INTRODUCING MACNIFICENT 7
2021 sees the return of the incredible artistry challenge MACnificent 7!!!
Each year our MAC UK and Ireland artists take part in a 7 week long competition to test their skills and creativity. MACnificent 7 showcases the
exceptional level of skill our artists have here within the UK and Ireland, and celebrates the artistry heritage MAC have had for almost 40 years. Each week is hosted by a guest judge who chooses the theme and winner, resulting in 7 awe inspiring winning pieces of work. Our artists are an intergral piece of the puzzle in making mac the diverse and inclusive brand it is today.
Be sure to check out #macnificent72021 on our instagram account to see all entries across the 7 weeks.
WEEK 1: COLOUR THEORY
To kick off the next 7 incredible weeks, we launched week 1 being inspired by the relationship between the science of colour theory and the arti of makeup. We challenged our artists to create a macro beauty shot inspired by their favourite colour relationship
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I’ve been with MAC for 2 years as a keyholder in MAC St Pancras. Being with MAC has transformed my perspective of creativity within beauty!
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
I wanted to use analogous colour theory to enhance my favourite trend - heavy blush! I love the orange and hot pink tones i wear in my everyday blush so wanted to propel this into a bold look that pays homage to the disco scene. I was also very inspired by the Kenzo SS runway makeup looks.
WEEK 2: RED CARPET BEAUTY
Week 2 was all about red carpet glamour. We challenged our artists to create their ideal makeup for their favourite celebrity. From Gaga to Bowie, we saw classic makeups reimagined into modern masterpieces
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Rebecca has been a member of the pro team and bodypainting team for many years and is a valued member of both teams.
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
My inspiration this week is Lady Gaga, the reason I choose to create a look for her is that she isn’t scared to be daring with her fashion and style! For my look I have chosen to do a fair skin tone with a black blown out eye and a strong lip, to balance the drama with her accessories! I made the accessories out of old earrings and added the studs for some sass!!
WEEK 3: HALLOWEEN
We wanted to celebrate the most exciting time of the year for a makeup artists and makeup lovers… Halloween! But in true MAC style, we wanted to bring the glam. We challenged our artists to create their best glam Halloween looks for week 3 resulting in some incredibly unique and diverse creations
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Amy has been a key member within our MAC UK and Ireland Pro team for 8 years, working at backstage events and Red carpet award ceremonies.
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
My inspiration for this look to create a “Couture Clown”. Think scary circus clown meets Paris runway haute couture, With an Eerie yet elegant feel.
WEEK 4: LINE WORK
This week was all about lines! Straight lines, wiggly lines, geometric lines, lines on the eyes, lines on the lips, any line work that took our artists fancy. This was a week to test their steady hands and steady hearts
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My time as a Pro team artist at MAC always has been very inspiring as I get to work with the most talented and interesting people!
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
The inspiration for this look was a 90s revival from tribal tattoos that often came in glittery, colourful transfer tattoos.
WEEK 5: METALLICS
Just in time for the summer heatwave, we saw our artists create bronzed, metallic , reflective makeups. Everyday makeup with a luxe feel was the name of the game and our artists delivered some beautifully
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I have been with MAC for 6 years now and I have loved and love every single moment of it.
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
I am a sucker for bold graphic eyeliners and I love to wear one whenever I get the chance! Pigments are the products I love to work with the most because of their versatility and lux shine. It is such a beautiful combination. Graphic but soft.
WEEK 6: 70S INTERGALACTIC DISCO
We were looking for our artists most fabulous 70s intergalactic disco look. Think glitter, think glam, think other worldly. Our artists celebrated the opulance from the 70s disco era by bringing their most fabulously sparkly designs
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I started at MAC Brixton over 2 years ago when I was 19 and although my time with Mac hasn’t been long, I’ve learnt and grown so much. From meeting the most amazing people on shop floor and creating beautiful relationships to discovering crazy talent & inspirational artists in my MAC family.
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
This weeks theme spoke to my soul! Me & my mum have always loved Donna Summer, so this look is inspired by her, especially the visuals for A Hot Summer Night album cover & it’s fuchsia, magenta & purple colour story.
WEEK 7: BEST OF BRITISH
This weeks theme was designed for our artists to delve deep into their memories and experiences of living within the UK and Ireland. The artists created looks based on their everyday lives, from food and landmarks to childood memories and weather
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London travel, rush hour. When brainstorming about the brief I instanly thought I wanted to relate the looks I created to my everyday surroundings. Putting across my view of London as a city, it’s fast paced transport and pinpointing the main visuals of my personal commute during the rush hour! Focusing on Classic red and black double decker buses, blue and white oyster cards and the blacked out phone screens down to my daily snacks.
INSPIRATION BEHIND THE LOOK
This weeks theme spoke to my soul! Me & my mum have always loved Donna Summer, so this look is inspired by her, especially the visuals for A Hot Summer Night album cover & it’s fuchsia, magenta & purple colour story.
