let’s clear the air about airbrush makeup

Recently I read a blog, on one of those huge wedding sites, about traditional makeup vs. airbrush makeup for a bride. I was surprised to read that the author was not biased and made some great points for both applications. I continued to read the comments and the registered brides were thankful for the help while some “anonymous” comments went on to bash airbrush makeup (I’m guessing they don’t use airbrush on their clients). The main thing they were saying was that back in the day, Audrey Hepburn and Vintage Vogue didn’t use airbrush makeup. Here’s what they aren’t thinking…Audrey wasn’t photographed with a Hi-Def camera!

I feel that makeup techniques (and hairstyling) need to keep up with technology (especially those of us artist who work in the wedding and film industry). When a bride asks what is airbrush makeup and why do I need it, I’ll tell them honestly. It is up to them to decide if it is right for them and so far…100% are believers! Although it was a huge investment, to buy the airbrush and learn to use it, I find that I get better results and happier clients (and photographers). Here are some benefits to airbrush makeup:

Why Airbrush? 
Safe and Sanitary
Dermatologist Recommended
Light to Full Coverage
Semi-Waterproof – Lasts All Day
Not Heavy or Cakey
Skin Looks Flawless
Photographer Recommended
99.9% Perfect Color Match
No Foundation Lines

Why Girls and Curls?
I’m a Licensed Cosmetologist.Over 12 Years of Beauty and Bridal Experience.
I Do Not Sub-Contract My Services.
I Come to You! Home, Hotel, Site…No Location Too Far.

Weddings Are My Specialty!

Thank you Autumn for such a beautiful photo!  (www.autumnburkephotography.com)

StudioWed Luxury Bridal Showcase Featuring Girls and Curls!

Announcing StudioWed Denver’s Luxury Bridal Showcase on February 21st.  There will be several incredible wedding vendors including Girls and Curls!  Hope to see you there!

Thanks!

From a recent tweet by OneWed: Lots of bestweddingvendor love for Girls and Curls! They must be good!

Yea!  It’s a nomination for  Vendor’s Choice Award 2009 on OneWed.com.  If you want to vote for me, send an email to: support@onewed.com and mention Girls and Curls or you can tweet ”Nominating @girlsandcurls for @OneWed #bestweddingvendor”.
 
Thanks!  It’s an honor to be nominated!

Exclusive Boudoir Bash!

I am so excited to join Karie McLain, as the official Hair and Airbrush Makeup Artist, for her Exclusive Valentine Boudoir Bash Photo Shoot!

What a fun and totally romantic gift to yourself and your significant other! 

You will get 1 full hour with me getting your hair and airbrush makeup done.  Then after all the pampering, you will do a boudoir photo shoot with Karie to make yourself feel totally incredible!

We have limited spots available so contact Karie to reserve your spot!

StudioWed Denver…The Best of the Best!

I am so excited to be part of StudioWed Denver!  Every vendor has been hand selected by the studio owner to provide top of the line wedding services to brides.  I am honored to be chosen as one of the top vendors in my category…hair and makeup!  Click here to check out StudioWed’s blog for updates on vendors and our plan for 2010.

DIY…you gotta love it (when you can do it)

I have a HUGE fan of DIY projects from sewing baby burp cloths to decorating for the holidays, but it is always good to know when you have talent and when you need to hire a professional to help!

If you’re going to give handcrafted favors, it is a good idea to do some trial work on the project until you get it.  Don’t wait until the week before your event to “practice”.   If you’re not very creative but you have some skills, search the internet for ideas or ask a crafty friend to help get some ideas flowing. 

I like this cookie idea for favors,  I think I’m going to do them for Christmas to give to our neighbors and to my favorite vendors.  Once you master the technique, you can use them for any Holiday, Weddings or Thank You’s.  They are super simple (especially if you buy the cookies) and you can customize them however you’d like.  Simply stamp the cookie with food coloring, let dry and present them in nice treat bags tied up with ribbons.  You could do one cookie per bag or add a few.  I prefer curling ribbon or nice satin ribbon for a fancy bow. 

custom homemade stamp cookie favors

photo and how-to courtesy of marthastewart.com…great favor idea!

Hello world!

After a lot of work…tons of ideas…and great designing…I am proud to announce the arrival of my baby, my updated website!  www.girlsandcurls.com

 

 

I feel it represents who I am and it shows my work beautifully.  It’s modern but classic, youthful yet grown up.  I have spent the past few months working on every little detail from the colors to the photos and I am completely happy with the end product.  There are a few minor additions but those will come soon.