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The Art of Makeup [Paperback]

Kevyn Aucoin
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)


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Book Description

April 24, 1996
Kevyn Aucoin partners with the industry's greatest talents to create an exquisite, star-studded collection of portraits, and reveals some timeless beauty tips that helped earn him his super-status in the fashion industry.

It's a visual feast as supermodels and celebrities such as Susan Sarandon, Jessica Lange, Grace Jones, Christie Brinkley and Janet Jackson, to name a few, are exquisitely made up by Aucoin and photographed by the world's most famous photographers, including Richard Avedon, Patrick Demarchelier, Steven Meisel, Michael Thompson and Peter Lindbergh.

The Art of Makeup includes an introduction by Linda Wells, editor of Allure, and essays by Donna Karan, Cindy Crawford, Polly Mellen and Liza Minnelli that discuss Aucoin's talent, his incredible rise in his field and what he's like to work with. It also features tips to help women achieve the Aucoin look. Through step-by-step instructions, sample makeovers and an explanation of the 10 most common beauty mistakes and the four basic makeup combinations, Aucoin helps women accentuate their positive features, enhance their beauty and look and feel their best.

Elegant and instructional, this book is a celebration of beauty and a remarkable showcase of the talents of a man who has defined the look of the '90s.


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About the Author

Kevyn Aucoin came to New York in 1983 and less than a year later was booked with Steven Meisel for his first Vogue cover. He has more covers to his credit than any other makeup artist, and is the recipient of the first-ever CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Award for makeup artistry. He lives in New York City.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Perennial Currents (April 24, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0062730428
  • ISBN-13: 978-0062730428
  • Product Dimensions: 14.1 x 11.1 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 3.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #241,757 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Kevyn Aucoin's faces appeared in editorial features, fashion shows, music videos, and advertising campaigns as well as on the covers of virtually every major magazine. He was a guest on many television programs, including Oprah, the Today show, Good Morning America, VH-I's Fashion Television, MTV's House of Style and Entertainment Tonight. His client roster read like a Who's Who of the entertainment world's elite: this list included Sharon Stone, Whitney Houston, Linda Evangelista, Mary Tyler Moore, Cindy Crawford, Elizabeth Hurley and Bette Midler, among many, many others. Along with the numerous accolades he received is a special award from the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America), the first and only time such an honor was bestowed on a makeup artist. The author of the bestselling book The Art of Makeup, resided in NewYork City. Kevyn Aucoin passed away in May 2002.


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136 of 144 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Not a guidebook for the novice. October 15, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
This is really the Art of make up. It doesn't give you step-by-step instructions for applications. It has great pictures of celebrities and autobiographical text by Aucoin. I thought it would help me learn more about make- up applications. I guess I wanted a face map. The pictures are great and he is an artist, but I didn't learn much from the book, other than some history on Kevin Aucoin...
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41 of 42 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Make-up Bible November 30, 1999
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I HIGHLY recommend this book. It has been on my make-up table since it first came out. The instructions are clear, the discussions about color,texture and application are down-to-earth and easily understood. Lots of fun to read,too. Kevin comes across as a really nice person who is passionate about his art. Cured me of my make-up phobia permanently.
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87 of 96 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Pure genius December 2, 2000
Format:Paperback
If Picasso had written a book ÒThe art of paintingÓ would anyone buy the book and think they could paint like Picasso, or would you have purchased the book to read about how a genius learned and practiced his craft? KevynÕs first book ÒThe Art of MakeupÓ is about the art of the craft had how Kevyn (and his mentors and predecessors) elevated putting on facepaint to an artform. As a freelance makeup artist I appreciated the book as a celebration of makeup and not a how to manual. Fortunately, KevynÕs second book ÒMaking FacesÓ is more of a makeup 101
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars A great gift
A great gift for young girls learning the fine art of applying makeup tastefully. Arrived well packaged albeit a bit slow.
Published 2 months ago by Anne Macksey
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Coffee Table Book that's Practical for Makeup Lovers
I love everything makeup. I was looking for Christmas presents for my makeup-obsessed friends and came across this and decided to get this for myself. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Sonja Delisa Seabon
4.0 out of 5 stars A glimpse through Kevyn's eyes...
I remember getting The Art of Makeup when it was current, and felt very inspired by the looks (having youth on my side). Read more
Published 4 months ago by scoutyspice
5.0 out of 5 stars Get it
This man is a MUA icon. Sadly he's no longer with us. This is a book that every MUA needs to have in her/his collection. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Pro Makeup Artist Moon
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
Outstanding hard-to-find Aucoin book! Girlfriend loved it! Book was in great shape when it arrived. I would absolutely purchased another used book this way.
Published 16 months ago by TreJean
4.0 out of 5 stars Kevyn Aucoin: The Art of Makeup
I have been searching for this book for along time to complete my Kevin collection, so I was thrilled when I found it! It was used, but in excellent condition and looked brand new. Read more
Published on February 10, 2011 by Blane11
5.0 out of 5 stars Book ART OF MAKEUP AUCION
This book CAPTURES talent, vision, and ability to create such mind blowing beauty. It also shows a number of his works, creations, and clients the people he has worked with over... Read more
Published on May 31, 2009 by Brown
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you for my wonderful book. I Love It!
I lost this book years ago and was happy to find you had it for a reasonable price. I am very happy with it so thank you very much!
Published on August 16, 2008 by Joannie
5.0 out of 5 stars This book still inspires
I bought "The Art of Makeup" in 1994 when it was first published. The other day when I was reorganizing my bookcase, I pulled this book off the shelf and found myself captivated by... Read more
Published on April 1, 2007 by Joan Reynlds
5.0 out of 5 stars this is a makeup-ART book
This book is so expensive because it is simply an art book, showing Kevyn Aucoin's art. It is not a step by step guide. It's a beautiful book and worth it.
Published on January 17, 2006 by HaHaBusyRamone
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