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Monday, 08 August 2011 12:19 |
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Katrina Szish interviews Buch Brannaman
Recently I worked with CBS contributor Katrina Szish, who was appearing on The CBS Morning Show.
I’ve been doing Katrina’s hair and make-up for quite a few years now, usually we do a lot of fashion related segments,
but this time she was switching things up, and interviewing the real “horse whisperer”Buck Brannaman.
It was a very interesting story. Here’s a link: http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7373327n |
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Monday, 08 August 2011 12:13 |
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Madres y comadres
I have been working on a fun project with Kmart this summer.
This is the pilot for a series of webisodes we recently shot in Connecticut.
The series is called “Madres y comadres”.
Here’s the link - http://www.youtube.com/madresycomadres |
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Friday, 09 July 2010 17:30 |
Question from Bride-to-be, Laura H. from NYC:
Do you think the bride-to-be should show up wearing her normal make-up for the day of the trial, in order to better understand her style?
If a bride-to-be arrives to the trial appointment wearing her make-up as she usually wears it, I can instantly see what she’s used to, and what she’s comfortable with.
For example If a client comes to me after work for a trail, and she’s wearing bold black eyeliner, and that’s her signature look, I’m not going to take that away from her, even if she has a daytime wedding. I might, however, do a different version of her look; perhaps make it a lot softer, and balance the look with a soft colored shiny lip, for example.
Some people don’t like wearing make-up, but realize that they do need to wear a little in order to look a bit more polished than usual, and to look good in photo’s. In that case I can help create a look that is very natural; the bride will look blemish-free and radiant – her on her very best day!
I think because I am a make-up artist in NYC, many of my clients are sophisticated, professional women, and have a good sense of personal style. This makes it easier for me to know what they’ll like. There are so many visual clues to pick up on when clients come for their trial, besides how they are wearing their make-up; I’ll look at their shoes, handbag, clothing, and how they style their hair. You become almost physic about this after being in the business for so long!
Either way, if my client comes in with her everyday make-up on, or bare-faced – through these visual cues, sitting down and having a chat, and looking through my portfolio and scrap books before hand, I usually know exactly what will be perfect for her!
By Kerry-Lou Brehm
Make-up Artist/Hairstylist
If any of you have make-up or hairstyle related questions, please feel free to email me at
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How do you begin your search when looking for a make-up artist for your wedding day?
Referrals are a good start; if you know someone recently married and they have enjoyed their make-up artist experience, ask whom they used. The Internet is also a great place to search.
Take a look at portfolios; an experienced make-up artist should have a wide selection of photos to show you their work. This can be done on-line, or you may want to stop by and meet the make-up artist in person; after all, as well as applying your make-up, this is someone that you will be spending a couple of hours with you on one of the most important days of your life!
Examine the style; make-up artists’ styles can vary a great deal. Are you looking for clean and natural, classic glamour, or perhaps you’re looking for a very fashion forward, edgy look? Would you like your make-up airbrushed, or would you prefer traditional make-up? You should feel like you share a common sense of esthetics with your make-up artist.
Make a short list of make-up artists.
Include as much information as possible in your inquiry: Your wedding date, approximate time you have to be ready by, how many people require make-up, and if the make-up artist needs to travel. Ask for rates. For a large wedding party, a good make-up artist will work with additional make-up artists, and not try to rush through a large party by themselves.
Costs of services vary widely; to find a stylist whose approach you like and who’s within your budget, start your search as soon as possible. A make-up artist with a good reputation will have some dates booked far in advance.
After your research, it’s a good idea to make an appointment for a trial with one or two artists that you think may be the best fit for you.
Ask the make-up artist to pencil you in for your wedding date until you have your trial.
Bring photos from magazines of looks that you like and also photos of yourself taken when you feel that you’ve looked your best, this will give your make-up artist a sense of your style. If you are very happy with how you look, you can make a decision as to whether you would like to secure him/her for your wedding day.
To secure the date most make-up artists require a deposit and a signed contract.
By Kerry-Lou Brehm
Make-up Artist/Hairstylist
If any of you have make-up or hairstyle related questions, please feel free to email me at
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