No Mood Boards, No Rules, Just Dick Page

Jill sits down with renowned makeup artist Dick Page, whose rebellious approach to beauty has left an indelible mark on fashion's visual landscape. Known for his mantra that "makeup should be fun, not a chore," Dick shares his unconventional philosophy that sees makeup as a creative canvas rather than a corrective tool. Dick opens up about his unexpected beginnings—from fascination with the varying shades of red he observed working in a slaughterhouse as a teenager, to his journey through London's photo processing labs in the early '90s before landing in New York. Without formal training but armed with determination, he began collaborating with legendary photographers like Juergen Teller and Corinne Day, eventually catching the eye of Calvin Klein. Through candid conversation, Dick reflects on the pivotal relationships that shaped his career. Working alongside Melanie Ward, David Sims, and Kate Moss, and developing close collaborations with photographers Jamie Hawkesworth, Inez & Vinoodh, and Bruce Weber. He reveals why he prefers natural light, dismisses mood boards, and embraces the collaborative spirit that defines his work. At the heart of Dick's philosophy is an appreciation for makeup's ephemeral nature. "Makeup is ephemeral...the beauty of it, the freedom of it, is that it doesn't last," he explains, embracing a Zen-like acceptance of impermanence that challenges an industry often obsessed with perfection. Follow on Instagram and Threads at @goingrogue.podcast and @jilldemling Follow on Bluesky Follow on TikTok Send us your questions or comments by calling us at 518-21-ROGUE

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Welcome to the ultimate insider's guide to the world of fashion, celebrity, and media—straight from the heart of Vogue. I’m Jill Demling and for nearly two decades I was the Entertainment Director of Vogue. I've booked over 200 American Vogue covers, 30 covers for British Vogue, and more than 50 covers worldwide. That's nearly 300 covers that shaped pop culture, defined fashion, and captured the zeitgeist. But those perfect images? They're just the tip of the iceberg. "Going Rogue" is your backstage pass to the moments that never made it to print. The stories from the photographers who captured magic, the stylists who created iconic looks, and the writers who know every secret. You'll hear about the celebrities, the shoots that almost didn't happen, and the untold drama behind fashion's most memorable moments. Remember "The Devil Wears Prada"? That fictional 11-month snapshot? I was there for the real story—I even hired the person the book was based on and appear on page 21 of the book. But this isn't about one story. It's about hundreds of stories, from someone who was on the inside. This podcast is not an exposé, it's a celebration of the brilliant people behind the scenes that made all the famous moments possible at Vogue. It isn't just a podcast about fashion. It's about creativity, ambition, art, and the human stories behind the images that helped define a generation. We'll reveal how the talents behind these shoots got their start, and they'll share masterclass-level advice for a new generation of stylists, photographers, and creatives looking to make their mark. We're going behind the scenes of a world most people only glimpse through glossy pages and red carpet moments. Are you ready to go rogue with me?