So, since the announcement of the makeup change to Dark Elves back in May, I can't help but notice that there have been almost no how-to or informational posts about how to approach the new makeup scheme. There were a few hinted at in the original thread (which I'll replicate below), but having a dedicated thread in the Art, Costuming, and Props section seems like it will help more people searching for information compared to the announcement thread. Thus, with the impending release of 2.0 and me finally getting off my lazy rear to type something, here's a ball to start rolling to help the people out there, new or old, looking to get some information on one of the highest make-up requirement races in Alliance!
Wig websites, for those wanting some different hair: (Thanks to my sister, a semi-former CosPlayer)
https://www.arda-wigs.com/
http://www.thefivewitswigs.com/
If you've got color recommendations, tips, tricks, or anything pertaining to the 2.o Dark Elf costuming, your contribution would be most welcome.
MaxIrons said:So here is a very very basic dark elf. Mehron dark blue base, no shading, no highlighting, Mehron white for the beard. [Picture attached]
Nothing special, just a sponge applicator and a brush for a quick "Monster Camp" level of makeup. I'm sure people working with airbrush applicators, real skill, and/or more than two colors could do a much more sophisticated job.
Kasuni said:Players can absolutely mix tones! In fact, from some of the makeup enthusiasts I’ve spoken with, it looks much better!
A couple members of our team played dark elf PCs - one purple with blue highlights, the other blue with purple highlights. It looked excellent!
Vincent Tarethial said:My plot team leader mixed purple and gray at the HQ opener and in my opinion, it looked spectacular.
Creepy/Petra said:I mixed [Mehron Paradise Light Blue] and [Mehron Starblend Monster Grey]... used dark blue lipstick for contouring and lips as well as eyeshadow to add definition to my eyes. Silver on the inner corners a white waterline and silver eyeshadow on the cheekbones. Baby bowder and hairspray to seal...
No touchups were needed through the day and minimal fixing in the morning
Wig websites, for those wanting some different hair: (Thanks to my sister, a semi-former CosPlayer)
https://www.arda-wigs.com/
http://www.thefivewitswigs.com/
If you've got color recommendations, tips, tricks, or anything pertaining to the 2.o Dark Elf costuming, your contribution would be most welcome.