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Virginia Dervil | @artistrybyvirginia
Virginia began her journey as a Makeup Artist 8 years ago working behind the beauty counter. Passionate about providing prestige service and education, Virginia continually seeks to learn new skills and techniques from some of the top Makeup Artists in the industry.
Based in the the New York City Metropolitan area, Virginia specializes in fashion, editorial and special event makeup. She prides herself in being congenial, respectful and professional with all clients. Believing that makeup should naturally enhance ones beauty, Virginia strives for a makeup application where skin looks like skin with a focus on the desired features. www.virginiadervil.com
Cory Hiratzka | @coryhiratzka
Cory Hiratzka is a professional makeup artist and licensed esthetician with nearly 20 years of experience in the beauty industry. His extensive background in education and public speaking, combined with his knowledge of multiple styles of makeup, have taken him across the country to teach seminars & master classes throughout his 16 years as a Brand Educator for brands like MAC Cosmetics, Violette_FR, and Kiehl’s. Throughout his career, Cory’s effortless style of makeup has been seen on celebrities like Ashley Greene, Carrie Underwood, and Giuliana Rancic to name a few. Cory’s work has also graced the runways for fashion shows for Christian Siriano, Monique Lhuillier, The Blondes, and Brandon Maxwell, among several others. www.coryhiratzka.com
Carmilla Cunny | @facesbycarmilla
Carmilla is a NY based makeup artist and hairstylist who enjoys creating characters for the big screen and enhancing the natural beauty of her everyday clients. She has been in the industry for over twelve years and her vast experience, combined with training by some of the industry’s most highly regarded professionals, has led her to work with clients such as Apple Music, SLAM Magazine, NIKE, Discovery+, Allure/Glamour, J. P. Morgan Chase, Bausch & Lomb, Mented Cosmetics and many more. Her work has been seen in several magazines, print/online catalogues, fashion shows, newspapers, television shows, on celebrities and the list is growing. When she is not on set, she is furthering her makeup education, traveling around the world and enjoying life. www.facesbycarmilla.com
La Donna Stein | @ladonnastein
LaDonna Stein began her career in the beauty industry in 1995, with the Diane Dick Modeling Ageny in Amarillo, Texas. She went on to teach makeup classes with the agency. LaDonna then studied art history and theatrical makeup at the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas. Prior to working full time as a freelance makeup artist, LaDonna worked at MAC Cosmetics for three years, where she achieved several advanced certifications and a spot on their exclusive Impact Team. Since leaving MAC, LaDonna Stein has worked in all styles of makeup and styling: from bridal to body paint, fashion to fetish, commercial to theatrical. LaDonna Stein is currently the owner and resident make up and hair artist of the award winning Dallas Pin Up studio in downtown Dallas where she is able to further explore the art of vintage hair and makeup – two of her biggest passions in the world of beauty. www.ladonnasteinmakeupartist.com
Melissa Collazo | @melissacollazo_makeup
Melissa Collazo is a professional makeup artist based in the Washington DC area and working globally. Melissa’s affinity for makeup artistry was born at a very early age beginning with her time on stage performing as a dancer and theater actress, and flourishing during her college years and early twenties. However, it wasn’t until her husband switched careers to follow his dream that she began to look at makeup artistry as a viable career path versus a beloved hobby. Now, Melissa’s work has also been featured on the runways of New York Fashion Week, on the cover of international publications, in various commercial, film and e-commerce projects, and on the happy faces of her private clients. Website: www.melissacollazomakeup.com