Featured looks

Jacquiline + Jacob

One of my original makeup muses. Her vow renewal and celebration of love took place in August, 2025 in Grass Valley, CA. Under 90+ degree heat, her makeup lasted all night.

A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers outdoors with greenery in the background.
A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing beside a groom in a cream vest, with a vintage car and white house in the background.
A couple dances closely amidst a circle of people holding sparklers during a celebration, likely at night.

“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.

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Alexandria + Frankie

This couple are two of the most creative individuals I have worked with. Alexandria is a poet and performance artist, Frankie is a painter, tattooer, jewelry designer. You name it, this couple can do it. Their wedding took place over Halloween Weekend in 2022 at the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, CA. They both wanted colorful and bold looks that complimented their personalities and beautifully detailed outfits.

Close-up of two women engaging in a kiss, one with dark skin and vibrant red curly hair and the other with light skin, glasses, and earrings, dressed in formal attire.
Two women, one in a blue jacket and glasses, the other in a white wedding dress, smiling and holding bouquets, standing outdoors with a tree and building in the background.
A woman with dark skin, curly red hair, and a sweetheart lace wedding dress is holding a bouquet of flowers and smiling.

“Kelsey did my makeup and my spouse’s makeup for our “alternative/Goth” Halloween season wedding. This was an easy choice for me because as a Black woman I wanted to work with an artist that had experience and expertise in working with color, but could also pull off the dramatic and more intense, glamorous look that I was going for. I knew that Kelsey would be successful with this assignment because I had worked with her previously as the MUA for professional photos in themed photoshoots for different seasons. My spouse and I were able to have consultation appointments with her to discuss what we each wanted for our wedding day well before the big day; I left those appointments feeling more excited about the wedding and most importantly, feeling beautiful without being overdone. I love that we were able to incorporate a Black-owned brand into the products used for the final look, and I even bought myself the very same eyeshadow palette! Kelsey uses high-end products, and really customizes the experience to your preferences. We couldn’t have been happier with this experience. Kelsey is an attentive artist, and it’s clear that she wants to make sure her clients are happy with whatever look they choose.” — Alexandria C.W.

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Anita + Jonathon

Anita wanted what I would describe as a “goth glam” look for her wedding. It was important for her to feel like herself, but elevated, and have a look that went into the darkness of night.

A woman in a white wedding dress with lace floral details, standing outdoors near tall grasses and bushes. She has long, wavy blonde hair, dark makeup, and tattoos on her left arm. She is touching her face with her right hand and looking at the camera.
A woman with blonde hair, tattoos on her arms and thigh, wearing a red satin pajama set, is sitting and looking into a mirror, with a makeup kit and brushes nearby.
A bride and groom close-up on their wedding day, with the groom kissing the bride's forehead. The bride is wearing a white lace dress with tattoos on her arm and bold makeup. The groom is in a burgundy tuxedo with a boutonniere.

“I have a lot of anxiety about my appearance and letting others both see me without makeup and do my makeup, and Kelsey was so gentle and nonjudgmental with me. Getting my makeup done by her was a healing and transformative experience, and one I’ve now done numerous times! She makes me feel so incredibly special and beautiful when I sit in her chair!” — Anita T.

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