A Los Angeles - based makeup artist, I have been inspired by color and transformation from an early age. When I was just 4 years old I found myself transfixed by my mom's eyeshadow and blush. There was something about the idea of putting pigment on skin and all the opportunities for transformation that existed within a palette or tube of lipstick.

I am inspired by literally everything around me. If I see an interesting color combination, I strive to emulate it, whether something pulled from a beauty magazine, a stranger's wardrobe or the horizon at sunset while on a drive. I am also a fan of and heavily influenced by graphic novels and sci fi art. I like to play with the idea of grotesque beauty and juxtaposition. I am self-taught, but also attended and graduated a 12 week makeup artistry course at April Love Pro Makeup Academy. I continue to seek out new tips and tricks of the trade as the makeup and beauty industry are ever-changing. I have attended workshops at several of the wonderful makeup academies in L.A. I have attended seminars by several world class makeup artists and gleaned their varying approaches to makeup. These styles are then appropriated into a way I see fit for my work.

I am also open to collab with photographers, models, retouchers and any stylists for shoots!

If I have sent you a friend request it is most likely because you are local to me and I am interested in collaborating with you on future projects.

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