FAQs
- What types of customers have you worked with?
I have worked with almost every type of client you can think of. I enjoy working with a variety of people-it never gets boring! As an artist, every job is a unique challenge to create a look customized to that very clients' personality. Sometimes, if it's a bridal or event makeup, they don't know how to explain their 'dream look'. It is my job to ask enough of the Right questions, look at pictures, and spend the time to learn exactly what it is they desire. I am so passionate about my career, most of the aspects of my job do not Feel like work to me.
- Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?
This is not very recent-a few years ago-but my proudest moment in makeup. My bride was this beautiful Indian bride, who was badly burned in a house fire when she was 4yrs old. The majority of her scars covered her neck, chest and back, and she chose a 'sweetheart' neckline (goes to show how amazing of a woman she is). I don't like any of my clients to look like they're 'wearing tons' of makeup. I layered thinly and carefully, airbrushing at the very end to assure the makeup would not come off onto her dress. It took some time, but I had evened out her entire skin tone. If she requested, the photographer could have airbrushed out the texture of the scars, and her skin would have looked flawless in her wedding photos. When she went to the mirror for her great reveal, she was not expecting much. She began to cry, and followed by calling her mother and sister into the room. "Look how beautiful I look!" she yelled. They all began to hug and cry, then her mother hugged me very tight and thanked me for what I had done for her daughter. It was at that moment, I knew I was meant to do this for my life. And until that moment, I had no idea the power makeup could have. Without my knowing, she nominated me for 'Best Makeup Artist in Boston' for Wedding Wire 2004. It's under the name of the woman's company I worked for at that time, but I won 6th place. This job was gratifying for me, on so many levels. I feel very grateful to have met such a brave woman, who ultimately helped choose my path in my career.
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
Price and reputation checks. If you find a MUA who charges $30 for a bridal makeup, chances are you will get what you pay for. Unsanitary makeup and brushes can cause the spread of bacteria. Also, if you find a MUA charging double or triple the other artists in that area, make sure you research their work and reputation to assure you're making the right investment for you. Invest in an artist that understands the different lighting you'll be in, and with strong education behind them-because we must be responsible for our own knowledge and growth within the business.