From Brush to Screen: A Cinematic Tribute to Edna Lewis for PBS
Finding Edna Lewis - PBS Makeup by Remi - Makeup Artist NYC
Crafting Nicole Taylor’s On-Camera Look for a Story Rooted in Legacy and Grace
"Finding Edna Lewis" is more than a documentary; it's an immersive experience, a journey into the heart of a culinary legacy that has shaped the landscape of American cuisine. The film, a masterclass in visual storytelling, unfolds with a quiet grace, allowing Edna Lewis's story to simmer and resonate. It's a meditation on food, memory, and the enduring power of tradition, a testament to how the simple act of cooking can become a profound act of cultural preservation. Starring Deb Freeman, the film feels like a carefully curated gallery, each scene a portrait, each interview a brushstroke, contributing to a larger, more nuanced understanding of Edna Lewis's impact.
Contributing to this rich tapestry was Nicole Taylor, whose insights and perspectives brought a vital contemporary voice to the narrative. As a Makeup Artist in NYC, it was a privilege to work with Nicole, to create a look that complemented her natural elegance while allowing her words to take center stage. The goal was to enhance, not to distract, to create a visual harmony that mirrored the film's own understated beauty. In a documentary that celebrates authenticity, the makeup needed to be equally genuine, a subtle reflection of the honesty and depth of the story being told. It was a reminder that the art of makeup, at its best, is about enhancing the subject's inherent beauty, not creating a facade.
"Finding Edna Lewis" is a cinematic feast, a reminder that history is not just a collection of facts, but a living, breathing entity, constantly evolving and influencing our present. It’s a film that invites us to slow down, to savor the flavors of the past, and to appreciate the quiet power of those who have shaped our culinary landscape.
Click here to watch the documentary.
xx Remi O.