Today we’d like to introduce you to Mana Afshar.
Hi Mana, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My journey in the entertainment industry began almost a decade ago. I started my career in the world of makeup artistry. Before I could properly formulate words, I had a makeup brush or paintbrush in my hand. I always knew I would be an artist. Like most artists, I struggled to find my place in the world, both personally & professionally. After dealing, with and struggling with addiction for the majority of my adolescent/teen and young adult life, I got sober and wound up going to a Makeup Academy that would change my life. Empire makeup academy & owner/educator Donna Mee taught me how to channel my artistic abilities and turn into into a viable career. It was the best decision I ever made, I will forever be grateful for that opportunity.
Once I graduated I started using my knowledge to get into beauty & fashion work, in my 1st year I landed a few magazine covers & worked on a few short films and my first feature film. By my 3rd year in the field, I had found my niche and slowly my resume became impressive enough for me to land some pretty big campaigns, commercials, and films. I became full-time freelance that same year. I then did a few jobs in front of the camera after being pursued to model for some amazing photographers, which started my path into modeling and acting. I wound up being cast in a ton of music videos, and a handful of features. My modeling landed me in dozens of print/online magazines. Now I do work both behind and in front of the camera for a living.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
It’s been a really turbulent and crazy path, with a lot of uncertainty, a lot of hard work & brutal hours. It’s not an easy business, you will be forced to really delve deep into your innermost being & truly fight for the life you desire. A lot of sleepless nights, A lot of doubt & instability.
Putting yourself out there to be judged by the world takes strength. strength in yourself and your vision. But I wouldn’t trade it for the world. The terrain may be tough, but the rewards are beyond your greatest dreams!
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I’m a Makeup Artist who specializes in Film/Print/Runway/Event, everything from Beauty magazines, commercials, and feature films, with knowledge in Special FX makeup, injury, and prosthetics, I also Model and Act as well. I’m most proud of the detail I not only put into my work but into everything surrounding it. I have dedicated my life to my passion. I have perfected my craft, I like to think I not only transform looks but transform lives. I aim to transform everyone who sits in my makeup chair from the mind, body and soul-not just looks. it’s an energy exchange and my goal is to fully transform people into the best they can look and feel. I go above and beyond, which sets me apart from most others.
How can people work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
I love creating with new people and new visions and welcome any and all inquiries. I can be reached via my website www.makeupbymana.com for business inquiries. My Instagram is @inkedoutcast if you’d like to give me a follow and like some of your favorite pics on my page, I appreciate any and all support from my fans. I’m also on TikTok (@inkedoutcast) & Youtube (@inkedoutcastmana)
Contact Info:
- Website: www.makeupbymana.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/inkedoutcast
- Facebook:www.facebook.com/inkedoutcast
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/inkedoutcast_
- Youtube: www.youtube.com/inkedoutcastmana
- Other: www.tiktok.com/inkedoutcast
Image Credits
Photographers: Dillon Morningstar. Laura Pardo. Sid Rane. Daniel “DJ Imagery”. Alex Chik. Milly Gutierrez. Models: Ashley Pagliuso. Baylee Bailey. Mana Afshar. Alyssa Johnson. Anya Wiltshire. Taylor Paige. Kelli Buehrer. Cosplay wardrobe by Maribaal Clothing All makeup and hair by: Mana Afshar
