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 | 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...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by Jessi | Oct 8, 2016 | Austin, eyerbrows, makeup, makeup tips and tricks, product suggestions, professional tips and tricks, tips and tricks
Brows: I love finding new brow products! And under $10, who isn’t excited!!! My first favorite is: Maybelline Eye Studio Brow Define + Fill Duo, $6.99   This product is wonderful! I love having the versatility of a powder and micro liner in one product. It...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by Jessi | Oct 2, 2016 | Austin, lifestyle, makeup, makeup history, production, retro corner, Vintage Makeup, Vintage Makeup Collection
Makeup is my passion, and my blood-force. When I work, I try my darnedest to make sure EVERY person in my chair is comfortable, safe from contamination and safe from product irritants, as well as happy to be creating with me. Each production is very different....				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by Jessi | Jun 13, 2013 | Austin, makeup, product suggestions, professional tips and tricks, tips and tricks
(Excerpts taken from our facebook conversation) Miss Fabulous LV Question:  I was wondering if you could recommend a full coverage foundation for my dark circles and blotchy skin like what you used for the photo shoot. I’ve never looked better than when you...