When you own a small, local business, you want to make sure your branding and professional headshots are nothing short of the best so you can feel confident about standing out in the community! So when Kendra Bills, owner of In Bloom Flowers and Gifts, needed updated headshots for herself and her team, she turned to AK Makeup Artistry and Colbis Photo! I had the pleasure of meeting Kendra and her team at their storefront in uptown Maumee where I was able to provide makeup on site before they headed out for their pictures. All three ladies wanted simple, natural makeup that allowed them to shine through in the pictures. Afterall, they were set in a flower field of their local supplier, Forget Me Not Farms. I stuck to earth tones and Ardell Natural Lashes to give just a touch of added elegance. We also kept their lips neutral with simple glosses that had just a hint of color creating the perfect finishing touch! When asked about the experience, Kendra said, "I enjoyed seeing the finished result of the makeup session of each of my designers and myself.  You captured each of us and our desire to be the best version of ourselves by enhancing the beauty you saw there, not by trying to make us look like someone we're not, but by working to make us feel beautiful in our own skin.  You were so kind and professional and I appreciate all of your efforts to be there for us that day!"

 It was my honor to meet each of them and I loved getting to know more about their shop and what they do! 

AK Makeup Artistry has teamed up with Michele Kipplen Photography and Chico's to deliver the ultimate experience showcasing the vibrancy, strength and beauty of women over 50. This exclusive event has limited spaces for area women to have a personalized styling session with a Chico's stylist, full HD makeover and one on one photo session complete with you favorite images included. Make sure to reserve your own Nifty Over 50 Experience today! We recently did our first shoot with three gorgeous ladies. Today we are featuring one of them. Meet Melissa! 

When you hire a makeup artist you are doing so to ensure you look your very best for your pictures, event or special occasion. You likely also want to look great every other day too but unfortunately your makeup artist can't live in your bathroom and do your makeup everyday. That is where my 5 Pro Tips come in! Use these tips to enhance your DIY makeup game!