MUA for EllieFunDay, Fall 2014 Photoshoot!

It was such a pleasant surprise to receive an e-mail from Sarah, the Chief Blankie Crafter and 

Co-Founder of EllieFunDay! Talking with her several years back at a mutual friend's wedding, and following their blog, you can sense the passion and love she has for EllieFunDay and the women that are empowered through it. Please take some time to browse through their website and see what they are all about :)

So it turned out, they were going to do a photoshoot! Yay! Introducing,

THE GODDESS SWADDLE WRAP

Who: Janine (Model)

What: Fall 2014 Photoshoot for EllieFunDay

Photographer: Calvina Photography

Sarah was great about sharinging her vision for the photo shoot. We were able to talk on the phone about the look and feel she was going for. She also sent me some photos that reflected her ideas... fancy design pages that made me go, "Ooh! Wow!" 

I met Janine at her place to help with hair and makeup. Looking back, it still amazes me that she was able to juggle and balance life with a toddler and a newborn that day and STILL rock out her photoshoot with her baby!

MAKEUP

Before and After

Yes, not exactly the best lighting, and photos taken with my iphone... but you get the idea :)

Look: Glowy, goddess, waking up in the morning fresh

To get Janine's lips just right, I mixed about seven different lipcolors!

HAIR 

Before and After

Cool facts: Sarah made the flower crown and the pillowcase dress Janine wears in the photoshoot!

Thanks Janine for sending this one over! 

EllieFunDay Goddess Swaddle Wrap Gallery

That was fun!

On a side note, Honey and I were able to visit Sarah and Elton at their EllieFunDay booth at the Renegade Craft Fair in SF this past July. Seeing photos of their blankets is one thing, but feeling how soft and luxurious they actually are is something completely different and wonderful! 

Keep up the good work Sarah and Elton! Looking forward to more of your adventures :)

Melissa's Wedding Hair & Makeup + Bridal Party!

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

Who: Melissa

What: Melissa's Wedding Hair & Makeup + Bridal Party

Photographer: Megan Tsang Studio

Videographer: De Novo Studio

                                                                             melissa + alex //   highlight edit from de novo studio on Vimeo.

What stands out to me about Melissa? She is so, so sweet, and thoughtful towards others! I loved spending the morning with her and her bridesmaids and getting to know Melissa's love of the color purple, TOMS Shoes, doggies, easy giggles, her soon-to-be husband Alex, and God. 

Honey and I started the morning off early by helping to get some of the bridesmaids ready first. Truly a super friendly bunch of warm and down-to-earth ladies :) 

BRIDAL PARTY

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

MAID OF HONOR: LORI

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

Yay for teachers! I always get excited when I meet fellow teachers, and this time was no different! Enjoy the start of your school year Lori, I know the kids will absolutely love you :)

HAIR

Before and After

 Once Lori's hair was curled, a little french braid was added at the top of her bangs for a fun, interesting detail.

MAKEUP

Before and After

 Airbrushing flawless face application and lining eyes with gel liner

Lips and finishing powder

BM: ALYSSA

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

You know you're dealing with a sweet bridal party when one of the bridesmaids (Alyssa!) comes out of the warm hotel room early in the morning to help us find our way to the bride :)

HAIR

Before and after

 After curling Alyssa's hair, I created a deeper side part, teased her crown, and pinned her bangs in place for a semi 60's look.

MAKEUP

Before and After

Powder, eyeliner, blush

BM: Maura

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

Maura! Girl with ten thousand and one jobs :) Maura had to wait the longest to get her hair and makeup done, but she was a champ... plus she said I could do whatever I wanted with her. I don't think I'll ever get a tattoo on my foot, but if I do, I'll be thinking of this girl (and not trying to giggle or sneeze while getting tatted!)

HAIR

Before and After

After curling Maura's hair, I teased the crown and pinned half up, then collected remaining hair and secured to the side for a side pony.

MAKEUP

Before and After

Airbrushing for flawless face application and evening out skin tone

Eyebrows, powder, and just look at that dimple!

BRIDE: MELISSA!!!

Photo courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

HAIR

Following photos courtesy Megan Tsang Studio

MAKEUP

Before and After

MEGAN TSANG STUDIO GALLERY

Thank you Melissa for sending over these gorgeous moments captured by your photographer! Stunning!

 

Goodnight beautiful couple!