What does it take to help someone look like themselves one last time?
In this fascinating New Zealand Herald Premium feature, readers are given a rare glimpse into the highly skilled world of mortuary makeup and restorative art, where technical expertise, artistry and compassion come together to provide families with a peaceful final memory of their loved one.
The story features three respected professionals from Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand member firms:
- Mary Shilling, Embalmer at Fountains Funerals, Papakura
- Wendy Bygrave, Funeral Director at Fountains Funerals, Papakura
- Brian Barrett, Manager at Sibuns Funeral Directors
Their insights highlight the care, precision and dignity that underpin every aspect of preparing a person for their final farewell, while helping to demystify an important part of funeral service that is rarely seen by the public.
Read the New Zealand Herald article here:
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https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/mortuary-makeup-inside-the-art-science-and-tricks-of-makeup-for-the-dead/premium/ZT2UXGNKDRDSNOVNONOLESOYJU/