About Barbara 
+ | Barbara is a highly trained and respected professional in the field of Makeup Artistry. She is passionate about her work and has acquired many certifications in the beauty field. Equally comfortable and experienced on a photo shoot, or with a bridal party, Barb's knowledge and skills in all aspects of makeup arena keep her in high demand. Current with industry trends, product innovations and application techniques, through continuing education, Barb skillfully evaluates individual needs and works closely with her clients to achieve the desired "image". |
EXPERIENCE
Makeup Artist for David Tutera's Show: "My Fair Wedding" airing on WE TV.
Experienced Indian Bridal Makeup Artist.
Worked as a Makeup Artist/Esthetician at prestigious Bernard's Salon and Spa in Cherry Hill, NJ for many years.
Makeup Artist for the runway models of couture designer Kati Stern-Venexiana for New York City Fashion Week, February 2009.
Makeup Artist for TV Channel 8's "The Chef's Kitchen" host Tina Marie and all the guest chefs airing November 2009.
Makeup Artist for a Gospel video in Baltimore, MD.
Facilitator and Makeup Artist for "Look Good Feel Better" program through American Cancer Association.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
January, 2012 - Bridal Makeup Class - Metropolitan Pavillion with James Vincent, Director of Artistry - Powder Group. His resume includes clients as diverse as Lady Gaga, Liv Tyler, Lil Kim, Joan Jett, Jillian Michaels, Regina Spektor and Jane Fonda.
Esthetician License - Rizzieri's Institute - Cherry Hill, NJ
Advanced Medical Esthetics Certificate
Total Wellness Certificate
Makeup Training Program - MAC PRO, New York, NY
Various art programs - Moore College of Art, Philadelphia, PA
MAC-sponsored makeup class for clients over 40 years of age with the teacher who is a makeup artist on the set of "Desperate Housewives"
MAC-sponsored makeup class with the teacher who is makeup artist for Hollywood actor - Al Pacino
Makeup class with Sandy Linter famous makeup artist who has done makeovers for celebrities like Elizabeth Hurley, Lauren Hutton, Jackie Kennedy Onassis, Hugh Grant, Paula Abdul, Brooke Shields as well as countless cover shoots for Vogue.
Powder Group makeup classes in NYC with well-known makeup artist James Vincent who has done Vera Weng's makeup and was requested to do president-elect Barak Obama's makeup.
Extensive, week-long makeup seminar "Evolution" taught by James Vincent and run by Michael DeVellis in MA.
Makeup Artist for the Philadelphia 76er's cheerleaders' photo shoot for Style Magazine and various other events.
Makeup Artist for the captain of the Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders for her cover shoot for Style Magazine.
Makeup Artist for 30 individual photo shoots and videos for the Philadelphia Daily News "Sexy Singles" applicants. Their photo shoots were also featured on the cover and inside the magazine for four consecutive days. See PORTFOLIO section for details.
Chosen by the bridal website "The Knot" for Best Bridal Makeup with Bella Angel for 2012
Awarded the Clinique Galaxy of Stars Certificate of Excellence - for outstanding sales and high service level.
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