PROTOTYPE is a practice-led project to work on 50 individual faces — to deepen artistic decision-making through real human variation. It exists to challenge our skills, refine our process, and grow through hands-on experience. True practice doesn’t happen on charts or templates — it happens through different skin tones, textures, features, and expressions, face by face.
Each PROTOTYPE session is approached as a working creative exercise. The direction is shaped by what feels most appropriate — whether that is moodboard-led, concept-driven, or a more personal interpretation. No two sessions are designed to be the same, PROTOTYPE is intentionally different from our usual teaching or service-based sessions.
To preserve focus and the intimacy of the process, sessions are conducted one-on-one, without companions present. From there, the creative direction is set collaboratively, whether moodboard-led, personal and natural, or concept-driven. Questions are welcomed throughout and learning may happen through conversation and shared observation. Each session is documented as it happens.
In exchange for your time and participation, you’ll receive a complete makeup session alongside appropriate, makeup analysis observations. Selected images or short clips from the session may be shared, and participants will also receive a preferential rate towards future sessions with us (or code.d). There is no cost to take part.
Once the makeup is complete, final refinements are made and hair may be lightly polished to bring the overall look together. This is followed by a short headshot session, with gentle guidance on posing and expression to capture the finished result naturally. Each individual is documented differently. If any preparation is required, direction will be shared via email prior to the session.
The images and footage produced through PROTOTYPE are used to document artistic growth, refine technique, and build our portfolio. All usage is aligned with the purpose of the practice.
PROTOTYPE is open to individuals of any gender, any age, who are curious about makeup as a process, comfortable being photographed or filmed, and interested in collaborative creation. No prior modelling or on-camera experience is required.
Commencement: January 2026 [Accepting Applications for April 2026]
Duration: 3.5 hours
Looking for: 30 more faces
Please note that a deposit is required to secure your slot. This will be returned to you at the end of your session.
Moodboard Reference
Moodboard reference images are required as part of the application. These will be used if a moodboard-led concept is selected.
These references should reflect mood, texture, light, form, or feeling — (no finished makeup looks on a face please!). Think artistic or abstract references rather than a specific makeup outcome.
We’ll follow up (via e-mail) after submission to discuss outfit and styling details for the session, if applicable.
Image references shown are credited to their respective creators.
SAMPLE MOODBOARDS SUBMITTED:
Join the project
STEP 1.
Can’t find a suitable time? Proceed to Step 2 to share your preferred dates and times.
Do note that PROTOTYPE sessions are fitted around our regular studio operations, and scheduling may take place over a longer period.
STEP 2 Completion of this form is required to qualify for participation.