The Portfolio Project Features Tonya Strozier

Tonya Strozier is a cutting edge professional makeup artist based in Arizona. Since the beginning of 2010, Tonya’s progress as a true artist has been explosive. Her commitment to perfecting her craft continues to amaze even the seasoned makeup artists.

Holding a Master’s degree in Education since 2003, Tonya naturally values education. Her passion for education has undoubtedly transferred to the fashion industry.

As an AVEDA trained makeup artist Tonya has a solid foundation in color theory. Tonya’s flair for color is vibrantly demonstrated through her editorial makeup. Though profound with the use of color, Tonya is also able to enhance the natural beauty of the individual as evident in her bridal and beauty makeup artistry. Being the teacher that she is, she enjoys educating others about makeup, general skin care, and total health.

Whether working on a production set, studio, on location, or behind stage of a fashion show Tonya’s makeup artistry work is remarkable.

The Products I Use: Within Tonya’s kit you will find products from a multitude of manufacturers including: MAC, Bobbi Brown, Make Up Forever, Stila, Urban Decay, Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, Sugarpill, Inglot, AVEDA, Temptu, Ready Made Cosmetics, and Dinair just to name a few. Tonya is committed to using only high quality products to best serve her clients.

View Tonya’s gallery at www.makeupbytonya.com

Bookings or contact: makeupbytonya@hotmail.com

or # 520-940-3676

Wilhelmina Model Jordan Casey

Bridal Model Morgan Taylor

Fashion & Beauty images by Crystal Allen
www.crystalallenphotography.com

Bridal images and Headshot by Shauna Intelisano
www.shaunaintelisano.com

Hair by Catherine Roe
www.catherineroe.com


Other samples of Tonya's work taken outside of the Portfolio project

The Portfolio Project Features Heather Vasquez

Heather Renee’ Vasquez first realized her passion for makeup as a young girl when she explored her Mother’s makeup bag. She later discovered her raw talent when she studied makeup in fashion magazines and was able to easily recreate the makeup techniques.

In 2003, after receiving two degrees at Appalachian State University in International Business and Spanish, Heather Renee’ was offered an opportunity to start her career in the beauty industry at Modern Salon & Spa, an Aveda Lifestyle Salon & Spa located in Charlotte North Carolina. Eight years later, utilizing both her talents for makeup and her business education, Heather Renee’ is still thriving with Modern Salon and Spa.

As the Human Resources Director of a Salon Today Top 200 Salon and Spa, Heather Renee’ has a unique blend of knowledge of the business and creative sides of the beauty industry. With a keen eye for beauty makeup and acute organizational skills, she has become a sought after Bridal Makeup Artist in the Carolinas and Georgia. Having grown her makeup business from referrals, Heather Renee’ is now known as the Makeup Artist that serves unspoken wishes on your wedding day.

In 2010 Heather Rene’s talent and experiences earned her the Charlotte’s Top 30 Under 30 Future Leaders of Charlotte Award in. In 2010 and 2011 she has taken her makeup education to the next level by traveling to Denver, Colorado for advanced training.

Heather Renee’ specializes in beauty and bridal makeup and will travel upon request.

Wilhelmina Model Dana Egleston

Beauty Model Chloe Rothschild

Bridal Model Brytny Marquez

Fashion Images & Headshot by Crystal Allen
www.crystalallenphotography.com

Bridal and Beauty Photography by Shauna Intelisano
www.shaunaintelisano.com

Hair by Catherine Roe
www.catherineroe.com

Other samples of Heathers work taken outside of the Portfolio project

Images by Shauna Intelisano, DAM 2010, Model Christine Allen

The Portfolio Project Features Erin Grundemann

Erin Grundemann is a makeup artist whom is actively growing with the Denver Fashion Industry since 2008. Her work consists of bridal, fashion, editorial and avant-garde.Her work has been featured in 303 Magazine, Her Life magazine, and Fashion Model magazine.

In 2000 Erin started her career at Aveda, 11 years later she continues educating herself on Aveda products, style and mission with a strong focus on makeup artistry. Constantly experimenting and innovating, if Erin is not completing courses, on set, or working a fashion show she is studying the marketplace to stay up-to-date on the latest trends & techniques.

In 2008 Erin joined the first Aveda Freelance Artist Team and that is where she met her mentor Rudy Miles. Shortly thereafter she enrolled in the Denver Academy Makeup instructed by Rudy. In these courses she discovered her love and passion for makeup and ignited her career.

In 2009 Erin decided she wanted to take her work to the next level and enrolled in, and graduated from, the cosmetology program at the Aveda Institute of Denver.

In 2010 she received her cosmetologist license and is now able to offer her dual talents to brides, salons, as well as on set working with models, photographers and editorial clients.

For more on Erin’s work follow her on Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/ErinGrundemann

Wilhelmina Model Sophie Gotberg

Wilhelmina Model McKenna Lamos

Model Manda Lee Hesterly

Fashion images and Erin's headshot photography by Crystal Allen
www.crystalallenphotogrpahy.com

Bridal and Beauty Images by Shauna Intelisano
www.shaunaintelisano.com

Hair by Catherine Roe
www.catherineroe.com

Other samples of Erin's work taken outside the Portfolio Project

Portfolio Project Features Sarah Barlow

The Porfolio Project Launch in June 2011 was a success. First featured portfolio is of Sarah Barlow....


Japanese American makeup artist Sarah Barlow has always had a strong artistic flair that is deeply rooted in her childhood and cultural heritage. Coming from a creative and musically inclined family she pursued a degree in art and continues to nurture her painting skills. Sarah recently moved to Denver and enrolled in the cosmetology program at the Aveda Institute where she is working to build a career that stimulates her creativity and passion.

In 2010 Sarah attended the Denver Academy of Makeup (DAM) instructed by world-renowned makeup artist Rudy Miles. During the final day of DAM she saw her work come to life on the set of her first photo shoot and she knew she had found her true calling. Sarah has participated in multiple hair and makeup shows and competitive events to continue growing her craft. Staying active in her field, on top of current trends, and acquiring new techniques through continued education is what makes Sarah’s talent excel and stand out.

Sarah Barlow offers makeup and hair styling services for bridal, print, film and is available to travel.
























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Bridal and beauty Images by Shauna Intelisano www.shaunaintelisano.com
Fashion images by Crystal Allen www.crystalallenphotography.com
Bridal Dresses and Accessories by D'Anelli Bridal www.coloradobridal.com
Hair by Catherine Roe
www.catherineroe.com

Other works of Sarah Barlow taken outside of the Portfolio Project

There is still space available!!

Attention makeup artists...there are a few spots left... so hurry up and apply today!



We hope to work with you in June 2011!!

Application Deadline Extended!!

Per participants requests we are extending the application deadline for the Portfolio Project to Friday May 6th....

Looking forward to seeing you there!!