Rob G Rules...

Ladies, as you know I also do grooming for men on occasion for videos, TV, photo shoots, etc. Mostly all men need is lip conditioner, lotion, shine reducer, and a little TLC for their brows. Lol! It was my pleasure to receive the call to work with the very handsome, Rob G., on rebuilding his portfolio. He is a former model, talented rapper/writer, and chef to top it all off! This particular shoot was set up for him to get back in front of the camera, and from the looks of things, I'm sure he was missed! 

Keep an eye out for him and some new projects he is working on. His plate is full right now....literally as he is back in the studio, and getting ready to release a cook book that will teach all ladies some secrets to winning a man's heart. Born and raised in Compton, CA with Alabama roots, he was definitely a treat to work with...charming would be an understatement. Take a look at some of my behind the scenes shots.

 

Working with guys is always an easy breezy day, and it's always funny seeing them react to everything I "attempt" to put on their face. Thankfully Rob had nice skin:) Good luck to you sir, and ladies stay tuned! 

Smoking isn't all bad....

Smoking as in, smoking out your eyes for a gorgeous evening look! If you have an event to go to and your outfit is simple, do more with your face. Bring attention to your eyes by taking colors like grey, dark brown, dark green, navy or black to the lid first. Using a blending brush, blend a neutral tone eye shadow like a peach or light taupe through your crease so the edges of the dark color aren't so harsh. Then take a kohl liner (my favorite is Stila's Kajal), and line your water line and on top for smudge ability. Take an angle brush and reapply some of your dark smoky color under your bottom lash line for a more dramatic effect.

You can do mascara for 10 minutes each eye or just pop on a pair of lashes to really bring the drama. When doing a smoky eye, keep your blush neutral like bronze or flesh tone. Your lips should be neutral too. I used YSL #4 Rouge Volupte, MAC Plum Liner, and Milani 'Puttin on the Glitz' lipgloss. Good luck!

Simply Dashing....

Stacey Dash has the most amazing skin, so doing her make up is extremely easy. When someone has great skin and beautiful features without make up, putting on too much make up can ruin their look. Stacey loves Armani foundation and she likes to keep her make up dewy and light.

Fresh faced beauty.

I use light gold shimmer eye shadow from YSL on her lid, and then I use MAC Texture in the crease. Her lashes are already super long, so we just use Revlon Lash Blast mascara. I use NARS blush in Orgasm mixed with MAC's Pink Glow on her cheeks, and super light pink lip gloss to keep her look natural.

No need for false lashes here!

Go GoGo Go!...

As those who read my blog know, I love working with new artists! Up and coming talent is the future, so I always try to make sure I'm on board to help with the project, especially when dealing with image. My main focus is on changing the game...or at least not repeating what's already out there. So I get more creative with make up, but still keep it pretty! Here is a behind the scenes look at my day with the talented GoGo Morrow...

Smoky eye shadow with white eyeliner in the water line  really pops the eyes.

Wardrobe is super dope!

GoGo Morrow, just off The Monster Ball tour as one of Lady Gaga's dynamic background singers, is ready to take center stage and do her own thing. She has also performed as a solo opening act for Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, and Kendrick Lamar, just to name a few. Her debut single HD debuted on September 20, 2010. Take a listen here! "HD" - GoGo Morrow


Watch out world....GoGo is going places fast! xo

On the set of MBO....

Every week I am excited to do make up for a new TV show called Mr. Box Office. I work with Vivica Fox, but the show's cast is full of big names and it's always a good time on set. Check out some behind the scenes shots as they get ready to prep for camera.

Vivica as teacher Cassandra Washington 

Tim Meadows, Alex Thomas, Vivica Fox, and John Lovitz on the set of Mr. Box Office

Mr. Box Office comes on every Saturday and Sunday in LA on KTLA, but check your local listings for times and dates! If you need a good laugh and that old sitcom charm, be sure to tune in:)

Vivica in New Orleans

Simply stunning she is... all dolled up to give a speech to some high school scholarship recipients near New Orleans. 

When wearing a bold color, keep make up natural.

The students were very deserving and very honored that Vivica Fox was there to share her words of wisdom along with sponsors such as Olive Garden and Outback Steakhouse.

Hostess with the mostess....

Being a host for television, red carpet, video or anything is no easy job....but after getting their make up  and hair done, these ladies are definitely ready!

Since you never know how many wardrobe changes a host may have, it's best to keep the make up clean and pretty. Focus on even brows, light contouring and making sure the eyes pop.