Toronto Makeup Artist Emerald Vysions Blends Film, Art, and Dream Logic
Toronto-based makeup artist Emerald Vysions, who calls themself a "face poet," has amassed over 200,000 followers by creating surreal, cinematic looks that reference Czech New Wave cinema, fine art, and dream logic. Their work includes asymmetrical eye looks inspired by Věra Chytilová's 1966 film Daisies, lip art evoking a blood orange, and multi-chrome shimmer pieces. In a Pride feature, Emerald spoke about setting an example for people finding their voice. Other artists regularly cite Emerald as an inspiration.
Key facts
- Emerald Vysions is a Toronto-based makeup artist.
- They have over 200,000 followers.
- They describe themselves as a 'face poet'.
- Their work references Czech New Wave cinema, including the 1966 film Daisies by Věra Chytilová.
- Looks include asymmetrical eye designs, lip art, and multi-chrome shimmer.
- Emerald spoke about setting an example in a Pride feature.
- Other artists cite Emerald as an inspiration.
Entities
Artists
- Emerald Vysions
- Věra Chytilová
Locations
- Toronto
- Canada