Presence

Monalisa
Mandal.

Makeup artist.
Based in Bangalore.

Black-and-white portrait of Monalisa Mandal
Bridal portrait in red seen in three-quarter profile against white

Observation

Observation comes first.

Monalisa studies the relationship between a face, skin, expression and light. Those observations guide the work that follows.

Bride held in a quiet moment among people before a ceremony

Process

Composed for the person.

Each bridal look is developed in relation to the face, clothing, jewellery, ceremony and light. References are discussed, tested and refined together.

Editorial fashion portrait reclining in a dark green interior

Trust

Practice, training and context.

Practice
8+ years
Training
International certifications
Expertise
Bridal makeup
Creative work
Editorial and fashion
Based
Bangalore
India
Pan-India destination weddings
International
International destination weddings