Reading Bridal District Bridal Show

Last week (Thursday, Sept. 17) was the Reading Bridal District "Fall In Love" outdoor bridal show. Benson Street was shut down for several hours as tons of amazing wedding vendors were set up with booth tables. In addition to some amazing food and music on just about every block! There were a ton of brides that attended the show and I enjoyed meeting those that stopped by my booth in front of the studio.

And of course the streets were filled with tons of models, modeling some of the most gorgeous gowns that everyone wished for. And to add a bit of luxury and glam to the fantastic evening, LUXEredux Bridal model Kristina took everyone's breath away in the three amazing gowns. Jenny Packham, Amsale Bridal and Christos Bridal. And yes I did her makeup for the evening!

LUXEredux Bridal is a high-end consignment boutique filled with amazing boutique sample gowns with two Ohio locations; Cincinnati and Columbus. Visit their Instagram page for more photos of the gowns.

The show was filled with energy and excitment, so of course I even found the time to do a few Periscope videos! Watch below.

For more photos, visit the Reading Bridal District Facebook page.

TBT: Cintas Photoshoot

Today's "Throwback Thursday" took place this past July I had the pleasure in being the key makeup artist for the Cintas 2015-2016 Fall Sourcebook. An industrial unform company catalog that comes out once a year. This was actually my second year working on set for these shoots, but my first year working as the key makeup artist. It was a busy four day shoot that had taken place at various locations, all to capture the essence of what the company focuses on... corporate identity branding in uniforms.

The makeup for photo shoots such as this is clean, not over the top, matte and realistically natural. For both men and women. Makeup for men is quite simple and exists of covering blemishes, redness, scars, etc with light foundation and concealer. Followed by an application of face powder to tone down the shine, to keep from appearing oily on camera. Makeup for women is just as similar but of course a little bit of color on the cheeks, eyes and lips.

A Valentine's Day Wedding

Love was definitely in the air when Sarah & Erik were married on the day that's known as Love Day... Valentine's Day! Glam time for Sarah and six of her bridesmaids took place at the Cincinnatian Hotel. While music and mimosas filled the room, there was nothing but laughter, dancing and of course makeup that made the day everso perfect. Check out the following images by Dolce Vita Photography of their beautiful winter wedding.

Cincinnati Makeup Artist: Lur Apparel Photo Shoot

Today I had the pleasure of being the makeup artist on the set of a photo shoot for Lur® Apparel. An eco-friendly fashion line in womens clothing. Lur® creates products from 100% recycled materials and gives back to various communities.

The team at Lur Apparel going over images to choose for the website.

Here's a few behind this scene images from today's shoot with photographer Peggy McHale Joseph, and their model Heather L. To learn more about Lur® Apparel, visit their website www.lurapparel.com

Heather's clothes are being adjusted for camera.

Beauty Tip: Removing Makeup!

Do you sometimes find it difficult in removing makeup, spending more than 10 minutes in getting off? Mostly when wearing long-wear and/or waterproof products. Well here’s a beauty tip…

Before cleansing your face with cleanser and water (not soap). Use an oil based makeup remover to take your makeup off. And for those who’d rather go the “all natural” method, use either Jojoba Oil, Coconut Oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil (shown below) and THEN cleanse.

**Also excellent in removing Halloween makeup**

For more beauty tips, feel free to visit the Chenese Bean Makeup Artistry on facebook.

quote of the week

Success is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing your enthusiasm. - Sir Winston Churchill

sneak peek: tom ford beauty summer 2013

The world of Tom Ford is one of sexuality and pure glamour. This summer Ford sticks to what he knows best with a line of illuminating bronze products. The Summer 2013 collection will be available May 1st at Tom Ford makeup counters at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus.

“I wanted to capture a very particular look of skin that is bathed in sunset light in the summer. It is a sultry and sublime glow. In this light, every woman looks irresistibly relaxed and sensual”

— Tom Ford

Liquid skin illuminator $65
Bronzy cheek color sticks $58
Creamy eye colors $40
Rose gold lip lacquer $30
An icy nail varnish $30

quote of the week

The love of beauty is taste. The creation of beauty is art! - Ralph Waldo Emerson

blushing bride

Reminiscing on last weeks bride (Yolanda Maiben of The Soul Pocket Band) who wore this amazing and fabulous Maggie Sottero wedding gown!

SPRING CLEAN YOUR MAKEUP BAG

Beauty products aren't meant to be kept forever and being that we're in a new season, it's time to "Spring Clean" your makeup bag or drawers. And to help you get started here's a timeline on when to toss your most used cosmetics.

And here's a tip... using a Sharpie marker, date the bottom of all of your products on the first day of use as a timeline guide.

Mascara lasts for 3 months. Date the bottom of it with a Sharpie upon "first" use as a timeline.

Replace your lipsticks & glosses every 12 months. And dispose of them if they become dry & change color. And of course sharing is a no-no! Date the bottom of them with a Sharpie upon "first" use as a timeline.

Liquid foundation (unopened) can last up to 2 years but once open and used it can last 6-12 months. Date the bottom of it with a Sharpie upon "first" use as a timeline.

Just as mascara, eyeliner should be replaced every 3 months. Pencils should be wiped clean with 91% rubbing alcohol and THEN sharpened after each use. If not, bacteria can settle later causing an infection.

Powder products such as blush and eye shadow can be kept the longest. They can last as long as 2 years. And don't forget to date the bottom of your products with a Sharpie upon first use as a timeline guide.

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