspire to work in the beauty industry
start your trip?
The knowledge and passion are the keys to success in this race. Only when you understand how the industry can you develop His passion and learn how to make it work for you.

5. When you get your big break?
I think luck is a combination of preparation and readiness. For three years, went to the library every week investigation of film, art and fashion. The Internet did not exist as it does today! And just when I was ready to throw in the towel and returning to Chicago, I met a freelance artist named Marvin in my farewell party. Because he did not was one of the guests, introduced myself, which led to a conversation about my dream. I explained my story and share my dream of being an independent hair and makeup artist signed with Celestine Agency, to which he replied: "I am an artist signed by Celestina The Agency." I was shocked! I've been an artist Celestine Agency in the past 10 years.

6. What are some career goals that people should set for themselves before that attempt a career in beauty?
Commitment: A commitment to yourself to never give up their dream.
Knowledge is Power: Know your craft, understand their industry and network with everyone in your industry.
Budget: You must be willing to invest in yourself and in your career.
Location: Needed live in a city that can offer you the kind of work you are looking to perform. (Freelance work is available in all major cities)
Thick skin: wait for the rejection. "For every no, you're one step closer next time yeah!"

7. What inspired to write his book, "Shortcuts?"
In the past 10 years, the number one question I have asked is, "How I can enter the industry? "Type" shortcuts "to encourage and educate aspiring artists on how to make your dreams come true. My goal was to create the first all-inclusive resource guide for hair and makeup artist on how to enter the fashion and entertainment industry.

8. Did it begin his career as a freelance makeup artist?
Actually, I started my career as a stylist. After beauty school, I worked in a salon Chicago. I enrolled in special effects make up the school, when I moved to Los Angeles.

9. What are some ways that readers of Teen Vogue can land his first independent work?
A portfolio of independent artists is key to the fate of their first job. A new artist builds his portfolio with pictures of their test shoots. In a road test of the photographer, stylist, model, makeup artist and stylist agreed to donate their time in an effort to create new images for their portfolios.

10. What is the hardest part of working in beauty?
Saying no to one of my favorite clients, because I am already booked that day.

11. Do you have a goal for himself that are yet to come?
Yes, I have more ideas for hair and makeup several books. Today, I'm designing a class that focused on creating portfolios of artists, students leave class with pictures in hand. And my personal goal is to retire in Costa Rica.

12. Are there different ways to take for those who are interested in the beauty of fashion and television that he would like to work on projects in Hollywood?
Yes, the career of film and television is completely different to a career in fashion. To begin, film and television are the artists of the Artists Union and fashion are the artists of the Union. All depends on the Avenue of art to perform. That is so important to understand the different options available to you as an artist. Once you are an experienced, these two sectors are crossed for you. The possibilities become endless at this time.

13. What kind of projects have the most fun working?
My favorites are the outbreaks of magazine publishing projects. I love the art of photography. Capture a moment that affects people and lasts forever is really something special.

14. How is beauty related to art?
In its purest form, beauty and art are one in the same.

15. Is the beauty school is a necessary step to take toward a career in entertainment?
Everything depends on the career path within the entertainment industry you choose to follow. Although very encouraging education, some careers in the entertainment industry do not require a cosmetology license.

16. If it had not decided to become a makeup and hair, which
What career would think that done?
A personal chef. I like to eat food and I love to entertain.

17. Who inspired you most during your career in beauty?
Industry Orlando Pita. Their art is diverse, sophisticated and timeless.

18. How can girls highlight your best features without having to go overboard?
To see every day, less is always more. If your sure what you use or how to apply makeup, visit the makeup counters. Talk with makeup artists and when you meet one that you click to ask their advice. They can help you determine the techniques and colors are best for its features. And the best part is, it's free!

19. What are some of your favorite hair products / tools?
Hands down My favorite tool is my hair wood boar bristle round brush. These brushes are ideal for protecting the integrity of the hair and the achievement of great blow to the results.

20. What is the most valuable piece of advice you have given in his book,
"Shortcuts?"
The permit, knowledge and confidence to pursue her dream. You can do it!

For more of Diana's new book, Out: shortcutsthebook.com

-Runa BHATTACHARYA

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