I have always been told to stay three steps ahead in the "game" of life. I totally admire "artist license" though, let loose! First lady I would like to educate on is...Sharon Gault!!
Sharon Gault, Internationally known for her groundbreaking work with makeup, Sharon Gault has created iconic looks for some of the biggest names in show business and fashion, and in the process, defined emerging trends for two decades in modern pop culture.At the age of 16, Sharon became very interested in photography, and later trained with Vidal Sassoon as a hairstylist. A few years later, she discovered her passion for makeup, and chose to focus her energy in this direction. Already a veteran of the Hollywood fashion scene, it was not until she toured with Madonna on the "Blonde Ambition" tour, and was featured in the candid documentary "In bed with Madonna" that Sharon came to the attention of the world. To this day, many people know her simply as "Mama Makeup", a nickname given to her by the dancers on the tour. Sharon has collaborated with some of the world's most acclaimed photographers including, David La Chapelle, Ellen Von Unwerth, Isabel Snyder, Matthew Rolston, Tony Duran, Richard McLaren, Michel Comte and Herb Ritts.Her work is constantly in demand by Hollywood celebrities, who need to look their best for red carpet awards shows, interviews, and photo shoots, giving her a client roster that includes Drea Matteo, Hilary Duff, Amber Tamblyn, Jennifer Garner, Rachel Griffith, Charlize Theron, Renee Zellweger, Cameron Diaz, Robert Downey Jr, Britney Spears, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Demi Moore, Johnny Depp, Madonna, Enrique Iglesias, Cindy Crawford, Hilary Swank, Kate Bosworth, Gwen Stefani, Thora Birch, and many more.With such a background, it is not surprising to find that Sharon's work has featured in such renowned publications as Italian Vogue, British Vogue, Interview, The Face, Arena, Vanity Fair, ID, In Style, Glamour, Allure, Marie Claire, GQ, Elle, Harper's, Queen, and Rolling Stone. In addition, she has worked on music videos for artists such as Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Elton John, Moby, KD Lang, Enrique Iglesias, Christina Aguilera, Madonna, Avril Lavigne, and The Vines.
(May I please have her job?) Seriously?!?!? Lucky!!
Next, is a man who stood strongly behind his beliefs. This amazing artist is unfortunately no longer with us, through his educational books and makeup collection available for purchase. His legacy always remains!
The Great Kevyn Aucoin!!
His motto was that it was far more important to help a woman feel beautiful no matter what, and that makeup was simply his tool for helping her discover herself. Kevyn was one of the best-paid celebrity make-up artists in history. Kevyn's clientele ranges from high fashion magazine looks to elegant faces his portfolio consist of Cindy Crawford and Linda Evangelista, budding supermodels, and the vocal legends Tina Turner and Liza Minnelli. Kevyn also published three MUST HAVE books : Making Faces and Face Forward! (photos below)
Last, but not least...
Alexis Vogel who grew up in the fashion industry, at age 13 Alexis started her makeup career and from there she studied makeup at the Joe Blasco Makeup Academy, in Hollywood, the best school in the world for makeup. By word of mouth,Talent & hard dedication, she is now considered one of the most famous Star Celebrity Makeup Artist in the world! Traveling all over the universe with some of the biggest artists of yesterday & today. Today's hottest celebrities call upon Alexis to create their unforgettable looks. For the past several decades, Alexis has been doing makeup for television, movies, videos, magazines, billboards, and more. She has worked on countless stars and celebrities, from the top super models to the most famous and glamorous of actors and actresses.People who've been lucky enough to have Alexis do their makeup have said she has the hands of an angel. She also has the hands and the eyes of an awesome artist. Harper's Bazaar magazine called her "The Svengali-like" makeup artist credited with giving Pam Anderson her trademark sex-kitten look.
Such amazing people to look up too. The more I learn the more I am intrigued.
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