Brooklyn Beauty

I recently returned to New Orleans from a week long trip in New York. While there I had a chance to collaborate with an amazing team of people on two fashion editorials in Brooklyn. Here is a sneak peek into some of the looks I created on set. 

Clean Dewy Skin was the prime look for the 1st editorial. Highlighting the models exquisite bone structure using MAC Cosmetics Strobe Liquid.

Deep tones of plum and the richest hues of red were applied to the lips with a glossy finish. 

For the 2nd editorial a smokey eye & nude lip was the basis here. Keeping in mind the use of matte colors that would have been used during those times. 

I teamed up with Hair Stylist Ashley Lenee to bring the story to life. She created a serious of looks utilizing the natural texture of the model's hair. 

The overall feel of the shoot was vintage glam similar to that of the late Jackie O. Can't wait to share the full spreads. 

2013 Essence Music Festival

The 2013 Essence Music Festival marked the 3rd year in a row that my client and friend, Kourtney Heart, would have the pleasure to share her musical talents on stage for all to see. This year was particularly special as she performed in the Mercedes Benz Superdome on the closeout night in the Ford Super Lounge. The same night as Beyonce, TGT, Marsha Ambrosius, Rachelle Farrell, Janelle Monae, Tamia, Mint Condition, Luke James, and more. In such great company her destiny is surely written in the stars. You Go Girl!!! Below are a few snap shots from her performance.

I created her performance look using Too Faced Cosmetics "The Return of Sexy" Eye Palette, MAC Cosmetics So Chaud lipstick, and a blush to compliment her lip color.

I wanted her skin to look as flawless as possible but still very much natural. Contouring & Highlighting were an essential key to completing this look. Stay tuned for a step-by-step tutorial on this...

If you didn't get a chance to see Kourtney Heart's performance on Sunday night head over to Essence.com to watch her performance of "Beautiful Tears". The audience was in awe as she poured her heart out in this self written song filled with raw emotions. This was my favorite moment of her performance. At one point, I looked around to see people in tears themselves as they connected with every word she sang.