Jennifer James Beauty: Brow Boot Camp

Sunday June 10, 2011 in Detroit, I had a fabulous opportunity to be a model for Brow Boot Camp.  Jennifer James is a fabulous global makeup artist who loves to teach the knowledge she has gained throughout her career.  She loves teaching industry standards to those who are willing to learn and want to improve their makeup skills.  Too many tend to think local, but she teaches with a global outlook. 

The goal of Brow Boot Camp is to create brows that obey facial anatomy, learn and know beauty industry aesthetic and to look at the whole picture(face).  Even as a model I picked up so many tips that will help me as an artist.   Symmetry, precision and obeying facial anatomy are stressed and looked at through a magnifying glass. 

Learning and practicing the basics is very important before moving on to more advanced skills.  This applies to all areas such as makeup, computers, etc. You can't learn to program a computer if you don't know the basics of how it works.  The same thing with makeup.  Jennifer teaches us that you have to study the whole face to create beautiful brows.  The class is very hands on and Jennifer is a caring but stern teacher.  She will "step on your toes", but when they heal you are a better artist and grow from the experience.

I also experienced what it was like to be a model.  Being in the model seat was a great experience.  Alia Moss was the makeup artist I modeled for and she did a great job on my brows. She treated me the way I hope I treat all models that I have done makeup on.  It was different for me because I couldn't always see what she was doing but I trusted that she was going a great job.  All models should feel that way when they sit back and let us work our magic.         


If being a global makeup artist is your goal or you just love makeup then this is the class to take.  Jennifer travels to different states and teaches a variety of hands on workshops including "Fashion Makeup For Runway and Print" and also hosted "The Industry Insider Pro Pods for The Makeup Show Chicago which was a great success.  The makeup world is constantly changing just like the IT world and as makeup artists it is our job to continue learning and growing. To learn more check out her blog, and take a class or two.


You can catch her on twitter, JenJamesBeauty  tweeting such great tips as below: 

★ #MUAs: Our goal is a body of work marketable in many places in the beauty world,not just where u happen 2 be. #GlobalAesthetic #MakeupChat

Below are links to her other pages and sites:

http://www.jenniferjamesbeauty.blogspot.com/  tips and more

http://www.jenniferjamesbeauty.com/  for classes and more

facebook -JenniferJamesBeauty

The Makeup Show Chicago Blogger Preview 2011

One of my last tweets before leaving for Chicago stated, "Bring an open mind and a thrist for knowledge!"  That is exactly what I did for my 1st ever The Makeup Show.  As soon as I got off the bus at Union Station, I grabbed my luggage and headed over to Venue One.  I prefer to know where I am going and the area ahead of time so I decided to walk over with Alia my roommate and fellow bus rider for the show.  We arrived  forty-five mins to an hour later and as soon as we walked in the door, we received a hug from James Vincent.  He is so down to earth and wonderful.

Crystal Wright and her interns Chaka and Alia

Next we meet Crystal Wright and Sam Fine while they were setting up for the next day.  Alia  interned for Crystal Wright and had already meet her.  It was such an honor to meet three of the people I wanted to meet already before the show had officially started.  Crystal Wright and Sam Fine are also down to earth and so approachable.  I felt at home already. 


We walked around to where the Blogger preview was being held and Eye Kandy Cosmetics was setting up. We had to check out Eye Kandy and test it out.  I will have a review on it soon.  Elessa aka Pursebuzz was already over in the area.  She is such a sweet down to earth person and friendly.   

Alia and Elessa(Pursebuzz) at Eye Kandy Comestics Booth

Chaka getting her eyes lined at the Eye Kandy Booth

Next we attended the Blogger Preview for the show.  James Vincent entertained and educated us on what to expect for the next two days and showed us some of his favorite products.  Joanna Schlip joined him on stage for a quick hello and to tell us about her new product Red Carpet Kolour Body Glow. 

  Danessa Myricks also discussed Ruby Kisses Cosmetics and the competition they were having during the show.  Jennifer James also discussed the Pro Pods which were featured in the New York show and were brought to the Chicago show as well.

So many makeup artists/bloggers/vloggers in attendance networking and discussing the show.  Later some of us met for dinner.  It was great meeting and getting to know all of these fabulous ladies.  I loved all the gorgeous natural hair styles.  I struggle with my hair some days, but seeing all the gorgeous styles inspired me.   

   

Azia from facesfromaziajs chatting with Rachel and SanTara 

Vanessa aka vanewpc(Youtube) tweeting.

Sherry Blossom talking with Afrobella, Chaka and Alia 

Rachel(makeupbyrachelo) and SanTara(TheGorgeousBlog/TheGorgeousIngredient)

Jennifer James chatting in the background

The blogger bag had great products to test and add to my kit.  I will be doing some reviews soon. Below is a video showing some highlights from the Blogger Preview. 

Youtube-Blogger Preview Pt. 2

  

The Makeup Show Chicago 2011 Haul

I mainly went to The Makeup Show Chicago for the workshops and networking, but of course I couldn't resist buying a few things for my kit.  I also received some other products that I am currently reviewing.

On Makeup Magazine was a must have for me due to all of the information provided.  It was a great purchase and I have been reviewing them since coming back from the show.  I  picked up two Kevyn Aucoin blushes, a orange-red and a peachy color.  The Kevyn Aucoin blushes have been added to my kit also.  Great matte blushes at a great price. 

The Powder Group bags were also an awesome buy.  I am in the process of converting most of my kit to clear bags and these bags are great.  I can easily see what is in them when I have a smaller space to work in or for quicker set up time.  Eye Kandy Glitters are wonderful to create that glitter liner look you may want for a photo shoot.  I picked up Bubblegum- medium pink and Ballistic Berry-pewter and dark blue color for my kit.  Last but not least I picked up a single sided spatula.  I only picked up what I felt I could use in my kit or help me improve as an artist.  There were so many great products and companies there.  I look forward to getting more next year.     

The Makeup Show Chicago 2011 Haul on Youtube

Welcome To My New & Improved Blog!

Hello and welcome to my new blog.  After attending The Makeup Show Chicago 2011 and listening to so many of my fellow makeup artists, bloggers and vloggers I have decided to make a change for the better.  I plan to be a global makeup artist and want to brand myself correctly.  I have decided that my brand will no longer be Tantalizing Eyez Makeup Artistry.  I have changed my brand to Belinda Campbell Beauty and will be updating all of my social network names/sites. 

James Vincent  introducing Crystal Wright and Michael DeVellis

Jennifer James, JenJamesBeauty on twitter, was one of the first to mention using my own name and I thought it was boring and plain but was rethinking the concept.  Next I attended Crystal Wright and Michael DeVellis keynote "Marketing You". 



 Crystal Wright and Michael DeVellis: Marketing You



Throughout the whole weekend I kept going over names in my head... Belinda Campbell Beauty, Belinda Campbell Makeup, Belinda Campbell Artistry.  I decided before heading back to Michigan that Beauty Campbell Beauty is my brand.  Being around like minded individuals, and seasoned pros in the industry at The Makeup Show has changed my viewpoint on my brand.  

If you want more information on Marketing yourself in the modern makeup artist business check out  http://www.crystalwrightlive.com/  Her website is very informative and has links to purchase her book: The Hair, Makeup & Styling Career Guide 5th edition.  This is a must have book. 

Checkout http://www.thepowdergroup.com/ and http://www.themakeupshow.com/ for further information and links.

Follow https://twitter.com/JenJamesBeauty for great and honest tips to improve as a Makeup Artist!

BCB

BACKSTAGE BEAUTY WITH ASHUNTA SHERIFF AND THE DIORSHOW ARTISTS

Sometimes in life you get opportunities that you just can't miss out on!

Ashunta Sheriff is a fabulous makeup artist and industry leader with a devoted list of A-list clientele.  She has worked for companies such as MAC, Laura Mercier, and is currently a national makeup artist for Dior Beauty.  She just recently did Keri Hilson makeup for the Billboard Music Awards in Vegas and I have to say Keri looked fabulous! 

I had the opportunity to attend a Christian Dior Backstage Beauty class at Macy's.  The Diorshow Artists began with introducing themselves.  Then a voulnteer from the class sat in the makeup chair and they began to explain and apply some of the skincare products.  Then they introduced Ashunta Sheriff and she began to tell us about the makeup products, some of her experiences and began to apply makeup to the volunteer.

She told us of an expereince when working with Sharon Stone.  She showed her a different way to use blush to highlight the certain areas of the face to look more alive when you don't look or feel it.     

Overall it was a great experience. I wish I would have taken a picture of the finished look with my camera.  She did a fabulous job. I do love their glosses. They are not sticky like MAC and Victoria's Secret. I would like to see Dior expand their colors for their Diorskin Airflash Spray Makeup.  If my friend who invited me below would have volunteered, they would not have had a color for her.

 

As you can see below the color on me is too light and it was the darkest color in the Airflash makeup.  The Airflash does feel great on.  Diorskin Forever Flawless & Moist Extreme Wear does have more options but it is still limited also.  More brands need to have foundation colors for Women of Color. 

The Makeup Show Chicago 2011



The Makeup Show is coming to Chicago for the 1st time June 12-13, 2011.  I can not wait for all the educational and networking opportunities.   

This will be my first time attending The Makeup Show and it is only 4 hours away in Chicago. I feel so blessed. As a new Freelance Makeup Artist in the Metro Detroit area I feel that education is very important and that is the main reason I am attending the show.

The Makeup Show is a pro only beauty event that started in NYC years ago. Since then it has been in LA for 3 years and for the first time every in Chicago, IL June 12-13, 2011 at Venue One.  Featured presenters include Reggie Wells, Sam Fine, Joanna Schlip, Jinny, Johnny Lavoy, Crystal Wright and Michael DeVellis to name a few.  Over 60 exhibitors will be at the show with various products to add to our arsenal of makeup for our clients and ourselves. 

There will be hands-on workshops at an additional fee Saturday, Sunday and Monday.  You do need proof of working in the beauty industry to attend The Makeup Show. 

Check out http://www.themakeupshow.com/ for further information and to purchase tickets. 

Check out these blogs for information on the NYC show and what you may miss if you don't go...

http://www.sherryblossombeauty.com/

http://www.cassandrakennedybeauty.com/blog/2011/06/sam-fine-modern-age-master-at-the-makeup-show-ny/

Urban Decay 15 Anniversary 24/7 Eye Liner Pencil Set Review



Urban Decay has some great products and this set is one of them. I have loved the 24/7 Eye pencils since buying my 1st set which was the holiday set from a few years back. The liners do last a long time (12+ hours on my eyes). I use them in my professional and personal kits. They are creamy and do not tug on the eye. What makes this special over purchasing the liner separate ?


1) You get 15 liners and a Sharpener for $92(US) compared to $17(US) per liner. I got mine for even less due to a coupon with Sephora.(less than $6(US) per liner.

2)You get 6 exclusive colors that UD currently does not sell outside of the anniversary set.

3) You get Perversion which is better than Zero....Perversion is blacker.(I love Zero, but I wish UD would make Perversion permenant.)

4)The box is great for storage.

5)I did not find the smell from the box offensive. It smelled like regular packaging to me.

I may even purchase a 2nd one for the LE colors.