.about me.
I am a freelance makeup artist in Charleston, SC. Everything I have learned has been self-taught. I seem to do bridal makeup the most but I love dabbling my brushes in all areas…print, film, etc. I have a particular fondness for special effects makeup and aspire to learn more about this area of makeup artistry. Friends and family always ask me for makeup tips and about the latest products or trends. While I definitely have a few favorite brands, I love playing with all types of makeup. So this little blog of mine is for random product reviews and to showcase my recent work. Feel free to email me if you have any questions or special requests. Thanks for stopping by!
my happy place
I get asked what is in my personal makeup bag all the time SO I thought I would share a picture. I obviously have waaaayyyyy too much stuff for just one bag. I have a few favs that get used almost daily...like CORALista from Benefit Cosmetics! Great for giving me a peachy pop on the cheeks to brighten my complexion. And I really would feel lost without mascara. If I do nothing else, I MUST put on mascara before I leave the house. Otherwise...EEW! As you can see, I love the drugstore brands as much as the prestige brands. There are some real gems to be found at CVS or Walgreens. I try to be open-minded about all brands. My professional kit isn't brand specific because I never know what types of allergies or preferences people will have when I am working. My personal kit isn't brand specific because I am a self-proclaimed total beauty product junkie. Makeup is fun to me and in my opinion, there are no rules!!
Yes people. This is where the magic happens for me!! And I really am this organized...
Alison and Amanda photo shoot
Congrats Jamie & Brian!
To Hire or Not to Hire..
tweet, tweet
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Thanks!!!
P.S. RIP Hunter. My dear friend's dog died today and it was one of the most heartbreaking things I've ever seen. She was a great dog and I'm glad that I was able to spend the past year doing beach and park trips with her. My great-grandmother once said that parents shouldn't outlive thier kids. That statement certainly rings true today!
Model Mayhem
I was recently introduced to the site: modelmayhem.com. So far it seems like a great way to network with other professionals in the modeling industry. If you are a model or photographer on the site and in need of a makeup artist, feel free to add me as a friend! 
photo courtesy of Charleston Artistic Photography
JD and Lisa
FINALLY getting around to a new blog. Time flies when there are brides waiting I suppose...
Here are a few shots from the wedding of JD and Lisa, courtesy of Socialite Studios. I highly recommend Joelle!!! Just click on any of the pictures below for a link to her site to find out more about her.
I was lucky enough to do the makeup for Lisa and most of her bridal party. Her entourage was just a gorgeous as her, which made my job fairly easy.
If you've never been to Lowndes Grove Plantation, I highly recommend checking it out. It's absolutely gorgeous, inside and out. The perfect location for a romantic, Charleston wedding!!
Liberating Jesse
