MUFE Flash Palette!!

Make Up For Ever 12 Flash Color Case I know this looks more like something one would get at an Arts and Craft store...but believe me when I say this is no toy!!! OK you can have fun with it, use it everywhere and pretty much anywhere, but this is not a TOY....

Make Up For Ever 12 Flash Color Palette is a must/got to have/essential addition to any makeup kits!!! OK I know I have quite a few must have...but this is special!

What can one use it for:

Corrective, the creme color are super smooth and can be used to balance foundations and concealers.

Beauty/Fashion, beautiful vibrant colors that can easily blend among themselves for a smooth and flawless finish.

Creative/Special Effects, colors work great on skin...and latex!!

Any type of make-up can be achieved with this group of super pigmented cream colors that glide flawlessly over the skin, eyes, lips...anywhere!

The are no limits to what this magic palette can do or become! It's truly Magic!!

Nibbles

Monday Wisdom...

The key question isn't "What fosters creativity?" But it is why in God's name isn't everyone creative? Where was the human potential lost? How was it crippled? I think therefore a good question might be not why do people create? But why do people not create or innovate? We have got to abandon that sense of amazement in the face of creativity, as if it were a miracle if anybody created anything.

by Abraham Maslow

Golden Brush Award Winner for the Historical Theme

Winner Image for the The Golden Brush/Needle/Comb Award for the Historical Theme

Model Mayhem is at the moment one of the most popular fashion industry site out in Cyberspace.

Mayhem host several contest for every months, form daily images, to weekly and finally the most prestigious of them all the monthly contest. For a Makeup Artist, Body Painter, Fashion Designer and Hair Stylist the monthly contest is the Golden Brush Award.

Every month a Theme is selected by the Previous month's winner and Makeup Artist, Hair Stylist and Wardrobe Designers competed for the privilege to be nominated winner and receiving the Golden Brush Badged.

No there is not monetary value to the Badge...that would be nice, but once you win it, you get bragging rights!! And in a industry where value is place on recognition on "who knows you", a Badge takes a whole value onto itself.

Well here it is...My Golden Brush Historical Winner Images

Images by Tiger Lee ; Model is Gretchen Anne; Makeup done by yours truly
Finished Image was then used by World Famous Pirate Photographer Tiger Lee for his 2009 Pirate Babe Calendar. My adventure with Tiger Lee are recorder under Fab Photographer. Now Tiger Lee has moved to Florida and his Journey can be followed in his blog... http://insearchofpiratewenches.blogspot.com/

Yeah ME!!!
Nibbles

MAC Hello Kitty Collection Ad

I could not help myself!!!
I know there are several Blogs out there whit the same video.......
http://gabriela-lifeinengland.blogspot.com/
and
http://ooglemakeup.blogspot.com/
But this was too cute to pass on.
Nibbles

Ben Nye Lumier Cream Wheel

My Product Choice for this Week is....

Ben Nye Lumiere Cream Wheel!

I just recently bought the Lumiere Creme Wheel after a reccomendation from a fellow artist.

I am usually not big in Creme Makeup since the dry time can be long and creasing can happen if not applied properly.

Ben Nye Lumiere Cream Wheel has six bold, shimmering shades for sizzling beauty or fantasy accents. Add bold sizzle to glamour or fantasy design. Set these luminescent cremes with either Ice or Iced Gold Luxe Powder for a shimmering finish.

Lumier Shades are Aztec Gold, Azalea, Cosmic Blue, Royal Purple, Jade, Ice.

What I like about it...

It can be stacked; so the more layer the darker the color.

It's water proof...great for underwater shoots.

It's sweat proof....so you can go out dancing.

If set with powder it drys quickly and stays on forever...with a more matted look

With a Finish Seal it say on forever plus has a shimmery finish.

It can be used on eyelids, lips, cheeks, or anywhere else on the body.

It has enough pigment that can be also use just as an eyeliner!

So there! My new addition!

Now I just need to go and try it out on the job!

Cheers

Monday Wisdom...

Spirituality exists wherever we struggle with the issue of how our lives fit into the greater cosmic scheme of things. This is true even when our questions never give way to specific answers or give rise to specific practices such as prayer or meditation. We encounter spiritual issues every time we wonder where the universe comes from, why we are here, or what happens when we die. We also become spiritual when we become moved by values such as beauty, love, or creativity that seem to reveal a meaning or power beyond our visible world. An idea or practice is "spiritual" when it reveals our personal desire to establish a felt-relationship with the deepest meanings or powers governing life.

by Robert C. Fuller

Shoot for the Cure Images!

Time has passed and now we can see the fruits of our labor...
The Charity Photoshoot at the Wooden Nickel Ranch in Menifee was a Success!

We were able to raise an amazing $2,800.00 towards the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
In attendance there were 27 Beautiful Models, 4 Talented Makeup Artists, 4 Fabulous Hair Stylist, and 57 Amazing Photographers!

I had the pleasure to work with 5 Models and 1 Steelers' Fan/Owner of the Wooden Nickel Ranch.


These are the first round of Images...more to come soon.

Sexy Shelby Katz
Photo by Envious Studios




Sweet Britney
Photo by Key Photography


Exotic Lisa Yumi Mitchell
Photo by Select Models


Beautiful Tanya Rouse
Photo by Envious Studios


Gorgeous Elizabeth Small
Photo by Snapshot LA



And last but not least...


Tom Owner of the Wooden Nickel Ranch
Photo by Select Models




All Makeup done by yours Truly...ME :)

Monday Wisdom...

Listen to the Exhortation of the Dawn!

Look to this Day!

For it is Life, the very Life of Life.

In its brief course lie all the Verities and Realities of your Existence.

The Bliss of Growth,The Glory of Action,

The Splendor of Beauty;

For Yesterday is but a Dream,

And To-morrow is only a Vision;

But To-day well lived makes

Every Yesterday a Dream of Happiness,

And every Tomorrow a Vision of Hope.

Look well therefore to this Day!

Such is the Salutation of the Dawn!

by Kalidasa

HD Hight Dedinitnion Powder

This is, according to me, one of the best powders in the history of face powders!!!

So light, so fine, so wonderful and long lasting under the bright light of the studio light! A must have in every makeup kit, whether personal or professional J

What it does:
MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Micro finish Powder provides all you need for a glowing complexion. This 100% mineral silica powder softens the appearance of imperfections, sets foundation, and mattifies the skin without changing its natural contours. Its translucent powder matches any skin-tones. For those of us obsessed with contouring this is perfect since it will not change the color of the contour application. It’s super fine and goes on easily, a little bit goes a loooong way.

What else you need to know:
It's free of talc and parabens and can be used on even the most sensitive of skins, and being free of Talc means that it great to use for photography…no shine!

I have been using this powder for some time and I use it on 90% of my clients...the other 10% have perfect complexion or are too young to wear makeup!

What I find Amazing about the HD High Definition Powder:
1. can be used on any skin tone/color
2. It can be used on any skin types
3. Helps even out skin tones
4. It does not allow creasing
5. It removes even the most stubborn shine spot
6.It can be applied with a brush, sponge, napkin or Q-tip (for the difficult to reach areas!)
7. Less is more; a little bit goes a long way!
8. I only have to apply it once!


Hugs and Nibbles :)

MM Makeup Artist of the Week

Model Mayhem Makeup Artist of the Week!!
Another Great Contest and another Great Win for Yours Truly!

In this Contest 3 winners are Selected..

On to this weeks "Best of" winners!

Most Creative Makeup : Victoria Her

Best Editorial Fashion : Paula Pola

Technical Excellence : Naiyana

Yeah Me!!

Nibbles

Monday Wisdom...

I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy. My sons ought to study mathematics and philosophy, geography, natural history, naval architecture, navigation, commerce and agriculture in order to give their children a right to study painting, poetry, music, architecture, statuary, tapestry, and porcelain.

by John Adams

The Makeup Show LA 2009

The Makeup Show LA 2009

Sunday March 15 & Monday March 16

The Powder Group and Metropolitan Events are pleased to announce the launch of an event that we have been waiting for two years to become a reality - The Makeup Show LA!

On March 15 and 16, 2009 the makeup industry will come together to celebrate the craft of the professional makeup artist for the first time ever - at the global epicenter of entertainment and glamour - Los Angeles.

Like The Makeup Show NYC and Miami, The Makeup Show LA will be a pro-artist event for everyone in every area of the makeup industry. We'll deliver the same pro-driven, artistically inspired, celebratory energy of The Makeup Show to the west coast, and bring together your top brands and inspirational artists and educators for two amazing days of community, career and craft building.
It's the west coast must-attend event for anyone in the business of makeup and beauty.

The Makeup Show LA is a pro-only trade event open to anyone involved with the makeup artist industry. Makeup artists, retail artists, aestheticians, hairstylists, fashion stylists, agents and bookers and of course students of makeup, hair or aesthetics are invited to attend. Proof of profession or student status is required.

Admission to The Makeup Show LA includes all seminars and lectures, full access to the show floor and in-out privileges. Entry to The Makeup Show LA also allows participants access to great hands-on workshops. These hands-on workshops are only available to attendees of the show and are at an additional fee. Schedule will be posted in Fall 2008.

Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Advanced tickets are guaranteed admission.

(Advanced ticket sales will close at 5pm on Wednesday, March 11, 2009)

2009 The Makeup Show LA Rates:

Show hours 9:30am – 5:30pm

Advance Tickets

One Day Ticket $35

Two Day Ticket $50

At the Door – If Available

One Day Ticket $50 - Tax is not included

Two Day Ticket $80 - Tax is not included

Time to start planning!!

Monday Wisdom...

A man should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture every day of his life, in order that worldly cares may not obliterate the sense of the beautiful which God has implanted in the human soul.

By ~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe ~

24 hrs to the Shoot for the Cure !!

Preparing for the Shoot for the Cure...

Can't sleep I always do this get all nervous and excited about large events, according to the list we are looking at 40 models and some 40 photographers...That is a lot of people!
So I check on my kit...and rechecked, made sure I have at least makeup for 10 models (Ideally there will be 9 makeup artists and 5 hair stylist) but we all know how these things go...It's a charity no one gets paid...so we will probability have half the models and less than a hand full of stylists....that means I got to be ready…and I do not meant to mean…people have different priorities.

Mm link:
http://www.modelmayhem.com/po.php?thread_id=395965&page=1
web site:
http://www.sftc09.com/

So I made a check list of what I need to have...

Brushes
Brush Cleaner
Small brush towel (purple washcloth I use to clean my brushes)
Sponges
Q-tips
Cotton balls
Cotton pads

Tweezers
Eyelash curler
Scissors
Nail clipper
Nail file

Lotion
Makeup remover
Hand sanitizer
Alcohol
Which hazel
Eyelash glue
Finishing/setting spray

Foundation (liquid and cream)
Powder
Blush
Eye shadow

Liner pencil and liquid
Mascaras
Lipsticks
Lip gloss

Eye drops
Vaseline
Chap Stick
Neosporin
Motrin
Tampons

Eyelashes
Body crystals

Business cards
Pens
Paper...never know what will happen
Directions
Receipt of donation


OK all this fits in my small carry on...I have ditched the metal case ages ago due to the case alone weighting 20 lbs!!!

So what else do I need....?
Sleep would be good.
Wish me luck!

Balboa Park Collage

I was preparing for the Charity Photoshoot this weekend, and while browsing around MM (as usual) trying to come up with ideas on makeup, I came across this collage of a photoshoot I worked on months ago...

The Photographer on the shoot was SPierce Photography, Model Brandi - HI and Mua was Yours Truly ME!

Location Photoshoot are a bit uncomfortable for a Makeup Artist, but they are a mountain of fun, and the images are fantastic!

So here I am sharing...

Enjoy :)

Monday Wisdom...

“A musician must make music, an artist must paint, a poet must write, if he is to be ultimately at peace with himself. What one can be, one must be.”

By Abraham H. Maslow

25 Random Things about Me.

So I was Tagged in Facebook...and I am not sure how to tag again, but here is what the deal is:
A friend asked me to write down 25 random Things about me...
So here they are:

1. I am an Artist, I love to paint, that is why I started playing with makeup and body paint.
2. I love to read Vampire Romance Novels, I want to write one of my own…maybe start it this year.
3. I love Computers, so I can say I am a Wanna be Geek.
4. I have a step-baby and he is my little artist/actor and partner in crimes.
5. I love my husbands smile, and that he can cheer me up when I am blue.
6. I am a Buddhist, but not a very good one since I do not practice much.
7. I love my mother and miss her every day. She is now my Guardian Angel so watch out she was Thai!
8. I can be lazy and winy especially when I don’t feel well.
9. I want to see the 7 Wonders of the world…especially the Ancient ones.
10. I love the color purple and black is my second runner up.
11. I dream of one day having my own art gallery.
12. I have a degree in Psychology and not sure how to use it.
13. I love cartoons, foreign movies (especially Indian/Asian), and era movies (like The Dutches, Elizabeth and stuff)
14. I love shoes. Shoes make me happy. I’ll buy shoes before I buy clothes.
15. I have just got my “professional” camera and love taking pictures of flowers.
16. I am a bit of a dark person, I love Halloween and always dress up as a Vampire.
17. I am a smoker, and plan to quit one day, not sure when that day is.
18. I like my friends in small doses, I am a bit of a loner…love my alone time.
19. I have one older sister that lives in England and 2 younger brothers that live in Las Vegas.
20. I would like to have a child of my own, but that is still in the “maybe one day” deal.
21. I believe Disney Land is the Best place on Earth.
22. I love RPG, Kingdom Heats is my favorite game. I can play Strategy Building Games for hours!
23. I do not like working out, I should since I could use to tone up a bit…
24. I hate house work, but I clean like crazy when I am stressed.
25. I one day will own a Mercedes SL 600!!!

Enjoy!

Monday Wisdom...

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"For beauty is nothing but the beginning of terror, which we are still just able to endure, And we are so awed because it serenely disdains to annihilate us. Every angel is terrifying."


~From Duino Elegies by Rainer Maria Rilke



Browsing around MM I came across this quote on a friend's page.
In the image:
Metallic Muse Singer, Model, and Fantastic Individual.
Photography by J. Liber Photo, Image manipulation by Metallic Muse, Makeup done by Naiyana (ME yours truly :O).
Several other individuals were involved in the making....but I got to get permission to mention names first ;o)

Check out Metallic Muse Site: http://iammaryhamer.com/

ERA® FACE by Classified Cosmetics

Foundation in a can!!!
I have tried several aerosol foundations and I love ERA® FACE by Classified Cosmetics! Said to be “the first and only, internationally patented aerosol makeup foundation”!
ERA® FACE foundation has the incredible coverage and the “no makeup feel”, gives natural flawless feel and airbrush finish is Wear/water resistant, long lasting, easy to use, worth every cent, it’s oil-free and contains a nourishing vitamin and botanical base that’s ideal for all skin types
ERA® FACE comes in a spray bottle it can be applied directly on the face or by spraying a small amount on a sponge, it can be used all over the body, comes in 10 shades and includes disposable ERA® Cosmetic Puff & Head-wrap set.Note: Before using the foundation, make sure that blemishes and under eye circles are covered.

Shoot for the Cure Charity Benefit

Between Makeup Jobs, planning the remodel of the living/office room, emails and Makeup lessons, Computer courses, a girl got to do some good for the community.
So once in a while I find this unique opportunities to use my "passion", give back to the universe, score some good point in Karma, go to sleep with a good conscience, and have a tax deduction.
In a world full of all Charities and Societies some are close to my heart due to personal experience and belief, some of these are Cancer and Animals.

First Shoot for the Cure Charity Benefit.

Please note that 100% of the proceeds collected from this event will go towards the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - a non-profit group dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. Money collected at this event will go towards the development of a patient counseling and support center to be built in Southern California.

What is Shoot for the Cure?

Shoot for the Cure is a one-day meet-up of Photographers, Models, and Makeup Artists (MUAs). Models and MUAs generously donate their time, while photographers help raise funds for this worthwhile cause by paying an entrance fee.

Event Details

Date: Sunday, February 1st, 2009

Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm

Location: The Wooden Nickel Ranch, 25690 Holland Road, Menifee, CA 92584

Photographer Entrance Fee: $50.00 if paid in advance, $70.00 on the day of the event (space permitting).

For More Information: Send an e-mail to steve@highclarityphoto.com.

Please if you are a Photographers, Model, Hairstylist, Makeup Artist, Please come out and support - with the economy in a slump, donations to these charities have been hit hard, and every little bit helps, everyone can make a difference no matter how big or small.

Thank you all,

Bites and nibbles…

Naiyana