For productions, shoots and events

Hiring a makeup artist in Slovenia

Shooting a commercial in the Julian Alps, an editorial in Ljubljana, or flying in for a gala? Here's what you need to know to hire hair and makeup locally, and what a good local artist needs from you.

Close-up of mascara being applied to a bride looking down, skin glowing

Slovenia works well as a location for productions and shoots: mountains, lakes, a stretch of Adriatic coast and old towns sit within a short drive of each other. Flying a full hair and makeup team in is expensive, and most visiting crews don't need to. What they need is a local artist who works to international standards, reads a call sheet, and speaks the crew's language.

Choose your job type

Film, TV & commercialOn-camera makeup, long shoot days, on-set touch-ups and continuity.Fashion & editorialMoodboards, multiple looks, working with the photographer and stylist.Events & red carpetGlam for galas, premieres and black-tie nights; touch-ups and day-to-night changes.Brief & bookWhat to send, call times, team size, travel and how rates are quoted.

What to look for in a local artist

Experience with your format. Set work, runway and editorial, and events each have their own rhythm. Ask what the artist has done that's closest to your job.
Hair and makeup from one person. On smaller shoots this saves a crew position. Izidora does both.
Mobility. The artist should come to your location, hotel or base camp, with her own kit and lighting.
Scalability. For larger casts or groups, the artist should be able to bring in assistants and additional makeup artists she already works with.
Communication. English for the crew, Slovenian for local talent and venues.

Who publishes this guide

This site is published by Izidora Empire. Izidora is an international hair and makeup artist based in Slovenia. Her work has taken her to the Cannes Film Festival and to Paris, Milan and Ljubljana Fashion Weeks, and it spans television, fashion and international productions. She works in English, Slovenian, Serbian/Croatian and some Russian. More on the About page.

Izidora working up close on the makeup of a guest with a sleek blonde ponytail

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FAQ

Do you publish rates for productions and events?

No. Rates for non-bridal work are quoted on request, because a single guest before a gala and a three-day commercial shoot with a cast of ten are very different jobs. Send dates, location, number of people and the type of job.

Can you do both hair and makeup?

Yes. Izidora is a hair and makeup artist, so smaller shoots and events can be covered by one person.

Which languages do you work in?

English, Slovenian, Serbian/Croatian and some Russian.

Do you travel outside Slovenia?

Izidora regularly works internationally, including in France and Italy. For jobs outside Slovenia, include the location in your inquiry.