Photography & Styling: Karlstrom Creatives MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
I am really excited to bring you this interview with Chisato Chris Arai, a Japanese makeup artist who is based in Sydney.
Chisato travels far and wide with her work, namely New York, Paris and Milan fashion weeks every year in addition to her local work in and around Sydney.
With a background in fine arts and formal training for hair and makeup from Hollywood, her phenomenal talent is highly sort after and it is not hard to see why. She has loved makeup since she was young and her work was literally born of a childhood dream. Enormously passionate about her career, she says she will live and breathe it forever!
Her current work revolves around many diverse projects which include editorials, commercials, film and fashion runways.
Enjoy xx
Your inner beauty shows on the outside, so be the most beautiful you! You must take care of both your inner and outer beauty.
LM
What inspired you to become makeup artist?
CA
I have always had a passion for visual art, particularly in make up artistry, even as a kid. I was inspired by and copied the make up of classic Hollywood actresses like Marlene Dietrich and Marilyn Monroe.
LM
Do you travel the world from one fashion week you to another?
CA
Yes! I’m very fortunate each year to be able to make attend fashion weeks in New York, Milan and Paris.
Model: Laura Leshel Photography: Robert Clyde Grima MUA: Chisato Chris Arai Hair: Ty Shearn
LM
What is the most recent fashion week you have attended?
CA
Most recently I attended fashion week in New York and Paris for the Fall/Winter Collection ’15 before heading back to Sydney for the Summer/Spring Collection ’15.
Photography: Cameron Hammond MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
LM
What do you love most about your work?
CA
It really stimulates my imagination and creativity in different ways every day! My job never ceases to be thrilling, especially during a crazy fashion show or modelling shoot. It is such a satisfying feeling to leave an event with the feeling of “a job well done”. It’s not always an easy or stable job however, so the aim is the always stay hungry and foolish!
LM
What is your favourite makeup look?
CA
Fresh, clear skin and natural everyday looks. Great looking skin is the most important thing for me.
LM
What Australian models do you love?
CA
I’ve loved all of the Aussie models I’ve worked with. I am really loving model/actress/DJ Ruby Rose right now and what she is doing for the Transgender community.
Model: Bridie Morris Photographer: Seung Rok MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
LM
What is your idea of beauty?
CA
Your inner beauty shows on the outside, so be the most beautiful you! You must take care of both your inner and outer beauty.
LM
What are the secrets of good make up application?
CA
Good Skin! A good skin care routine is very important because it’s the base for the application of make up.
LM
When you are on a shoot how long does it take you to complete a models make up?
CA
It depends on the model and the shoot, but I usually take about one hour.
Photography: Mitchell McLennan Stylist: Sarah Starkey MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
LM
Do you love fashion shows or are they just too crazy to enjoy?
CA
I love fashion shows! They definitely are crazy but the rush of adrenaline is what makes me love working on fashion shows the most!”
LM
What do you think of plastic surgery?
CA
I have no objection to plastic surgery. It’s a very personal choice and can be a great one if it creates a happier, more confident you.
Model: Stefan Pollmann Photography: Pat Supsiri
MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
LM
What do you think of tattoos, piercings, body art and permanent makeup?
CA
I have no particular problem with them, but to me personally, it’s a big commitment. Before embarking on any of them, I would put a lot of consideration into it.
LM
What is your opinion of the our local industry? I believe we have the best creatives in the world. Do you agree?
CA
Absolutely! I agree with you!! That’s why I live here!!!
We have a very young, diverse and growing local industry and it is always inspiring to work with likeminded creatives.
Model: Soo Joo Photography: Stockton Johnson Stylist: Melaney Oldenhof Hair: Charlie Taylor MUA: Chisato Chris Arai
LM
Do you work as a freelancer or part of a team?
CA
I am a freelance hair/make up artist in Australia and I am part of a team overseas.
Photography & Styling: Karlstrom Creatives MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
LM
What is next for you… which fashion show or fashion week?
CA
I am going to be attending the Fashion Weeks of New York, Milan and Paris for the Spring/Summer Collection. I can’t wait to find out the new fashion/make up and hair trends!
Until next time,
Jade xx
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Photography & Styling: Karlstrom Creatives MUA/Hair: Chisato Chris Arai
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