Behind the Scenes

A little more about me…

I am Makayla, a makeup artist based in Madison, WI, but I am always willing to travel to wherever you are! My lifelong passion for makeup inspired me to create a business that brings beauty and joy to others. Being a part of your special moments and helping you to feel like your most beautiful and radiant self is a privilege I cherish deeply. I take pride in my organizational skills and have meticulously planned every detail to ensure your day runs seamlessly!

Fun facts

  • I am in nursing school and hope to become a Nurse Midwife someday! I am also studying Spanish and hope to become fluent in the language.

  • My favorite food is sushi! A spicy salmon roll to be specific :)

  • I LOVE the ocean and have a big shell and sea glass collection, I am a pisces after all!

  • My favorite color is green, I love a dark forest green!

  • I love to travel (destination weddings are a dream come true). My favorite country that I have visited so far is Costa Rica.

  • My favorite makeup product is blush!

FAQs

What is included with your services?

When booking with me, you’re securing your wedding date for my services! My services include extensive skin preparation, makeup application, false eyelashes, and a touch-up bag (which includes a beauty blender, powder puff with extra powder, and a lip touch-up).

Do you offer a trial before signing the contract?

I do not! In order to schedule a bridal trial, you are required to sign the contract and pay the 20% retainer fee to secure my services for your day. To ensure that I can provide the best possible service to my clients and dedicate my time and resources effectively, I offer trial sessions exclusively for those who have booked me for their wedding date. This policy helps me to productively manage my schedule and ensures a high level of commitment and personalized attention to each bride.

What to know for my trial?

I currently hold trials out of my home in Madison, WI. Since you will be traveling to me, there will be no travel fee. Once booked with me, you have the option to schedule a 120-minute trial session. This duration allows ample time for feedback and adjustments, ensuring that we create the perfect look for your special day. Just be sure to come with inspiration photos (from pinterest, my instagram/website, etc) and clean skin. I would also recommend wearing white and bringing any jewelry that you are planning to wear on the big day to help everything come together! Feel free to bring a guest with to accompany you!

How far do you travel?

I am willing to travel as far as needed :)

I charge 67 cents per mile for roundtrip travel. If the getting-ready location is more than 2 hours away from Madison, WI, I will require accommodations for a hotel the night before. Additionally, if the start time is earlier than 6:00 am and the location is more than 30 minutes away from Madison, WI, I will also require a hotel.

Is there a minimum/maximum to the number of services?

I require a minimum of 3 makeup applications to secure my services for your wedding day. However, there is no maximum limit on the number of services I can provide. As long as time permits, I am happy to do makeup for as many people as needed!

What products do you use?

I have hand-curated my kit to have products that work for every skin type, tone, and texture! I use a wide variety of products, ranging from high-end; like Dior, Charlotte Tilbury, Makeup by Mario, Georgio Armani, etc., to drug store; like ELF, Morphe, NYX, and more. I will bring everything that we will need for your makeup application! The only time that I would recommend you to bring your own products is if you have any skin allergies, which we will discuss ahead of time.

Timing

I require 75 minutes for bridal makeup applications and 45 minutes for bridesmaids/mothers of the bride/mother of the groom/etc, and 30 minutes for those under the age of 13!

Do you only book weddings?

No, I am available for all other special events! Please note that I am only available for events that are not weddings Mondays-Thursdays, as Fridays-Sundays are reserved for weddings.

Cancellation Policy?

I completely understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise. If an event is canceled, please note that fees paid, including the 20% retainer fee, are non-refundable. However, if the event is postponed, I will gladly apply the contracted services to a new date, subject to availability.

How do the payments work?

All payments go through Honeybook, the booking platform that I use. When you sign a contract with me, a 20% retainer fee will be due upon booking. The remaining 80% will be due 2 weeks before your wedding date - so there are no worries the day of!