Having lost their jobs in this pandemic, these makeup artists are finding ways to fend for themselves


From left: Asha Sevi Ganeshwaran, Grace Wang Su Tin and Mimie Aziz are all fulltime freelance makeup artists who experienced a loss of income during this pandemic with the postponement of weddings and photoshoots. They share their inspiring journey in getting through this pandemic. -- Photos: Asha Sevi Ganeshwaran, Grace Wang Su Tin and Mimie Aziz

When special events like weddings and photoshoots were put on hold due to the Covid-19 pandemic, there was a domino effect on all parties involved.

It wasn't only the bridal couples and event organisers that were affected. Many providers of related services such as makeup artists took an especially hard hit as their income was reliant on such functions.

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