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Creative Arts Emmys Winners List: Makeup and Hair

Lindsey — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 22:49:05 +0000

Congratulations to the winners of the 62nd Annual Creative Arts Primetime Emmys! The awards were held yesterday (August 21st) at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles.

BEST MAKEUP

Best Makeup for a Mini or Movie (Non Prosthetic):

Department Head- Chiara Tripodi

Makeup Artist- Toni Ffrench

for The Pacific

Best Makeup for Series, Miniseries or Movie or Special:

Jason Baird- Prosthetic Designer/Special Makeup Effects Dept Head

Sean Genders, Gregory Nicotero, Jac Charlton, Chad Atkinson, amd Ben Rittenhouse-Special Makeup Effects Artists

for The Pacific

Best Makeup for Single Camera Series (Non Prosethetic):

Norman Leavitt- Department Head Makeup Artist

Brigitte Bugayong-Key Makeup Artist

Michele Teleis- Additional Makeup Artist

for Grey’s Anatomy

Best Makeup for Multi Camera (Non-Prosthetic):

Louie Zakarian – Department Head Makeup Artist

Josh Turi and Amy Tagliamonti- Makeup Artists

for Saturday Night Live

BEST HAIR

Best Hairstyling for Mini Series or Movie:

Anne Oldham- Department Head Hairstylist

for Emma

Best Hairstyling for Multi-Camera Series or Special:

Mary Guerrero- Department Head Hairstylist

Kimi Messina- Key Hairstylist

Jennifer Mazursky, Maria Valdivia, Cynthia Romo, Cyndra Dunn- Additional Hairstylists

for Dancing with the Stars

Outstanding Hairstyling for Single Camera Series:

Lucia Mace- Department Head Hairstylist

Anthony Wilson- Key Hairstylist

Mary Guerrero and Peggy Semtob- Additional Hairstylist

for Mad Men

CONGRATULATIONS!

10 Ten Things to See and Do at IMATS!

Lindsey — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 19:58:17 +0000

Guess what time it is Los Angeles??

IMATS, the International Makeup Artist Trade Show is happening this weekend! I love attending these trade shows because it’s a great opportunity to network with other artists, learn about and sample products as well as score some awesome discounts. You don’t even have to be a makeup artist to attend, as the show is open to all makeup artists, and makeup lovers alike!

If you will be in LA this weekend, here are the top 10 things to check out at IMATS! (Note: My top 10 list is more relevant to beauty makeup artists/lovers but also check out all the amazing FX stuff as well!).

Top 10 Things to See and Do at IMATS

1. Signed Here: A Panel Discussion of Agents from the Top Artist Agencies

This is a great opportunity to gain better understanding of agents and what they can do for you! They will cover building an effective book, getting signed by an agency, going out on jobs etc. There will also be an informal question/answer discussion which is amazing.

PLEASE do your research on agent/artists relationships at least a little bit before asking questions. Have you ever heard the saying “there’s no such things as a dumb question”? Well there is, and there were a lot of dumb questions last year lol. Respect the agents’ time.

This discussion includes Madeline Leonard from Cloutier, Charnelle Smith from Aim Artists, and Timothy Priano from Artists by Timothy Priano.

2. OCC New Lip Tars

I hear the Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics is launching 2 new shades of their amazing Lip Tar at IMATS! Get there early, because these babies go quick. Also check out their Loose Pigments!!

3. Alice in Wonderland Panel Discussion (Sunday 3:30-4:30)

Don’t miss this panel discussion from the makeup artists behind Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland! Christina Ceret, Shane Mahan, Lindsay McGowan, Mike Smithson and Patty York are all scheduled to appear.

4. Yaby Cosmetics

Love, love, love Yaby! Since you can usually only buy Yaby online, IMATS is the perfect place to check out the brand and sample some of their amazing products in person. I recommend their empty palettes, pearl paints, foundations, neutral eyeshadow palette.. ok basically everything!

5. Dany Sanz Iconoclast (Saturday 2:30-3:30)

Dany Sanz is the creator of Makeup Forever and will be speaking on Saturday at the show! Also be sure to stop by the MUFE booth as they always honor the 40% artist discount.

6. Embroylisse

Be sure to stop by the Embroylisse booth and check out their Lait Creme Concentrate moisturizer (also known at 24 hour miracle cream)! I looove this stuff!! It makes your skin feel baby smooth and I’ve had models actually start clapping when I pull it out lol. Must have.

7. Kevin James Bennett Steps to Success (Sunday 2:15-3:15)

Don’t miss Emmy winning, Kevin James Bennett speak this year! He used to be Director of Artist Relations for Makeup Forever but I am excited to see him talk, now that he is not necessarily representing a specific brand. He is an amazing artist, has great stage presence and definitely knows a thing or two about success.

8. Crown Brush

Who doesn’t like cheap brushes?? While they don’t last forever, you can’t argue with the $1-15 price tag. This booth is definitely one of the more popular ones so be prepared to push, poke and jab your way to the front! It’s seriously a war zone, you should really start preparing mentally and physically right now lol. Try to get there early, choose your brushes and bounce before the crowds start piling up!

9. Eve Pearl- High Definition Beauty (Saturday 3pm-4pm)

Eve Pearl is an Emmy winning makeup artist who works on The Today Show and The View. I always try to pop into one of Eve’s classes because she is a wealth of knowledge and a great speaker. While you’re at it, check out her booth too and pick up some Salmon Concealer. She usually has great deals at the show!

10. Glimmer Body Art/Glitter Therapy

Ok, so I hate glitter and will not be visiting these vendors personally (in fact I will most definitely keep a safe distance from it haha) but people FREAK on these booths! Glimmer Body Art has glitter tattoos, while Glitter Therapy has individual glitter in all colors. One of the booths (can’t remember which one), has a product to make perfect glitter lips a la Christina Aguilera in Not Myself Tonight.

I’ll be there doing press for Last Looks Blog so if you see me, come say hi!

Tickets Prices: 1 Day All Access $40

2 Day All Access $70

Exhibit Floor Only $20

Hours: Saturday 8:30 am – 5pm and Sunday 10am – 5pm

For more information check out their website www.imatsshow.com

IMATS is Coming to New York!

Lindsey — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 05:23:06 +0000

Earlier today, Makeup Artist Magazine announced on their Twitter that they will be expanding the International Makeup Artist Trade Show (IMATS) to New York next year!! Until now, IMATS is only held in Los Angeles, Sydney, Toronto, London and Vancouver.

@MakeupArtistmag writes:

“IMATS NYC: April 9-10, 2011 You read it here first…”

Speaking of IMATS, Los Angeles makeup artists (and makeup lovers) can look forward to IMATS LA which will be happening this month, June 26-27th! Don’t miss an excellent opportunity to catch amazing deals, meet new friends and listen to the guest speakers! This years keynote speakers include the Makeup Department staff of Alice in Wonderland, as well as Australian Makeup Director of L’Oreal Paris, Rae Morris.

www.imatsshow.com

Christina’s Aguilera’s Makeup Artist for Not Myself Tonight!

Lindsey — Tue, 11 May 2010 23:29:54 +0000

Case Cracked!

I have been on the hunt to find out who is responsible for the hotness behind Christina Aguilera’s new video, Not Myself Tonight, as well as her album cover, Bionic. Judging from the amount of emails, comments and searches I have been getting, you are all on the same search! haha.

Look no further, because Christina’s makeup artist is none other than the amazing Kristofer Buckle!!

I had a hunch, since he has been working with Christina for years, but I had to make sure! Earlier today, I received confirmation from Kristofer’s agent that he was indeed the artist for the video AND Kristofer himself (a little starstruck, not gonna lie ) commented on one of my posts (here) to let us know a little bit about the LASHES we have all been dying over…

“Hey guys!! Kristofer buckle here. I’m the guy who did xtinas makeup for the video.. I’m glad most of you liked it because I was on a mission to satisfy the appetite of makeup junkies like you Christina and myself!! Almost all the lashes I hand made ,but on the album cover I took a crisscross pair of lashes and then glued the spikes that I cut from another pair into them to create the lash you see on the album cover and video.
Take care x”

-Kristofer Buckle

Thanks Kristofer!! Keep inspiring

R.I.P Roxanna Floyd

Lindsey — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 04:14:08 +0000

Celebrity Makeup Artist, Roxanna Floyd, Passes Away at Age 49

Roxanna Floyd has worked with celebrities such as Whitney Houston, Queen Latifah, Halle Berry, Angela Bassett, Mary J. Blige and Janet Jackson. She did the cover of over 60 Essence Magazine covers, and worked as a creative consult on the CoverGirl Queen Collection. She was an asset to the industry and will be deeply missed.

Check Out Some of Her Work

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About Last Looks Blog

Lindsey — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 05:28:33 +0000

A Little Bit About Me:

My name is Lindsey, and I am a professional makeup artist working and living out of Los Angeles, CA. Makeup and beauty are my life and I love sharing my obsession with anyone that will listen! I work mostly in fashion, print and television, but have been doing weddings for years and know exactly what women (and a few men) want.

Last Looks Blog is dedicated to providing you with everything from beauty tips, reviews, latest trends and everything in between (including a bit of fashion, because I really can’t help it!) Please check back often as I will try and update as much as I can.