editorial

In My ZÜCA: Beauty Blenders

July 13, 2011 By Victoria Leave a Comment

I have to admit the first time I saw these egg-shaped sponges, I thought these would never work for my technique in applying makeup. To my surprise, upon actually putting a Beauty Blender to use, I now cannot live without and, these cute little pink eggs, have found a permanent home in my ZÜCA.

Check out this fabulous how-to video, I assure you it will change the way you apply foundation forever!

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About The Author

Victoria Stiles is a make-up artist from Washington, DC working in New York and worldwide for commercial print, editorial fashion, red carpet events and weddings. Victoria’s client roster includes celebrities Roberta Flack, Jordin Sparks, Real Housewives of New York’s Jill Zarin, and publications Glamour, O Magazine, Vogue, Surface, Virginia Living, and Washingtonian. Stiles’ expertise in make-up is frequently called upon by local and National publications. Recent articles in Washingtonian, Real Simple, Women’s Health, American Baby, and Northern Virginia Magazine showcases and quotes her knowledge in make-up and labels her as an industry leader.

In addition to artistry, Stiles is a presenter for The Powder Group-- an organization uniting makeup artists worldwide with relevant industry information and career guidance. She has presented seminars nationally at The Artist Summit and The Makeup Shows.

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Filed Under: In My Zuca Tagged With: advertising, beauty blender, editorial, Fashion, makeup artist, victoria stiles

New Video: How To Become A Makeup Artist In Editorial

July 13, 2011 By Victoria Leave a Comment

If you know me, you know I love my job. If you don’t know me, you still know I love my job. As a makeup artist, I receive numerous emails daily from aspiring artists who want to do similar work to what I am doing. I love to inspire and educate so, in an attempt to share information, I recently did a video interview on how to become a makeup artist in editorial. Enjoy!

Check out updated work on my website VictoriaStiles.com

Filed Under: My Work Tagged With: editorial, Fashion, how-to, makeup artist, new york, victoria stiles

New Work: Hair Styling and Elevate Artists Workshop with Daven Mayeda

January 28, 2011 By Victoria Leave a Comment

As a makeup artist, I believe in continuing education in order to grow and excel in your craft. The minute you stop absorbing information and new techniques, is the minute your career stops. By closing your mind, you are literally putting up your own road block to success.

For photo shoots, I am a makeup artist first, “light” hairstylist second. I have been styling hair for a few years, mainly on-set and for small events. When I heard Daven Mayeda, hairstylist to Mariah Carey, would be making himself available at a workshop for on-set and editorial hairstyling through Elevate Artists in Washington D.C., I jumped on the chance to absorb information from this master stylist!

Unfortunately I cannot go into detail on his techniques because they were exclusive to our class, but I can tell you the two day hands-on workshop was worth every penny, and more! What made all the difference in the world was the fact this wasn’t just a seminar, it was hands-on. We each had a mannequin head and access to products and tools that we may not have already had in our kit. Stand-out key items used at the workshop were from the T3 line of tools and Oribe Hair Care Products.

Because I did not want to “lose” any of the information I learned, the first thing I did was set up a test shoot so I could put my new techniques in action. My good friend and editorial portrait photographer, Nicholas LaClair, made some time out of his incredibly hectic schedule to help me out with my personal project. DeShae Mayrand, makeup artist, hair stylist, and fellow workshop attendee, assisted me during the shoot (thank you!!!). Her husband swung by, as well, and assisted Nick with setting up lights, backdrop, and props. And my husband stopped by with a six pack of beer!

Here’s our end result with model Chelsea Taylore….

Photographer: Nicholas LaClair
Hair and Makeup: Victoria Stiles
Hair and Makeup Assistant: DeShae Mayrand
Helping Hands and Beer Drinkers: Marc Mayrand and Dan Stiles
Location: Leiper Stiles Studio
Special Thank you to Daven Mayeda and Elevate Artists

Filed Under: My Work Tagged With: daven mayeda, editorial, elevate artists, Fashion, hair stylist, makeup artist, new york, portrait, victoria stiles, washington dc, workshop

New Work: FW Magazine Summer Issue

May 6, 2010 By Victoria 1 Comment

Key Products Used for This Shoot:

- Skin was prepped with Embryolisse 24 Hour Miracle Cream and lips were primed with FACE atelier Lip Putty

- FACE atelier Ultra Foundation applied with a foundation brush and set with FACE atelier’s Ultra Loose Powder

- Eyes were kept subtle with FACE atelier’s eye shadow in cafe au lait and cappuccino.

- FACE atelier Blush in pink satin

- OCC Lip Tar in Memento

Photography by Marge Ely
Styling by Betsy Lowther for Fashion Washington

Filed Under: Makeup, My Work Tagged With: commercial, editorial, fashion washington, Makeup, makeup artist, occ makeup, summer colors, victoria stiles

Nomad’s Land Editorial by Tomaas Fashion Photographer

December 9, 2009 By Victoria Leave a Comment

This beautiful story was submitted to Makeup Artist Backstage by fashion photographer, Tomaas. Immediately I took to the images, loving the lines, style, and of course the make-up. There is drama throughout but the structured design on the face is perfected with a clean technique, leaving the skin soft and fresh– love.

Credits:

Photographer Tomaas
Model Maximova @ Marilyn Models
Stylist Dina Yassin
Make-up Yadim C.
Hair Charley