Category Archives: Special Occasions

Three months ago, I moved from my hometown of Kentucky to Queens, New York to take my career in makeup to the next level.  After graduating from Make Up First School of Makeup Artistry in Chicago, I enrolled in Linda’s … Continue reading →

A few weeks ago I walked into Linda Mason’s shop, intrigued by the bright bursts of color emanating from the storefront. I’ve always been interested in makeup, ever since I was a little girl and my Grandma Hope would let … Continue reading →

I stopped by the shop today to help Linda with the blog and was so impressed by Thalita’s makeup. The whole shop looked so magical and charming to me after not having been around for a bit and Thalita’s makeup … Continue reading →

My friend Almog, that great hair stylist, left some orphaned plants when he closed his studio around the corner from me. So they look great in front of the gallery and my shop, but I don’t know how long they … Continue reading →

Most of you know that I have the Astrological Makeup Melodies to accentuate your sun sign with or for that matter you could just wear the Leo sign if you would like to be radiant, chic and extravagant- like a … Continue reading →

Perfect touches of light, bright colors will add life to your face and uplift you in this hot, sweltering heat. You don’t have to wear all of these at once! The colors in my line are pure and delicate, so … Continue reading →

Every July I head off to the Sea, but not the Hamptons, the North Sea. I’m from Sunderland, England and still have many cousins, nieces and nephews that I like to visit. This year however, as you saw in my … Continue reading →

Waterproof makeup is an absolute necessity for Summer. From swimming to bike riding, or even just walking down the street in the humidity, it’s nice to know that while you may feel as though you are melting, you still look … Continue reading →

I have been spending this past week, and will be spending the 4th of July, clearing out years worth of papers detailing ideas that I’ve had, and unfinished projects from 26 Grand Street. I’ve decided to get rid of all … Continue reading →

When I started the shop 13 years ago, I began custom blending liquid bases for my clients and an eight color collection evolved. Like Captain Planet it’s powerful when you find a base that blends onto your skin perfectly and … Continue reading →