Local 706 - The Artisan

56 • THE ARTISAN SPRING 2021 GUILD NEWS CRAFT EDUCATION Craft Meeting Plays It Safe Make-up Craft Meetings returned on February 7, once again in a virtual capacity via a Zoom webinar. Much has changed in the past year, especially since the last craft meeting. It's a new year, a new administration, and while we're still in the midst of a difficult pan- demic, many members have returned to work. The challenges our members and production crews face to do this safely are immense and under constant change. This became the focus of the latest craft program, thanks to the support of some companies at the forefront of set safety, who not only have graciously collaborated with our members, but in one case, have even been started by a member. Our first presentation was from Local 706 journeyman make- up artist Maria Garcia, who in conjunction with her healthcare professional husband, developed a line called The Face Shields, providing exactly that reusable face shield to protect in the field. Maria herself explained the pros and cons of existing shields and PPE that led her to develop the best possible version. The shield itself, anti-fogging recyclable plastic, attaches to an adjustable and reusable headband, designed for long wearing, and able to pivot for adjusting of glasses, removal of mask, eating and drinking, and general retention of unit on head, even when not in use. Maria discussed safety issues and fielded questions, and generously offered membership a 20 percent discount on orders through thefaceshields.com, using the code local706. The code is good indefinitely, and I even placed an order after the meeting. B Y B R I A N K I N N E Y J O U R N E Y M A N M A K E U P A R T I S T M A K E U P C R A F T P R E S I D E N T Our next presenter came to me through an introduction from Local 706 make-up artist Donald Mowat, who had added a device to his essential kit that has now become a safe-set industry standard. The SterileLight Illumicide Disinfecting Case is a multi-function device that disinfects the surface of cleaned and sanitized tools, brushes, and beauty products with mercury-free UV LED lights. Our own 706 hair stylist Darrell Fielder provided a presentation and demonstra- tion of the device, highlighting its three easy-to-use functions. The first setting, Quick Disinfect, is a three-minute cycle that disinfects make-up, brushes, and tools. The second setting is Disinfect & Dry, providing a low heat setting, a timed fan dry for brushes and tools. The final setting, Disinfect & Store, disinfects tools and brushes that can then be left in the device, sanitized until ready for the next use. The lightweight device can also be charged, running cable-free, and maintains voltage between 100V and 240V, perfect for loca- tion travel. As we discussed the device and safety protocols, Darrell answered questions from attendees, as did SterileLight's own Bridget Mcgann, and Belle Ghouleh, who joined the presentation. In addition to the beauty case, SterileLight also offers anti-microbial bags and mats, as well as panel protectors and storage pouches, with more products to come. All 706 members were offered an additional 10 percent discount on the device with extras included, using promotional code local706 at SterileLight.com. And finally, we ended the presentation with SterileLight raffling off a SterileLight Illumicide Disinfecting Beauty Edition Case (valued at $5,990. Congratulations to our winner, Tina Roesler Kerwin! Thank you to Maria Garcia, Darrell Fielder, Bridget Mcgann, Belle Ghouleh, Donald Mowat, Michelle Chung, Patrice Madrigal, Local 706 President Julie Socash, and all of our members who joined us on Super Bowl Sunday. Stay safe out there and see you all again soon!

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