Monday, December 21, 2009

JESSICA ALBA in MACHETE

Here are candid images from the set of Robert Rodriguez next film, MACHETE. These particular images show our client Ermahn Ospina touching up Jessica's makeup.






Monday, December 7, 2009

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Sundance 2010 - Competition Lineup


The competition lineups were announced today. We are proud to announce our client contributions (Persefone Karakosta, Robert Hoffman, Michelle Buhler, and Robin Mathews) to the following films that made it into competition:

"Howl" - Directed and written by Rob Epstein and Jeffrey Friedman, a "nonfiction drama" about how Allen Ginsberg created the eponymous poem and the subsequent landmark obscenity trial. Stars James Franco, David Strathairn, Jon Hamm, Mary-Louise Parker, Jeff Daniels. (Makeup Department Head - Persefone Karakosta).

"Skateland" - Directed by Anthony Burns, and written by Burns, Brandon Freeman and Heath Freeman, in which dramatic events in early '80s small-town Texas force a 19-year-old skating rink manager to see his life in a new light. With Shiloh Fernandez, A.J. Buckley, Ashley Greene, Brett Cullen, Ellen Hollman, Heath Freeman. (Editor - Robert Hoffman)

"Sympathy for Delicious" - Directed by Mark Ruffalo and written by Christopher Thornton, which centers on a newly paralyzed DJ who gets more than he bargained for when he seeks out the world of faith healing. Stars Orlando Bloom, Ruffalo, Juliette Lewis, Laura Linney, John Carroll Lynch. (Makeup Department Head - Michelle Buhler)

"Welcome to the Rileys" - Directed by Jake Scott, written by Ken Hixon, about a damaged man who seeks salvation by caring for a wayward young woman during a business trip to New Orleans. Stars James Gandolfini, Kristen Stewart, Melissa Leo. (Makeup Department Head - Robin Mathews)

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Amy Poehler - Glamour Magazine, Dec. 2009

Amy Poehler is recognized in Glamour's Women of the Year 2009 issue. Photography by Brigitte Lacombe and Makeup by our client Toni G.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

We will be closing early today for THANKSGIVING. We will be back in the office on Monday - 11/30/09. We will be checking both email and voicemail so any urgent matters will be handled promptly.

Homework for the weekend --

Go see New Moon (if you haven't seen it)
Go see The Road
Go see The Blind Side
Go see The Messenger

Watch the Cowboys!
Watch the Bruins!

Play some Golf.

Enjoy friends and family.

The Road - Opens this weekend

If you have already seen NEW MOON, or are simply looking for a more dramatic alternative go see THE ROAD, starring Viggo Mortensen, Charlize Theron, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Robert Duvall, and Guy Pearce. Directed by John Hillcoat. Makeup designer and department head Toni G.

Another big weekend for NEW MOON?

After setting records last week, NEW MOON is set to lead the box again again this week. We are proud of the work that our client, Robin Mathews, did as Kristen Stewart's makeup artist.

Friday, November 13, 2009

THE MESSENGER - OPENS TODAY

The Messenger, starring Ben Foster, Woody Harrelson, Samantha Morton, and Jena Malone opens today in select theaters. Film features makeup special effects by our client Joe Farulla.

Thursday, October 22, 2009

Emmy Magazine - Part 2

Here are the remaining images from the Amy Poehler Emmy Magazine pictorial. Makeup by Toni G.






Emmy Magazine w/ Amy Poehler

Here is a first look at the new issue of Emmy featuring Amy Poehler. Of course we are posting this because our very own, Toni G. did Amy's makeup. More images will be posted later.

Monday, September 28, 2009

iTalent Company is moving.

iTalent Company has a new location. Effective immediately
our new office is located at:

522 Wilshire Blvd., Suite k
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Our phones will remain the same - 818.284.6423

Please update your rolodex.

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Linda Dowds wins Emmy!!

Linda Dowds won her first Emmy Award earlier today at the 2009 Creative Arts Emmy Awards for her work on HBO's GREY GARDENS. The award for "Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup For A Series, Miniseries, Movie or a Special" was shared with Vivian Baker, Bill Corso, and Sean Samson.

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Mila Kunis - Extract Premiere

Here's an image of Mila Kunis looking absolutely gorgeous at the LA Premiere of EXTRACT. Makeup by Tracey Levy.





Friday, July 17, 2009

Linda Dowds - EMMY NOMINATION

CONGRATULATIONS TO LINDA DOWDS FOR HER TWO EMMY NOMINATIONS:


Outstanding Makeup For A Miniseries Or A Movie (Non-Prosthetic)
GREY GARDENS - HBO
Shared with Susan Hayward, and Vivian Baker

AND

Outstanding Prosthetic Makeup For A Series, Miniseries, Movie Or A Special
GREY GARDENS - HBO
Shared w/ Vivian Baker, Bill Corso, and Sean Samson



Thursday, May 28, 2009

THE HANGOVER - DP Larry Sher


THE HANGOVER, shot by Larry Sher, looks to be the summer's surprise hit. The trailers are hilarious, word of mouth is strong, WB is putting money into marketing, oh and by the way -- it is shot amazingly well. Watch the trailer here.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Grey Gardens discussion with Bill Corso


Bill Corso discusses his work on GREY GARDENS in Make-Up Artist Magazine (Issue 78). He includes his collaboration with makeup department Linda Dowds. Click here to read.

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

NEW MOON exclusive pic


Here is an exclusive pic from the set of the TWILIGHT sequel NEW MOON. Featuring Kristen Stewart, director Chris Weitz, AD Mike Topoozian, and Makeup Artist Robin Mathews. Pic is courtesy of Entertainment Weekly.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Amy Poehler - ELLE MAGAZINE - APRIL 2009

Here is a great photo of Amy Poehler featured in the April 2009 issue of ELLE. Makeup by Toni G.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

2009 Independent Spirit Awards - Melissa Leo

Here are a couple of images of Melissa Leo at the 2009 Independent Spirit Awards. She looks fantastic. Makeup by our very own Robin Mathews. Oh by the way, Melissa Leo won for Best Female Lead.
(Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images)Actress Melissa Leo poses in the press room after winning Best Female Lead for "Frozen River" the 24th Annual Film Independent's Spirit Awards held at Santa Monica Beach on February 21, 2009 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images)

Sunday, February 1, 2009

2009 Golden Globes

Here is an images from the 2009 Golden Globes. Featured are Amy Poehler and Will Arnet (makeup by Toni G.).

Monday, January 5, 2009

MY BLOODY VALENTINE 3-D

Opens January 16. Take a date. Featuring the work of Solina Tabrizi as the hair department head.

THE UNBORN

OPENS JANUARY 9 -- GO SEE THIS FILM. Edited by JEFF BETANCOURT

SPREAD - 2009 Sundance Film Festival

Here are some early images from Ashton Kutcher latest film, SPREAD. Premiering at this year's Sundance Film Festival, pic was directed by David Mackenzie and produced by Kutcher, Jason Goldberg, and Peter Morgan. Featuring the work of our clients Mark Moran (line producer), Cabot McMullen (production designer) and Tracey Levy (makeup department head).