Two women with different skin tones are close together, about to kiss. One has curly red hair, glasses, and a lace dress, while the other has short blonde hair, earrings, and a blue outfit.
A woman with blonde hair, tattoos, and dark makeup wearing a black gown and red fur stole, is seated on a vintage red velvet sofa outdoors at night, with a man standing behind her in dark clothing and a burgundy vest. They are in a wooded area with a large tree and a white fence in the background. There is a table next to the sofa with black candles and a ram skull.

Inclusive makeup

for every story

A woman with blonde hair and a pearl necklace smiling at a man with a bald head, both dressed in wedding attire, outside in a green environment.
Women celebrating a birthday at a party, wearing cone-shaped party hats and themed accessories, sitting at a table with drinks.

Feel your best

I bring your makeup vision to life. Whether you’re booking for your wedding, celebrating yourself through a photoshoot, or going to an event that you want to feel like your best self, I’m the makeup artist for you.

I am based in Santa Cruz, CA and regularly service Monterey Bay, Carmel, Big Sur, San Francisco, and everywhere in between.

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A woman in a beige dress and fur sleeves poses among blooming pink and white flowers, with a mirrored effect creating a duplicate of her face on the right side.
A group of six women standing together in a forest, all holding white parasols and dressed in matching champagne-colored dresses, except for one woman in a white wedding gown, suggesting a bridal party.

Client
testimonials

  • Three women standing outdoors on rocks during a wedding, with the woman in the center wearing a white wedding gown, holding a bouquet, and the women on either side wearing matching beige dresses and holding bouquets.

    Kelsey is amazing! She is super professional, she is knowledgeable, and she is a great artist! She is also intuitive, she can read the energy of the room and follow suit, which is totally disarming for clients. She is able to do this while working quickly and being mindful of timing. She is truly an asset to any team and clients that she works with!

    — Lupe V. Owner, V Beauty by Lupe

  • Smiling bride in white wedding dress with veil, outdoor setting with greenery and branches in the background.

    Kelsey has helped me feel beautiful on so many occasions but nothing tops how I felt on my wedding day. She had a way of listening to my vision and providing a finished product that far exceeded my expectations. The icing on the cake is that my makeup never once budged all night! She’s truly incredible at her craft and there is no one else I would want doing my make up for events. She is such a calming presence and truly cares for her clients. You want full glam? Natural? The perfect cat eye? She can do it all and more. I cannot recommend her enough and look forward to working with her in the future!

    — Chelsea H.

  • A woman with red curly hair and tattoos on her arms, wearing a red ruffled outfit, posing with her hands crossed over her chest, in front of a pink background decorated with heart-shaped balloons.

    Rizz makes you feel so comfortable whilst in her chair. She is friendly , warm and inviting. I love that you can tell her a vibe and she just follows through! Every time. Her cleanliness is impeccable! I catch myself staring at her filled organized makeup kit wondering what other surprises she has in there.

    — Shiza M.

  • A woman in a sheer blue dress and matching fur coat posing between white columns outdoors.

    I love working with Rizz because she always understands the creative vision. She’s also so good at checking in with the client throughout the process to make sure they love what’s happening or if they need any adjustments. She’s done a lot of really creative looks for my clients but even her classic bridal makeup is flawless.

    — Gina Barbara Photography, Owner

  • A woman in a lace wedding dress standing outdoors, wearing a pearl necklace and bracelet, with wavy hair and a gentle smile.

    Working with Kelsey is an absolute dream. Her artistry is flawless. She enhances the natural beauty while delivering a polished, elevated look. She is incredibly professional, calm, and organized, and her communication is clear and reassuring throughout the entire process. I’ve worked with her more than once and I’d never choose anyone else to do my makeup! An A++++ experience!

    — Jacqui J.

  • A couple dressed for a wedding, holding hands, standing outdoors at night with string lights in the background.

    I’ve had my makeup done and have also worked with Rizz for pop ups, and weddings. She can look at a screenshot on a phone and recreate in record time. Her ability to make you feel so comfortable and excited about the final outcome is incredible.

    — Naida Lindberg, Photographer