Design Idea 1

Design Idea 1 - Various materials on paper

My initial design takes inspiration from mostly that of Elizabeth I and is intended to have connotations of virgin and innocence. I have taken idea mostly from a portrait I have previously studied, the Coronation portrait 

Coronation portrait c.1600 unknown artist
http://www.npg.org.uk/learning/digital/sen/explore-elizabeth-i.php

Ive tried to emphasise the my own pale complexion in this design to emulate the radiance of Elizabeth's in this famous portrait. I love her soft her complexion looks in that portrait so I've included the use of the illamasqua translucent powder to give the final look a soft, matte finish. Ive also referenced the traditional trend of the time by blocking put the eyebrows. Ive used a fresh pink blusher powder dusted on the lips to create a very natural looking flush of colour to give a sense of the natural and innocent beauty reflected in this portrait. I've tried to make the look more contemporary by adding a subtle contour and the addition of some light pink eyeshadow to the outer corner of the eye lid. 

Overall, I am actually quite fond of this design. I think Ive achieved a very feline look that references the elizabethan period but also looks fairly contemporary, however I think currently the design is perhaps to historical and could be updated more once I have chosen a sitter.