Artist In The Spotlight Tag Archives

Paula Cole

Written by artistspotlight / Fashion / December 07, 2015
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Paula Cole, CEO of Measures of Men A Comprehensive Personal Styling Service for Men.  Paula Cole trend specialist hails from a background in fashion,  a industry leader in personal styling to her credit, 15 years experience her eye for fashion and style speaks to both the contemporary male and the modern man.

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Paula states: “I have a love for fashion, which began at a very young age while reading Town and Country, Esquire, and GQ fashion magazines. Developing a discerning eye made perusing different collections very “natural” for Paula and even easier to discuss with male friends and family members”.
Paula began her career over 25 years ago as a Men’s Personal Stylist for Nordstrom in Tyson’s Corner, VA. which she later moved from D.C. to Dallas, Texas where my career flourished. Paula Cole expertise in the fashion world has allowed me to work for some of the most pristine fashion houses in the world including Giorgio Armani, Burberry, Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Ermenegildo Zegna, along with having managed sales teams for them in Dallas, Miami and Orange County, California.
Paula Cole styling has appeared in Modern Luxury, Diablo Magazine and D Magazine of Dallas. And have conducted trunk shows for fashion designers and coordinated style photo shoots for the Dallas Stars and the Dallas Rangers.
Paula Cole has a unique and diverse sophistication for men’s clothing and my passion for dressing men in the finest of threads are done instinctively. Paula’s knowledge of having a keen eye and a strong sensibility for color, patterns and style along with being a cutting edge visionary in the fashion industry, she stay abreast to what’s trending from edgy to classic, and from casual to couture which sets me apart from many of my counterparts.
Our services are designed with you in mind. Measures of Men offers premier individualized world-class services and it’s our honor to serve you.

Check out Paula Cole distinctive styling on Instagram @measuresofmen or visit there website http://www.measuresofmen.com and #getstyled

 

Shannon Pezzetta

Written by artistspotlight / Make-Up Artist / December 07, 2015
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Shannon Pezzetta has a love of color, which is evident by the shots Shannon Pezzetta shares on Instagram featuring models with bright and brazen looks.

And it’s no surprise make-up artist Shannon Pezzetta has redefined the standard of beauty for countless celebrity clients including the likes of  Jennifer Hudson, Anna Kendrick, Keke Palmer, Matt Kemp, Ciara, and Raphael Sadiq. “I love when I do some one’s makeup, and they start taking self pics,” she says.

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Shannon Pezzetta

Pezzetta, who studied at Philadelphia’s The Hussian School, defines her style as “Grassroots, with New Age artistic elements.” In Hollywood, she has become a hit, becoming one of the leaders in her field and in 2012 her dream became a reality when she launched her own cosmetics line,  Shannon Pezzetta Cosmetics, starting off with the introductory product “Pezzetta Lashes.” Actress Keke Palmer,  one of the faces of Pezzetta Cosmetics, says: “Pezzetta lashes are the most natural looking, stylish, and multi use lashes you can buy.” Follow Pezzetta on Instagram @shannonpezzetta and check out more of her work on her website: http:// www.shannonpezzetta.com

Selena Gomez

Written by artistspotlight / Entertainment / December 07, 2015
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Selena Gomez is a multi-talented artist, actress, singer and fashion designer. Selena Gomez was born and raised in Grand Prairie, Texas, she was first featured on the children’s series Barney & Friends in the early 2000’s.

Gomez entered the film industry with star billings in feature films including Ramona and Beezus ,  Monte Carlo , and Hotel Transylvania.
The latter project debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard and spawned the Billboard top-ten single “Come & Get It”. Beyond entertainment,  Selena Gomez has ventured into other endeavors. She has worked with numerous organizations for charitable causes, and has most notably worked with UNICEF for several years.
She formed her own production company, Selena Gomez launched her clothing line “Dream Out Loud” through Kmart; the brand features all material that was made from eco-friendly or recycled material. In 2011, she released a self-titled perfume.

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Selena Gomez

Follower her on Instagram

@selenagomez or check out her website: https://www.selenagomez.com

Kevin Wade

Written by artistspotlight / Make-Up Artist / December 07, 2015
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Keven Wade – Celebrity Make-up Artist Kevin Wade is one of the most sought-after make-up artist’s in the industry, and  Wade’s mission statement is simple: “Men and women of color deserve just as much recognition in the beauty industry”. Kevin Wade has been recognized for his impressive body of work with the likes of Boyz II Men, Kip Force (from Bravo’s Millionaire Matchmatcher and VHI’s I Love Money) and pop-singer, Tinashe (signed with Columbia Universal Republic and RCA Records), and Celebrity Custom Wig Maker Toyko Stylez just to name a few.
He also happens to be a Beauty Influencer &  Photographer, too.

Kevin Wade says of his love of make-up: “I fell in love with make-up and photography when I was a part of a paid summer internship for the Long Beach Community Action Partnership.  They pretty much started me out on my journey. Shout out to April And Maeve! I also wanna say thank you to my instructors Anthony Evans and Liz Castellanos for teaching me the skills I use today and for keeping me interested in make-up and photography; you both are so amazing!” As for the best beauty tip he has for women out there? “The most important beauty advice I could give would be to take care of your skin!” Wade says. “Good skin is the bees for everything.

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Kevin Wade – Make Up Artist

Make-up looks even more amazing on skin that is taken care of. “The skin you take care of in your teens and 20’s is the skin you’ll have in your 30’s and beyond.” On Instagram, his worked is fawned over.
A recent post, which saw him do make-up for @KreeshTurner, a Canadian/Jamaican recording artist and songwriter,  and garnered such comments as: “Omg do my makeup,” and “This is so beautiful.”

Check out his fabulous work and follow him on Instagram: @iamkevinwade

Aliana Moss

Written by artistspotlight / Make-Up Artist / November 13, 2015
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Aliana Moss

Aliana Moss passion to enhance every woman’s natural beauty.  Aliana has a natural eye for creating classic make-up looks.

“I take pride in making women feel beautiful, Artist In The Spotlight: Aliana Moss and believe makeup is a fun and powerful way to express each person’s individuality,” Moss explains.

Her passion for make-up, she says, started at an early age and lead her from Cambridge, MA, where she was born to Los Angeles.

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Aliana Moss

And she worked hard to master her craft, beginning her career assisting some of the top make-up artists in the entertainment industry before going out on her own and finding success.

So successful, Aliana Moss is right now, that she is bi coastal constantly spending her time tending to her clients on both the East Coast and West Coast.

Follow Moss on Instagram @alianamoss. or visit her website http://www.alianamoss.com

 

 

Kaye Dash

Written by artistspotlight / Celebrity Style, Hair Stylist, Haircare / November 13, 2015
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Kaye Dash

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Kaye Dash of Salon Republic, in Beverly Hills, Ca is a truly gifted hair stylist her range of styling is remarkable Kaye works amazingly well with all hair textures, her work can be seen on TV,  as well as print work your possibilities our endless Kaye specialize in color, cut, and styling. Book a appointment today http://www.styleseat.com/dashexchange or follow her on Instagram @kayedash

 

Guy Tang

Written by artistspotlight / Colorist, Hair Stylist / November 03, 2015
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Guy Tang is the famed master colorist and educator at West Hollywood, Ca Salon Republic.

He is synonymous with beauty and best known for his magnificent haircolor designs.

Guy Tang is also known for his expertise in the social media world.

Guy Tang calls himself a “Hair Activist” and is a top educator, giving up details and formulas for his magnificent finishes both on stage and in his many stunning social media posts.

He says he was inspired “by Vidal Sassoon for his precision cuts that was way advance during his time.”

And the celeb he most wants to makeover is Ariana Grande because, he says, “she needs a new look.”

In an interview with Modern Salon, he says the best part of his job is to “create beauty out of madness.”

I have had the pleasure of seeing Guy at work. I call him “Mr. Picasso” because he’s simply a truly gifted colorist who continues to break barriers.

Fearless, and bold,  his personality is humble and yet bubbly.  Guy Tang Picasso style coloring and toning is simply a work of art. He is on a level of his own: styling each individual client and creating their own personal canvas. Most importantly, he takes the time to educate the next generation of stylist’s on his unique coloring and toning techniques.

 

Follow Guy on Instagram at Guy_Tang

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Curt Cobain

Written by artistspotlight / Celebrity Style, Hair Stylist / November 03, 2015
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Curt Cobain

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He works at L.A.’s RVM Salon, on Wilshire where he has become famed for specialization in hair weaving.

Curt Cobain is a celebrity hair stylist with an artistic vision and impeccable attention to detail.
As a weave and extension specialist he has worked with a number of celebrity clients and you have seen his work on television as well as in magazines. A master of his craft he keeps up with the latest techniques and hair trends as they appear on the fashion scene. He is constantly working on his own innovative techniques always pushing the boundaries of hair.
With 2 years of work, which the results need to really be seen on Instagram, it’s no wonder he has celebrity clients clamouring.
In one of his recent posts, he wrote: “I can blend any hair texture or length, she went from a short cut to full flip over method . My installs are created to fit every clients needs not wants.
Have you been ITGIRL CERTIFIED.
To which his followers responded:
  • @lalalolu I wanna get my hair done by him  check his page
Another post, he explains: “Still not a believer. Tag a friend to show them it is possible to have natural closure when installed properly.
HAVE YOU BEEN ITGIRL CERTIFIED. “
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To which the responses were:
And you do, too.
Follow him on Instagram at @curt_cobain

Kari Williams

Written by artistspotlight / Hair Stylist / October 27, 2015
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Kari Williams not just a licensed barber, professional hair designer, stylist and natural hair care specialist, but Kari Williams is a doctor, too.

Dr. Kari Williams,  as she is known, is an educator and consultant on proper hair care and products, Board Certified Trichologist through the American Association of Drugless Practitioners’, as well as the Founder and CEO of Mahogany Hair Revolution Salon and Trichology Clinic.
Oh, and in April 2013 Governor Jerry Brown appointed Dr. Kari as an Industry Member of the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, where she currently serves as the President of the Board.

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The Journey Back” By Dr K. Williams

Kari Williams says she is passionate about hair styling and education and “she has merged her passion and degree to create a business that caters to a market that is interested in natural hair and seeking guidance on how to achieve healthier hair.” When she is not working with product companies like Eden Bodyworks, Viviscal, Shea Moisture, Sof’n Free, Curls, Carol’s Daughter and African Pride, she is tending the locks of celebrities like Brandy Norwood, Nia Long, Keri Hilson, Chrisette Michelle, Kim Coles, Jaden and Willow Smith, Leon Thomas III, from Nickelodeon’s “Victorious,” Lisa Gaye Hamilton, Cedric the Entertainer’s family and Keisha and Omar Epps’ children.

Follow Kari Williams on Instagram @drkariwill
check out her website:
http://www.drkariwilliams.com

 

Paul Cucinello

Written by artistspotlight / Colorist, Hair Stylist / October 17, 2015
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 Paul Cucinello

Paul Cucinello grew up in a family of hairstylists and you can say that the creative juices have always been in his blood.
Within 3 months of assisting at his first job, Paul was given his own chair.  By the end of his third year with the salon, he was the Artist Director, General Manager, Head Colorist, Head Stylist, and successfully rebranded and re-launched the salon. Paul soon became bicoastal and quickly began creating a name for himself both as an Editorial Stylist for print and runway and as a Corporate Trainer & Platform Artist for Sebastian/Wella International. He extended his love for color as a Cosmetic Designer, creating collections and doing Research & Development for Sebastian’s Trucco Cosmetic line.

After perfecting his signature cutting style, Paul began working in New York City at Antonio Prieto Salon and shifted his focus toward hair color. In 2001, Paul Cucinello was named “Best Colorist” by New York Magazine and has been dubbed by beauty insiders as the “go-to-guy for color correction and precision cuts.”

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Paul Cucinello – Beauty Expert

Paul Cucienello has a strong working relationship with the top Beauty Editors and he is regularly featured in New York Magazine, Allure, W, Vanity Fair, Lucky, Self, Teen Vogue, WWD, Health, Life & Style, Ladies Home Journal, Family Circle, & Oprah.com. His expert opinion is consistently sought after for comments on new celebrity hair trends and beauty product recommendations.
Maintaining bi coastal residences in both LA and NYC, Paul is the Creative Director at Chris Chase Salon NYC, where he oversees a team of exceptionally talented editorial stylists and colorists. When he’s not working as a guest artist for major beauty brands, Paul is consulting, testing & developing innovative new products for some of the biggest names in the beauty industry: L’Oreal Kerastase, LBP, Oribe, R & Co and V76 by Vaughn.
 Follow him on Instagram @paulcucinello
Photo credit:  Michael Young