Updates and Thank you's

It has been almost a month since my last post but it has been a very busy month its been.  I have had the chance to meet with some of my favorite clients, and some amazing new people along the way. Here is an update on what's been happening this month.

Nikki Clarke has teamed up with Trevor Shelton for the "Live with Trevor Shelton and Nikki Clarke" show. Every thursday at 6pm at www.thatchannel.com you can catch them Live on the net, dishing on the latest trendy topics. Last weeks guest included: Elaine Spencer, Dan Cohen, Frances D'Amico, AHI, Jean Paul, Linda Stephenson,Tammy Whelan and Garlan Maxwell-Frith. And me, backstage as Nikki's Makeup artist!

B.T.W!!! The bead for health boutique is already open but the official opening gala is October 27, 2011.  I will be there to do the makeup for the models! Please check the event section of this blog for further details and come out to support this very talented lady!!

To me, the most satisfying part of being a makeup artist, is to see your clients happy. When she picks up that mirror and looks at herself  in awe, you know it is a job well done. Since this month has been a wirl-wind of event , I havent had the chance to take my usual spy-cam pictures  But with the help of technology some of the lovely ladies I have worked with this month, have uploaded their best pictures of my work for me to share.

Remember that I mentioned my desire to pursue photography??  I have had mixed reviews over my decision to do so. Some have mentioned distain,  others have welcomed my desicion with open arms, and some....I have never heard from again since I started. But I have pushed ahead with full force and scored some photography gigs of my own.

 The first  was for a mystery lady who hired me for some portfolio work but  has chosen to remain nameless for this blog.

 As well as makeup and photography work for one of my favorite models Kimmy Palmer, pictured here modelling an Alter Ego corset.

I love my new found talent and will continue to perfect my new skill. Who knows where this road will take me, but I am excited to find out!

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It is now the official end of the thanksgiving weekend as I write this blog. I want to send a special thanks to all the amazing people I have met on my journey. To my repeat clientele, thank you for trusting me with your lovely faces. Thank you to my network of industry proffesionals who keep me in heart and mind  at all times. Special thanks to Nikki Clark , Alter Ego Clothing ,  Sunset TV  and StrongArmTv  for this months contributions

  Last but not least....A very special thank you to all of my 5000 readers!!  Lets all give thanks for the skills god has given us!  Use them accordingly,  focus and NEVER give up on your dreams!

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover. ~ Mark Twain

The Millionaire lifestyle clothing shoot

Sarah Gwan is a graphic designer from Toronto who specializes in print, logos and corporate branding. Now she is trying her hand at fashion designing.   I believe has succeeded in a major way. With her Kush Bubble Gum T'shirts and Millionaire Lifestyle logos she's definetly on to something. Quotes like "Business, never personal" and "Rich Bitch" give the T'shirt line for both men and women, crazy mass appeal.
When she asked Mrs Makeup to not only do makeup but,  help come up with a great concept, I jumped at the chance. So we decided we needed loads of color, toys pretty models and of course plenty of dollar bills, to pull it all off.

 Meeting up with Sarah Gwan at the Gladstone Hotel.  Courtney Nicole Photography brought her model entourage which included models Stevie Nicks, Lola Rae, Skinny Buck, Mason Fox and rapper Joel Naggy.  Strong Arm TV  cwas also their to aptured background footage.

Its one thing to think of a great concept but another to see it all come together. In the first shot, we wanted the models makeup to be loaded with color both on the face and with the clothes.  After I did the makeup, Sarah let me style the girls as well.  Sarah brought enough clothes for me to go crazy, so I choose long socks, suspenders and short shorts for all the girls.

The girls did an amazing job,but Mason and Joel also brought their personal touch of millionaire swag.

 For the second part it was yellow, gold, black and white. The models did a great job acting out the scenes.  Doesnt it look like they won the lottery?

We had a wonderful time at this shoot. Sarah Gwan did am awesome job of putting this shoot together. Thanks to all the models for following my (sometimes bossy) direction. From the looks of Courtney Nicole's  leaked pictures, the final edits will be fire

If you like to order your own T-shirts or have Sarah Gwan design something special for you click here

Back stage with the Miss Eternity 2011 finalists

WWW.MISSETERNITY.COM

 The name screams pageant but, with a fushion of models, designers and fashion, its a model and designer competition like no one in Toronto has done before.  For the second year in a row, models compete in the Miss Eternity Fashion Showcase for the ultimate title of Miss Eternity 2011.

Invited to be one of the makeup artist on set for the promo shoot, I got to meet all the pretty models up close and personal. Some were shy and quiet, while others displayed moments of shear Diva-tude (not mentioning any names).

MafiaPhotography was on site as the photographer for the evening. Director/Co-ordinator Temo Primrose Gare was the best hostess, not only making sure the girls were fitted with the cutest summer dressed, but also insuring we were well fed.

the photographer teaching the model to strike a pose

Director Temo Gare outfitting the girls

The models spying on their competition

Keisha of JuicyArtistry was onsite as check out her work at http://www.facebook.com/iambun#!/pages/Juicy-Artistry/109122552493363?sk=info

Check out the work I did on these 3 lovely ladies Kaila, Hema and Kay

 The contestant for this years show are : Kay Sew, Kaila Izzard, Nathalie Nathyva, Kasia Baniak, Hazel Aung ,Muna Abelurahman, Hema Pooran, Trisha Purkis (not shown),  Shelly Ann McLeod, and  Miss Jane (not shown)

I had a great time, mingling with the girls, some of who are fairly new at modelling and others who have been at it for years. From what I have seen so far the competition seems fierce!

 With a  such a diverse set of girls, the only way to decide a winner would be to go to the show.

Date: August 27th, 2011
Time: 8pm - 10 pm (Fashion Show + Model Competition)
10pm - 2 am (After party)
Venue: Suite 106
Address: 106 Peter Street (King West & Peter), 

Downtown Toronto
Admission: $20

(Tickets on sale via online @ www.misseternity.com)

See you there!!

Vanessa...GHMB 2011 Pageant contestant and Photoshoot Prize Winner

Vanessa is this years Ghana Most Beautiful Pageant contestant. Beating all of the contestants in their photoshoot challenge, she won an exclusive photoshoot with Tosin Photography and your truly.

With her outragous hairdo, I couldn't help but give her some Nicki Minaj style makeup. Black lips with solid gold eyeshadow, transformed her from girl-next-door to vixen in minutes.




 

Ones again Vanessa did a phenomenal job! I enjoyed working with her, as she gave me loads of picture options to choose from. Her best Picture will be featured on my website http://www.mrs-makeup.com/

While doing her makeup I found out that, Vanessa is not only just a pretty girl but a talented artist and dancer. Though she has hinted that for her talent, she will be performing a dance, it has yet to be set in stone. It is appearant that Vanessa has major model potential. Wearing an exclusive neck piece created by Uche Nwagbo has made Vanessa the new poster girl for Alter Ego Clothing. 

To meet Vanessa , make sure to check out the Ghana's Most Beautiful Competition 2011, tickets are on sale now for $30. For more information go to  http://ghmbcp.ca/