Mynxii White, From Makeup Artist to the Director's Chair and the Importance of Representation

Mynxii White, the talented photographer and director, joins Paris Chong for a chat.  Mynxii discusses her transition from makeup artist to photographer, a journey that wasn't always smooth. She faced resentment and discouragement from others who wanted her to "stick to lipstick." However, Mynxii persevered, establishing herself as a respected photographer and director, working with renowned publications like V Magazine and photographing celebrities like Jennifer Aniston.

Paris and Mynxii also delve into the challenges of the entertainment industry, particularly in Los Angeles. They discuss the impact of the writers' and actors' strikes, the oversaturated market for creatives, and the pros and cons of social media. Mynxii emphasizes the importance of having an agent and a strong support system, especially for women in a competitive field.

Throughout the conversation, Paris and Mynxii share their personal experiences and insights, offering advice for aspiring creatives. They touch on topics like dealing with difficult personalities, maintaining relationships, and staying true to oneself.

Show Notes

https://www.theparischongshow.com/episodes/mynxii-white

Chapters

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:46) Business Chic (00:02:06) Make-up Artist (00:04:16) Directing (00:06:50) Hate Friends (00:08:14) Hair (00:08:59) Work and New Work (00:11:06) New Agent (00:14:55) Changing Business (00:17:47) Cheers! (00:19:52) Outro

🎵 Music by ⁠Andrew Raiher⁠ https://andrewraiher.com/

📸 Shot & Edited at ⁠Visible Audio Studios https://www.visibleaudiostudios.com

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