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| Lichtenstein-inspired makeup |
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| Cosmetology students try their hand at makeup inspired by art movements. |
The fifth annual Orlo Goes Global--or OGG5 as those in the know are calling it--promises to be the best yet. This year's hair stylists and make-up artists are taking their cues from famous works of art, producing a runway show that will really "draw" a crowd.
"It's like a fashion show, but for hair and makeup," says Angela Caputo, Creative Director at the Orlo. "This is a fabulous avant garde runway show, and it's right here in Albany." The show, which features student stylists from the Orlo School of Hair Design and Cosmetology, is unusual because it offers students a taste of the industry, and also gives them an opportunity to donate their skills to charity, she says.
The students will work with alumni to create around 50 different looks inspired by the five artists movements: Impressionism, Cubism, Futurism, Pop Art, and Op Art. Looks will integrate hair and makeup design, and students are already brushing up on their techniques for weeks, so that they can achieve truly artistic results.
During a recent practice session at the Orlo, students watched as Genn Shaughnessy, Professional Makeup Artist at MUAH! turned instructor Jackie Bushnell into figure right out of Roy Lichtenstein frame. She also coached them through Op Art and Impressionism.
This year's show will benefit the Starlight Children's Foundation, an organization that Orlo has long supported. Each year, students donate their time and skills to the foundation's "Day of Beauty" events, where ill children are paired with stylists who give them the royal treatment. "We want our students to understand that it's important to give back to the community," says Alice Caputo, Director at the Orlo. This year, funds raised at the Orlo Goes Global will go to help the foundation further its mission of improving the life and health of kids around the world.
This year, music is provided by DJ Trumastr, one of the Capital Region's hottest DJs. Hors'd'ouevres, photo booth, raffles, silent auction, vendor tables, and cash bar will add to the party atmosphere. The big event will take place at the New York State Museum.
Orlo Goes Global, A Hair Show, will take place, Saturday, March 21 at 7pm at the New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue in Albany. Doors open at 7pm, show begins at 7:30. Tickets are $10 in advance, and they can be purchased at the door. For more information, call the Orlo 459-7832.
