Fashion's Night Out goes Carribean...

Anyone who loves fashion or loves to shop, definitely knows about Fashion's Night Out. This annual event is always huge in New York and Los Angeles....well it's been introduced to the carribean, and Jamaica is doing major things with FNO for sure! This year, they invited my client, Vivica Fox, to be a host for the night at the popular Soho Boutique. Since I am her one woman glam squad at times, I was asked to go....and it absolutely made my summer!!

The fact that it was so hot in Jamaica, I made sure I packed the right make up for the trip. Vivica had to make day and night time appearances, and there was little time for touch ups, so I had to be prepared. Thanks to Koh Gen Do foundation, YSL Touche' Eclat in #3, YSL black waterproof liner, and Mally Roncal's Face Defender....Vivica looked amazing!! Oh, and special thanks to my 3 barrel crimping iron for her fabulous waves that evening:) She made their paper (The Jamaica Observer) daily in our 4 days there, so her being there was a definite treat for Kingston. They went crazy when she arrived at the event. It was chaotic, super hot, and exciting all at once!

Vivica also has a wig line that is doing very well. While she was there for FNO, she also made sure she brought gifts. Jamaica's version of Good Morning America, CVM at Sunrise, made Vivica apart of a special segment in their morning show. Two beautiful breast cancer survivors were given a few of her wigs to assist in their makeovers. It was a blessing to be there in that moment! To get more info on the wigs, visit http://www.vivicafoxhair.com/

All in all, Jamaica was fabulous! The food, the people, the weather, and the food again....lol! I will be back. Shout out to the red pea soup we ate daily:) Yummy!!

Blogging on the go...

I am just testing this out, as I am going to start blogging from my phone email, since I always have my phone with me. I have been truly blessed and busy, so time sitting at the computer is limited.

I have been up to so much, tried some amazing new products, and met some great people in the last few months. I definitely want to fill you in!

Here is a snap shot of what's been going on...See what I was up to in Jamaica with the lovely Ms. Vivica Fox! More to shots to come:)

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Blast from the past....

Digging around looking for my old Myspace page, I found some behind the scenes shots of my work. It's funny to see how my work has changed, how my placement is different, and the wider range of products I am using now to get similar looks. Let me know what you think. I think I was a little blush happy back then too! Ha ha!

K. Briscoe Music Video...

Take a look at some behind the scenes footage of an artist who is slightly new in front of the camera, but she's been a very popular songwriter behind the music for many years. Some of her clients have included Keri Hilson, as well as Britney Spears for whom she wrote the hit "Womanizer". So, K. Briscoe is no stranger to the spotlight, but now it's her turn to shine. I had the pleasure of doing her make up for her first video "Dishes" featuring Busta Rhymes, and directed by the legendary Benny Boom. It was a great day of shooting, great location, and a great team She is definitely one to watch! Special thanks to YSL and Koh Gen Do for sponsoring my kit for this video! Her skin looked amazing!

Click link to watch a sneak peek....shhh!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUv2UR-WYsc

It's been far TOO long...

I just logged in and realized it has been almost three months since I blogged about my "personal" beauty endeavors. My apologies to my followers and fans. I've been more than busy with my new company, Industry Art Shops, so I have a great excuse:) We just finished two workshops with celebrity make up artist, Mario Dedivanovic, and they were phenomenal! Mario's work, along with other talented artists out there, continue to inspire me to do what I do best---bring these artists to the people who love them the most. It's always a good time and I've received tons of support to keep doing it, so I will keep you all posted on our next workshop for sure! Here's a sneak peek of what goes on at one of our workshops...you won't be disappointed! Special thanks to Motives, Josie Maran, Smashbox, Murad, Sigma Beauty, Dream Organics, and all of the amazing artists who attended.

Award Season...

Aside from planning the workshops, I still have to keep my clients happy so I was excited to work on attendees to the Golden Globes, PGA, and WIN Awards in January. Now more recently, the 42nd NAACP Image Awards. Special thanks to YSL for keeping my kit full of goodies for my clients!

I'm from Texas originally so it was only fitting that I do the make up for the fabulous wife of gospel singer Brian Courtney Wilson.............Mrs. Stacey Wilson. The fellow Houstonian was nominated for gospel album of the year, for his album Just Love Deluxe. They are always a joy to be around.

I was equally excited, and honored to work with DJ and founder of Black Girls Rock, Beverly Bond. She started a movement from a list of black women that were positive images in the media, and the first Black Girls Rock Awards aired on BET in November of 2010. Her nomination was in the 'Outstanding Variety' category at this year's NAACP awards, and she was a pleasure to work with!!

I'm super busy January - March, but it's always a good time and a blessing to work with so many talented people.