This MAC Makeup Artist Finds Inspiration In The Strangest Of Places

Terry Barber

by Elizabeth Bennett |
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When it comes to finding beauty inspiration the majority of makeup artists look to models from bygone eras, cult films or expensive holiday destinations. Not Terry Barber though.

MAC’s Directory of Makeup Artistry, and king of backstage makeup, finds ideas for his work in some unusual, often very ordinary, places. Barber’s work references everything from burnt toast and digestive biscuits to Vicky Pollard and the Central line.

Showcasing his obscure sources of inspiration alongside the finished makeup looks via Instagram, the mini mood boards he shares are humorous works of art in themselves.

Check out some of favourites below…

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