I have always had a great love of makeup. I could rarely leave a drug store without purchasing some fabulous new shade of eyeshadow or a lipstick that was on sale...and don't even get me started on Halloween.
During a brief stint in modeling, I discovered how much I loved applying makeup and trying new looks. I expressed to my various photographers my interest in working for them as a makeup artist and the work started coming in immediately. I soon grew bored with the world of fashion as I had very little opportunity to be artistic and got stuck in the "girl next door look" rut.
After several years of waning interest, I happened upon a brutal and bloody film for which I volunteered to assist in makeup. My love of makeup was renewed, but became a different animal altogether as I entered the world of special effects. I have discovered that I love nothing more than to be covered in blood and dirt by the end of a shoot. It makes me feel like I'm really accomplishing something. I'll admit that I get a thrill from the look of disgust on the faces of those who see my work. The bloodier, the better, I always say.
I continue to build my portfolio by working on any new assignment I can find. The pay is not always that great, but the rewards are endless. I feel blessed to have found my passion.
I am currently available for hire in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, but I am willing to travel if travel and lodging expenses are covered. When requesting my services, please allow a two-week notice as my schedule fills up quickly. I can do last-minute assignments on very rare occasions.
Rates are listed below. Please keep in mind that these rates may change based on requirements for each individual project. If additional supplies are needed, a deposit may be required at the time of booking.
Basic Fashion/Glamour Makeup for still photography, film or T.V.
Hourly: $50 (2-hour minimum)
Half Day: $200 (4 hours)
Full Day: $350 (8 hours; additional time is billed hourly)
Special Effects Makeup for still photography, film or T.V.
Hourly: $100 (2-hour minimum)
Half Day: $300 (4 hours)
Full Day: $500 (8 hours; additional time is billed hourly)
Pricing includes skin preparation, makeup application, all touchups during the shoot and makeup removal.
Hairstyling will be billed at an additional $20 per hour.
For special projects, please contact me for a quote.
SKILLS AND SERVICES
20th Century Retro looks
Natural Looks
Wedding Makeup
Makeup for Men
High Fashion/Artistic Makeup
Period Makeup
Glamour/Fashion Makeup
Grotesque Looks
Building/Applying Prosthetics
Special Effects Makeup
Airbrush Makeup
Body/Face Painting
Props
Sculpture
Makeup Consultations
Corrective Makeup
Aging/Reverse Aging
Casting/Molding
Trauma
This is just a brief listing of the skills I offer. If you do not see your required skill listed, please contact me.
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about a possible job,
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