Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Makeup Artist | It's About That Time! The Makeup Summit; Miami & Chicago

It's almost time for The Artist Summit Miami & Chicago ! For pro makeup artist, aspiring makeup artist, and even veterans, this Summit is for you! I attended my first Summit a few years ago in New York and it was the best time ever. Can I just say that Mr. Michael DeVellis greeted me at the door! ..Who does that?! Him of course, because he's just that great...Okay, anyways, if you ever wanted to know the inside to the industry this is the place to ee. Not only are there the industry's leading artist teaching you what they know, but you get to network with other artist, and what else........wait for it......... shop!.. umm hmm.. Yes, the industry's leading Brands will be there to serve you up your fix of makeup sensation.

Please, don't ask what I bought last time... No comment.

Needless to say, get there! The Makeup Summit Miami Oct 3-5, and Chicago Oct 10-12.

THE ARTIST SUMMIT

The Artist Summit is three day artist program for those in the professional makeup artist and beauty industries. The program consists of three days of artist events including seminars, hands-on workshops, panel forums, evening events and The Summit Shop - a unique pro-focused retail environment.

An opening event on the evening of the first day of the Summit will also be a part of the program. Over the three days of the event attendees will have access to over 75 makeup and beauty related educational and career building events.

WHEN & WHERE
The Artist Summit Miami will take place from October 3-5, 2009
Miami Beach Convention Center - education hall B
1901 convention center drive
Miami Beach FL enter Washington Avenue entrance
http://www.miamibeachconvention.com

The Artist Summit Chicago will take place from October 10-12, 2009
River East Art Center
435 E Illinois St
Chicago, IL
http://www.rivereastartcenter.com

WHAT TIME?
The Artist Summit education program runs from 9:00AM - 6:30PM Sunday and Monday
The Summit Shop is open Saturday 4:00PM-7:00PM and from 10:00AM - 6:00PM Sunday and Monday
Career and Industry Night at The Artist Summit will be held at The Summit Shop on Saturday from 4:00PM - 7:00PM

ATTENDEE PARTICIPATION
The Artist Summit is open to professionals in the makeup and beauty industries including all freelance artists, retail and salon artists, students of makeup or beauty related curriculum, cosmetics executives and retail managers, buyers and retail shop owners, and so on.

Students currently enrolled in a school receive 50% off any listed rate. Call our 866.876.9337 number to register.

CAREER NIGHT $65.00 *(Free for All Summit Passholders)
Meet agencies, industry business experts, brand owners and artists who can help push your career to the next level. Shop The Summit Shop. Provides access to Summit Opening Reception.

ONE-DAY SUMMIT PASS $65.00
Provides attendees the opportunity to attend all seminars, forums and keynotes. Provides access to participation in hands-on workshops, which are at an additional fee of $95 per workshop. Provides access to Career Night and Summit Opening Reception.

TWO-DAY SUMMIT PASS $125.00 *
Provides attendees the opportunity to attend all seminars, forums and keynotes. Provides access to participation in hands-on workshops, which are at an additional fee of $95 per workshop. Provides access to Career Night and Summit Opening Reception and Closing Night Party.

ALL ACCESS SUMMIT PASS $290.00 *
Provides attendees the opportunity access to all seminars forums and keynotes. Includes two hands-on workshops. Additional workshops would be at the rate of $95 per workshop. Provides access to Career Night, Opening Night Reception, Sunday Sponsor Reception and Closing Night Party.

Day One:
Makeup 101 - Full-day Intro to Makeup Artistry
Space is limited to 20 attendees
Space is limited to 20 attendees
Career Night & Opening of The Summit Shop
Art Center Open Studio and Summit Reception

Day Two:
Opening Keynote
The Summit Shop Open
Full-day of Education
Closing Keynote
Evening event

Day Three:
Opening Keynote
The Summit Shop Open
Full-day of Education
Closing Keynote Panel
Closing night event

*included workshops do not include makeup 101 or Styling 101 full-day workshops



Friday, September 25, 2009

Makeup Artist | New York Fashion Week Backstage: Baby Phat and Nanette Lapor

I'm long overdue and between traveling and clients realized I have not recaped New York Fashion Week. NYFW was exhausting and exhilarating all in one and I must must must give you the recap from the shows. This year, as Beauty Writer reported for Second City Style, for the Baby Phat Show and Nanette Lepore.

Check out Kelley Backstage at New York Fashion Week '10: Nanette Lapore



Can I say Kimora's Show was more than stellar. With a front row seat at The Renaissance Hotel Inglot Cosmetics Party with Felicia from ThisThatBeauty, and The Powder Group team, I couldn't ask for a better viewing, after the wrap up coverage from backstage.

Check out Kelley Backstage at New York Fashion Week '10: Baby Phat


Kelley Epps-Woods

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

DC Makeup Artist | New York Fashion Week and Other News...



I have been distant from my Blog, and feel so bad.. But, this month has been really hectic. I have some wonderful opportunities brewing, and New York Fashion Week being one. I will be reporting as Beauty Editor for Second City Style at #NYFW. I'll be in NY next week Monday -Wednesday, and can't wait to connect with my beauty blogger friends (ThisThatBeauty, hey!), and fellow makeup artist.

I also have a some exciting news for Monday with my client Dr. Ro, and can't wait to announce... So never the less, next week is jammed packed, and I'm gearing up...

I'lll be reporting to you via Second City Style, and right here on at The Makeup Loft.

Also, if in NY, and I know DC is also supporting, Check out Fashion Night Out with the local retailers.

(Source: FashionNightOut.com) In the United States, American Vogue has joined with NYC & Company, the City of New York, and the Council of Fashion Designers of America to enliven again the consumer spirit that churns the economy and boosts the local industry of America’s fashion capital, New York City. Next only to finance, fashion is the second-largest sector of industry in New York City—the headquarters of more than 800 fashion companies employing 175,000 people and generating $10 billion in total wages. At City Hall’s May 20 press conference to announce Fashion’s Night Out, Vera Wang said, "To put it bluntly, if people don’t shop, people lose their jobs."

The first evening of New York Fashion Week, Fashion's Night Out will encompass festivities galore— from inventive window displays to model and celebrity appearances. Champagne may flow; hors d'oeuvres may be passed. Rumors of musical performances, downtown barbecues, shoe capsules, limited-edition rings, and sweepstakes abound. Apparently there will be makeovers, brow bars, and haircut stations at sundry spots, too.





Okay, if you are reading this Blog, who's gonna be there?! If you are let's connect...!