In this episode of Flying Solo Fashion Talks, Fernando Torquatto – one of the most recognized beauty artists in the industry – shares how makeup shapes visual storytelling and defines the final image.

From cinematic references to on-set decisions, this conversation breaks down what actually builds strong fashion visuals today.

What we talk about:

– why beauty defines the emotional impact of an image

– how real collaboration between makeup, styling, and photography works

– building a personal aesthetic through cinema, history, and experience

– what actually makes a beauty artist professional today

– how visibility and recognition affect a creative career

Key ideas from Fernando:

– makeup directs how the image is perceived

– strong results come from respecting roles on set

– references matter – from film to cultural context

– your style is built over time, not copied

– visibility can change the trajectory of your work

This episode was recorded as part of the Flying Solo Fashion Awards - a nonprofit initiative recognizing the full creative team behind fashion imagery, from photographers and stylists to models, makeup artists, and set designers.

https://www.designer.flyingsolo.nyc/awards

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