Kube Studios: False Eyelashes

Kube Studios: False Eyelashes

There are two different types of false eyelashes: those attached to a band that you can glue on, and those that come individually. Neither are very hard to apply, the trick lies in taking your time. Trial and error is the best way to get the knack and the best application. Here are some steps from Kube Studios to get the best results from your lashes.

The first step is to prepare your eyes. Draw a line above your lash line in brown or black. Blend and smudge so it looks more natural. You can also apply a thin coat of mascara before you put on the false ones but let it dry before going ahead with the next step.

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Prepare your lash bands by shortening them to the width of your lash line. Use a small sharp pair of scissors and be very careful not to cut too much. You can always make them shorter but not the reverse so air on the side of caution. Flex them so that they're supple enough to follow the curvature of your eye lid.

To apply, dab a thin line of lash band adhesive to the band with a toothpick or similar, thin instrument. Let the glue become tacky, which takes a few seconds, and press them on starting from the inner corner. Hold firmly in place until set. If there is excess adhesive, it'll dry transparent so don't worry about trying to wipe it off. Check out this video to find out more about Kube Studios.

Kube Studios Lighting Tricks

Kube Studios Manchester Lighting Tricks

Ever wondered how we get that great look? Lighting is a huge component in any successful shoot. The lighting technicians at Kube Studios strive for perfection on set to ensure a fantastic product.

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1. Most studio lighting set-ups only emphasise one facet of your subject’s face. By adding an additional light to the rear of the set, we can start to create a more three-dimensional effect.

The hair light should be positioned carefully behind the model to one side, but not so it shines directly into the lens. We meter this light separately with all others switched off, so that it’s half a stop dimmer than the main light.

We can use a snoot to create a small but direct patch of light that picks up the texture of the hair.

2. A real innovation in lighting gadgets is the tri-flector. Three mini reflectors are designed into a single unit, which is placed on a low stand underneath our subject.

Each of the panels can move independently to remove shadows from the right, left and underneath, leaving a stark but glamorous result.

Kube Studios technicians can add a single light pointing down slightly above the model’s eye level to achieve a flawless result every time. Additionally we can add a hair light behind to emphasise the model's silhouette for striking results.