by Jessi | Jul 18, 2018 | Austin, blush, clean makeup, clean skincare, cruelty-free, Eyeliner, eyerbrows, eyeshadow, Film, lipstick, makeup, makeup history, mascara, moisturizer, Period Makeup, product suggestions, production, Vintage Makeup
Last summer, I had the opportunity to work on a Feature Film as the Makeup Department Head. It was a period film, based on a book called “The Iron Orchard” published in 1966. The story was set in the late 1920’s to the 1950’s. ...
by Jessi | Mar 4, 2018 | Austin, blush, clean makeup, cruelty-free, Editorial Photoshoot, Eyeliner, eyerbrows, eyeshadow, hairstyling, lifestyle, lipstick, makeup, mascara, photoshoot
I have been busy planning and executing shoots with some amazing photographers, models and wardrobe stylists this year! I am so grateful for my uber talented friends and colleagues! Instead of the normal addition to my portfolios, I added an album for the newest...
by Jessi | Nov 21, 2017 | clean makeup, Commercials, makeup, makeup tips and tricks, product suggestions, tips and tricks
For years I have been dedicated to MAC paint tube and paint pot primers. But after a multitude of artists told me to try the Too Faced Shadow Insurance, I am blown away at how wonderful it works with my oily eyelids. I’m kicking myself for not trying it sooner....
by Jessi | Feb 2, 2017 | clean makeup, clean skincare, cruelty-free, eyeshadow, lifestyle, makeup, makeup tips and tricks, mascara, moisturizer, product suggestions, professional tips and tricks, skincare
E.L.F. Cosmetics uses all gluten-free ingredients, and does not test on animals or use ingredients derived from animals, (according to the company’s statement). There are a couple products I love and a couple I do not. I purchased all these products, to...
by Jessi | Jan 31, 2017 | Austin, makeup history, retro corner, Vintage Makeup, Vintage Makeup Collection
I started collecting Vintage Beauty products began in 1997. I had been skimming through vintage stores, swap meets and garage sales with my mother, and grandmothers since I was 6 or 7 years old. I wish I had the knowledge then that I have now, or even the care to...
