Are there any painting techniques that can make a face look more masculine or feminine?
Again, I think brows can be very influential. Thinner, shapelier brows tend to read as more feminine, as do thicker lashes and redder lips. Of course, there’s lots of exceptions to all three and I think it almost always comes down to the wig and clothes on a doll. Especially in this fandom, many heads and face ups are equally suited to be male or female. Can you offer any helpful hints to the amateur faceup artists? Can you recommend a list of supplies including colors, paints & pastels etc? Practice A LOT. Spend a lot of time scrutinizing face ups you’re drawn to and figure out precisely what the artist has done that you like. Work in stages, figure out what is the most difficult for you and work on that first, so that if you need to start over, you’re not wiping everything. Be prepared to invest in high quality materials, especially brushes and Mr. Super Clear. Most importantly, BUY A RESPIRATOR. Nothing is worth compromising your health and MSC is serious stuff. Always spray outside
