April 21

WOW WEEK!

Well on the heels of last weeks awesome post.  Being rated one of the HOT 100.  We were asked by two additional publications  to be featured and interviewed.

First, Our Towne Ballston Spa’s Publisher Angela MacFarland asked us to be the featured business for the March issue.  Let me mention that Angela is one of the most motivated and insanely hard-working individuals I have ever met.  Her energy puts me to shame!! Thanks to Angela and Our Towne

http://ourtowneballstonspa.com/blog/2010/03/10/featured-business-make-me-fabulous/.

Next Jessica Painter, a writer for the Albany Wedding Planning Examiner, asked us some truly in depth and heartfelt questions about our business and the result was fabulous!

http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-40366-Albany-Wedding-Planning-Examiner~y2010m3d12-Making-you-fabulous-for-your-wedding-day

Now for “the wedding of the decade”  in the Capital District.  Two wedding sweethearts JP Elario of Joe Elario Photography and Kris Ann Blanchette of Fleurtacious Designs. Ok so,  I was really excited for this wedding.  My husband asked why, so I thought about it for a minute and realized that I really knew both the bride and the groom and just think the world of them both.

Well, JP kept telling me to do Kris Ann’s hair down and Kris Ann had this elegant side bun with feathers and a birdcage veil in mind.  Worlds apart.  I knew we couldn’t compromise, so I would have to find a way to do BOTH!  I don’t usually have so much of the groom’s input when styling my brides!

So I convinced Kris Ann to do the down style for the First Meet and we decided that just before going down the aisle we would change it to her vision.  I would have about half an hour after the first meet, before the ceremony to do this…PRESSURE SET IN.

Photo by Jessica Claire
Photo by David Michael Schmidt

Let me say,  Spending the day with the Elario and Blanchette families was amazing.  They were all so appreciative and grateful for the efforts of myself and senior makeup artist Suzan Truax. They treated us soooo well!

So here are the results.  Special accolades go out to Al Woodard for his video that made the whole entire capital region cry.

http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.joeelariophotography.com%2Four-wedding-sneak-peek-al-woodard-style%2F&h=21bc64e3b108b5cd708de5ca8a27952c

I have clients come in who don’t even know the bride and groom , that say they watched it and cried.  Also to David Michael Schmidt  of Renaissance who is not only an amazing floral designer, but takes some seriously beautiful photos!!

Mr. and Mrs. Elario and Alayne

I did so much planning to make sure it all went off without a hitch, that it actually helped me to be fabulous too. I had to have myself, out fit, jewelry, shoes, etc. all planned out and with me at 8:30 am when we started the whole process.  A big Thank You to Something Bleu Bridal.  Denise,  Allison and Terri blew me away! I have never gotten so many compliments on a dress in my life.  They spent so much time helping me pick out a dress and making sure it fit perfectly.  Not to mention the jewelry, and fur stole Denise let me borrow from her own personal arsenal.

Next week, I have been asked to do some commercial styling for video shoots for The American Cancer Society. I’ll report that soon!

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March 7

Hot 100

Make Me Fabulous has been selected as one of the

HOT 100 Salons in America by Beauty Entertainment Magazine. 

 A link to the February Issue in which we were selected is below.  We were lucky # 77. See the entire list on pages 58 and 59

 http://flipflashpages.uniflip.com/2/19944/50970/pub/

Selected salons are chosen from an overall industry base of nearly 250,000 salons in the country.
Steven and Annie Casciola, Salon City founders and publishers and editors of the magazine,  Annie Casciola explained how they arrived at the final HOT 100, “Salon City rates its HOT 100 salon choices by their media artistry, popularity with their clients, involvement in the community, peer respect,  and industry branding
“Not everyone we like makes our HOT 100 list, but these did. They are talked about and they know what it takes.” Casciola stated. “The HOT 100 are really excellent role models. They represent so many other fine salons and they are the most popular and positively committed beautymakers in America.

Dare I say it…FABULOUS!

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February 25

The Elegant Owl

Recently one of MMF’s weddings was featured on a new gorgeous wedding blog called  The Elegant Owl  “Daily Wedding Inspiration for the Elegant Bride.”

 The wedding of Ashley and Rich photographed by Matt Ramos. The great thing about this couple is that their parents are long time family friends and even had videos of the two of them playing in the bathtub when they were babies.  Well the two of them reunited and unexpectedly fell in love at an inpromptu get together of the two families in Boston.  The rest is history!

 What a beautiful couple.  Not to mention, two of Ashley’s bridesmaids are going to be MMF brides in 2010.

http://elegantowl.blogspot.com/2010/02/real-upstate-new-york-wedding-ashley.html

Photo by Matt Ramos Photography

Photo by Matt Ramos Photography

Samantha, creator of  the Elegant Owl.  Was a former MMF bride herself in October 2009.  She was so impressed with our services that we have earned 

“Owl Approved Vendor Recognition”  

Here are a few photos of Samantha’s vintage inspired wedding. 

SO FABULOUS.  

 
 
 

Samantha Hamilton "The Elegant Owl"

 

 

Samantha Hamilton "The Elegant Owl"

And a bit about Samantha herself:

Why, I’m the owner of SHWeddings! The Elegant Owl was born out of my love of owls and all things imaginative, colorful and classic(with a twist). When I’m not absorbing new and creative ideas, I’m dedicated to my wonderful clients at SHWeddings and snuggling on the couch with my incredibly supportive husband and cute-as-can-be dog, Lola.

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February 18

Spirit of Saratoga

Ok yeah, I am slowly updating pictures from our old blog posts, but this was too exciting to miss. Just after Christmas I received a phone call telling me I had been chosen to be featured in The Saratogian’s Bridal Issue of their monthly magazine “Spirit of Saratoga.”  The catch, I was in black sweat pants, comfy, but holey and covered in paint and the shop was in total disarray since we were repainting. Not to mention that I was leaving for the Dominican Republic in two days ( A gift from my very fabulous client Nancy.)

Well the interview was conducted over the phone and I asked the editor to contact my good friend and fabulous photographer JP at http://www.joeelariophotography.com/blog for photos of me for the article, cuz there was no way I was up for a photo shoot anytime soon.

Well it gets better… While looking at JP’s ever famous blog… the editors fell in love with a couple strolling down Broadway … Our January 2nd Bride Val Hamel and her husband Eric.  Ahhh, here is the best part…Val and Eric were chosen to be the cover of the magazine!!!

Here is the article and the photo of the amazing cover couple

http://marketplace.saratogian.com/SS/Page.aspx?sstarg=&facing=false&secid=77146&pagenum=31

Spirit of Saratoga February 2010

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February 7

What’s the deal with Matte

As you know Bare Minerals has launched a new product called bare minerals matte. Now before I get into the benefits and differences between the matte and the original, I would like to give some attention to the packaging. Genius!!!  How many times have you dropped your jar and the entire contents spills all over the floor; or you throw it in your purse and when you open it up all the powder is in the lid!  Well now we have “click, lock, go”. Why did we not think of this sooner? Now when you throw the container in your purse or drop it,  the powder stays in the bottom, no more mess!  

Now for the two main differences between the new matte formula and the original. The matte formula contains no mica. Mica can be very reflective. This is why we did not use the original formula for weddings. Second, the matte formula contains active soil complex. Active soil complex does amazing things for your skin. From evening out skin tone to helping decrease the dimension of your pores. I also find that you get more coverage with the matte formula. However if you have dry skin you may want to stick with the original formula.

We have been testing  Matte with some of our photographers over the past 6 months and we are happy to say that it photographs beautifully!

Congratulations Bare Minerals on another amazing product!  (Review by Jessica, bridal coordinator and product junkie)

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February 4

2010 IS GOING TO BE FABULOUS

So we finished off last year with 208 weddings.  Our biggest year ever.  It was sooooo fun.  Our team and our brides were all so amazing.  Our Bridal Coordinator, Jessica, really kicked into hi-gear in the later half of the year.     We could NEVER have done it without her perseverance and dedication.  I still have to force her to take a day off, because she is so afraid a bride will call and have questions  and she doesn’t want to miss a thing!!  So I am trying to force her to take some time to finally go on her own honeymoon before next wedding season is upon us, wish me luck!    

In addition for 2010,  we have made Suzan Truax  not only our Senior Makeup Artist, but she is also taking on more management responsibilities.  With so many commercial projects, weddings, wholesale companies, employees, operational tasks, fabulous customers, and a secret project in the works.  I am feeling a bit overwhelmed.  Suzan has been with me for over 15 years and understands how we a MMF operate.  So it was a very easy transition for Suzan.

I’m gonna keep you updated on some year-end weddings, commercial projects and product updates in the coming weeks so stay tuned!!

 I hope you enjoy the new website and blog.  Let me know if you find anything we need to correct or tweek!

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January 30

September – November 2009

11/18/09
Sorry I haven’t been around…sooo busy.  Erin had a baby girl!!!  Reilly, more than a week early.  September and October were crazy with so many amazing weddings and we are close to reaching our goal of 200 weddings this year.  We are making sure all of them are FABULOUS!  Also,  we’re working on a new and improved website.  I hope to have it up in the next couple weeks.  So stay tuned for so much more!!!

10/18/09
As I write this, my thoughts are with our makeup and hair artist Erin, who is in labor for her second baby girl.  Erin and I were introduced by her now husband Neil.  A producer and director at that time for Time Warner and now for SUNY.  That was more than 4 years ago and Erin has become such a huge part of the MMF team since then.  She even planned this pregnancy around wedding season!! How committed is that!! Erin has so much energy, her belly grew and grew this season, but Erin was unstoppable.  Taking on as many last minute projects as we needed her too. Commited to her brides and clients. Brides would say to me, “we love Erin.”  I would say. “I know, I know, everyone does.”  She was almost upset with me when I told her I wouldn’t be booking her any weddings on halloween.  Her due date was November 2nd.  So I wanted to post some of Erin’s fabulous work and wish her a happy healthy delivery!

Lelia by Heather Bohm- Tallman

Lelia By Heather Bohm Tallman

Lelia by Heather Bohm Tallman

Kate By Joe Elario Photography

Sarah by Niki Rossi Photography

2010 Colondar Cover

10/01/09
 Hi guys, In addition to all of our normal stuff, I have been on an intense research project.  Next week, I go in and train a bunch of reporters and anchors on hi-def makeup for TV. This includes analyzing them on TV now and finding out what they use. Researching the internet and playing with products that would look better.  Meeting with the reporters and anchors to teach them how to do it themselves and break some very old camera habits.  Working within the station’s budget. Then testing it under the stations lighting and signal.  And finally reviewing and tweeking with feedback after I and management review them on camera with their new looks. I’ll keep you posted.  Thanks to all the makeup lines and consultants at MAC, Bobbi Brown, Makeup Forever, Sephora and of course our own Bare Escentuals and Kevin Aucoin who gave samples for us to evaluate.The 2010 Colon Club Colondar is out and as you may or may not know it is a special project I work on every year. Well, I have been asked back fro 2011!! I was already booked with weddings, so Erin, who also helped out for 2010, will be filling in when I can’t be there, and I will be making some guest appearances and food sampling of course.  They always feed us so well on this shoot!

Photos by www.markmccarty.com and Troy Burns of www.behancommunications.com and available at http://www.thecolonclub.com

Jillian

Andrew

Don

Heidi

Shawn

Candace

David

Lori

Joe

Evelyn

Trish

Eric

9/09  Corporate Stuff
This week I’m gonna show ya some of the corporate stuff we have been working on lately.  Here in Upstate NY or Smallbany, as some of us affectionately refer to it as, we do lots of corporate or commercial styling.

Karen BeforeKaren After

Karen After

  Karen after for all her real estate promotional materials by

www.pachterphoto.com

 

 

The following photos were taken for the NYS Bar Association by www.jefffoley.com. Both MMF senior makeup artist Suzan Truax and I worked on this project over a 3 day span all over the Capital District.  The team at the Bar Association, the attorneys themselves and photographer Jeff Foley were all Fantastic to work with.  Jeff kept saying of the samples he printed.  “Look at this, and NO photoshop.” Those words are like music to my ears!

Foley Photography

Foley Photography

Foley Photography

Foley Photography

 Also this week, I took an amazing color class from the North American Hairstyling Awards 2008 Colorist of the Year, John C. Simpson. John is an educator in hair coloring, cutting, and also a makeup artist. His techniques and formulations will forever change the way I color hair.  Thanks John,  You are Fabulous!!  www.johncsimpson.com

John C. Simpson

 

9/07/09
Ahhh, a day off.  Labor Day.
A great day to blog about the summer’s happenings at MMF.  Let’s go back to Memorial Day.  The start of summer.  I worked for two days with a great Bride, Vanita Dharan. I met her and her dad at the Glen Sander’s Mansion bridal show last January. Vanita’s dad was as excited about the wedding as Vanita.  He went to India and purchased all her jewelry, and clothing for the two day event.  He would send Vanita photos of the outfits via iphone for her approval from India.  The colors are so different from traditional american weddings, very colorful and vibrant.  Take a look.  I get many questions as to whether or not I know how to do makeup and hair for different nationalities.  Well look at how beautiful Vanita turned out!!

 

 

Hair and Makeup by Alayne

and how about these amazing photos taken by Bruce and Wanda Curtiss of www.imagineportraitstudio.com.  This little bride of Asian decent was so adorable.  She had Suzan our Senior Makeup Artist create two looks for her. She loved, loved, loved sparkle.  The photos are so glamourous, but not over done. Just fabulous!

 

 

Photo by Imagine

 

Photo by Imagine

 It seems that I have worked on a couple projects concerning domestic violence.  This project which I did years ago called for a model that was of mixed race. This project was for the NYS Office for the prevention of Domestic Violence. Even though she was supposed to look upset.  It was hard to hide how beautiful she truly is.  She is actually the director of the agency’s own daughter.

Photo by Bill Murphy

 Oh and lets not forget working with kids.  This summer my goddaughter Carlie was once again chosen by Jen Jen Clothing and Nikki Rossi Photography to be a model for some of Jen Jen’s print advertising and fall line of childrens’ clothing.  I just love Carlie’s little pink toes in the following photo.  Carlie is really starting to enjoy her photoshoots.  Nikki thinks she is a real natural.

 

 

Phot by Niki Rossi Photography

 

Photo by Niki Rossi Photography

 

Photo by Niki Rossi Photography

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January 30

August 2009
Also this summer I worked with Michele Riggi, Chairman, of the Saratoga Springs Dance Museum on her Shania Twain inspired look of “Feel Like a Woman. ” For the induction of Tommy Tune into the Dance Museum’s Hall of Fame and Gala on Broadway. This year, since my schedule was so full the day of the festivities.  Michele and I agreed that I would teach her how to do her makeup and hair herself for the Gala.  Her dress was also fitted and designed with the help of Something Bleu Bridal’s owner, Denise Eliopolus. Who also attended the festivities and had her hair and makeup done by Me.  Photos can be viewed at Imagine Portrait Studio’s website and blog @ http://www.imagineportraitstudio.com/blog/?p=33.Michele did a “fabulous” job and I couldn’t have done better myself.  She is an excellent student, chairperson, organizer, performer, fund raiser.  This woman is nothing short of amazing.

8/23/09 
I know that I haven’t been bloggin’ as much as I would like, so I thought I’d let you know why and what we have been up to.   In addition to our wonderful loyal customers at the shop, brides around the capital district and beyond.  We have been working on several commercial projects.

 First Off a last minute satellite project for Larry King Live.  Sasha a long time friend of JFK Junior, whose photos appeared in People Magazine recently was on Larry King Live and taped right here in Albany, NY.  Erin, senior hair and makeup artist worked on this project. Next, I have some photos while on set for you, that I thought you may find fun.
Myself, Lorant and Eric shooting a calendar produced by “On The Avenue” magazine for an upcoming calender of well…Hotties. The calendar will promote the need to stop domestic violence.
 On this video shoot, we had to create an old world feel of Hippocrates and then later in the shoot turn the same actor into a modern day doctor. 

   
On this shoot,  Suzan our senior makeup artist and I worked over a two week period creating video, print and billboards for upcoming promotions for St. Peter’s Hospital.   It was a very intense and rewarding project.In addition, I have been working on a television pilot called, “On The Lake.” Most of the scenes we have shot have been in and around Lake George.  Not only have we been doing green screen interviews, but also character work. Did you know that the Fort William Henry has many ghost sightings!!Also, The final stages of a PBS documentary called “An American General.” http://www.talonfilms.com/ag-trailer.htmlI began working with the producers of this documentary probably 4 years ago.  I was glad that they called me back in to help them finish the project.And all this over just a few short weeks. So hopefully you will forgive me for not keeping you as updated as usual.
8/10/09A tale of two brides, One at the Sagamore and one in Rensselaer.  An hour and a half apart. On the same day!Kelly and Ashley. I fell in love with them both!  I wanted to be there for both of them.  So I made it happen.  I had teams of three artists in addition to me on both ends, in case anything happened.  Then I previewed both brides and also gave them preview sessions with my other artists to duplicate my work, just in case.  Well, I went to the Sagamore in the morning and made Ashley look like a real life Barbie, as one of our artists said.

 
Photos by Melanie Gazaway  

  
As our artists finished up the other attendents in Ashley’s wedding my other team was getting Kelly’s attendents ready.  Ashleys maid of honor booked that exact team for her wedding next year on the spot!!Anne had started Kelly’s hair and Sue had all her colors laid out for me to do her makeup.  So I finished her hair and applied her makeup just prior to her photographer arriving.  The day went off without a hitch and I call it the the day I was in two places at once!! With the help of  6 MMF additional artists.  Great team, Great Brides!

Hair by Anne and Me.  Makeup by Alayne. Photos by Christina Primero  

  Hair by Anne and Me.  Makeup by Alayne. Photos by Christina Primero

  
Well the day before, I had Melissa.  I love Melissa she reminds me of myself.  So wanting to please others.  She is one of the kindest brides I have ever had.  We worked for several months growing and reshaping her brows so they were perfect for her wedding.She was really worried about her curls falling out, so I came up with another plan.   I went to Longfellows in the morning, curled her hair, left it in the curls, and did her makeup.  Then I was off to the Sagamore again to do another bride’s makeup.  Then I returned to Longfellows to finish Melissa’s hair and touch up her makeup just before her photographer  www.imagesbymoak.com arrived.  I love Melissa’s exotic eyes.  They are amazing!Did I mention that I put $75 in gas in my car in just two days!!
 
 

  

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January 30

July 2009
7/23/09This is why you should hire MMF to do your hair and makeup.  NUF Said!

Alaina’s before and after photos by www.pachterphoto.com and Alayne.
7/18/09Anne located a beautiful referral on www.yelp.com from one of our upcoming brides.  Samantha S. Take a look at her experience at MMF…Chicago, IL

4/5/2009

I had my hair/make-up preview session here on Saturday and I was really nervous about it because while their website makes the team at MMF seem awesome, I was going into the appointment with no referrals or seeing any reviews of the salon.

However, I was blown away by the talented ladies at MMF. Owned by Alayne Curtiss (who’s truly a sweetheart), this little tiny boutique beauty salon hires only the best. Most of the employees are freelancers, and my make-up artist Nicole was just that … an artist. She was actually an art minor is college and custom blended all my colors and such. I’m not gonna lie. I looked freakin’ amazing when she was done with me. She asked what I wanted, to which I replied, “Kind of glam, but I want to look like myself.” She made my eyes pop like no one’s business, and I still looked like myself, just better. I was so impressed. Not to mention she’s beyond nice and easy to work with. I’m a freak about my eyes, and when things (like eyeliner) come toward them, I freak out. Nicole was able to get me to do eyeliner UNDER my eyes as well as wear mascara. You don’t understand how big this accomplishment is.

On to my hair. Ann was my stylist, and holy crap is this girl nice. She pulled out a style that was exactly what I wanted, and when I spoke up because something didn’t look right to me, she’d fix it and say, “Hun, I can do whatever you what … as long as you’re happy.” I was thrilled with my super awesome side up do that was more red carpet and less “It’s my junior prom.”

If you’re in need of hair and make-up services for a special event, this place ain’t cheap, but it’s worth every penny (especially if you plan to be photographed the entire event). They can come to your house and/or wedding day location, or for a reduced fee, you can go to their boutique salon (which is decorated with a shabby chic motif … so cool). Either way, you’ll be getting fabulous service, and I’m so excited about working with them on my wedding day in September.

Check it out yourself at:  http://www.yelp.com/user_details_review_search?userid=P7xg8Y3W1VNblreXqHcUJQ&q=mmf

Also this past week we were contacted to shoot a segment of the “Larry King Live Show” via sattelite from Albany.  The guest was Sasha a long time friend of JFK Junior whose photos of her lost friend appeared in PEOPLE magazine recently .  We had 1.5 hour notice and assigned Erin to the job.

I also did some video  and print work at Gilda’s Club in Latham, NY.  Gilda’s is a not for profit organization that gives men, women, and children who are victims of cancer of all kinds…comfort, support, fun, and educational programs.  I am always so humbled whenever I work with cancer patients.

I also did a shoot that had me do some character makeup and acting myself.  Ok it was a teeny tiny bit part in which I pretended to be a patient to a modern day Hippocrates.

Beginning next week, Suzan and I will be doing a 5 day shoot which takes place over a couple weeks for Saint Peter’s Hospital. 
7/5/09My God Daughter Carlie had another photoshoot.  This time she was invited by photographer Niki Rossi at www.nikirossiphotography.com/blog to model for a client Jen Jen designs. A children’s clothing designer from California.  Well check out the photos.  The designer loved them and decided to use some of the following photos for an upcoming ad campaign.  Of course, I offered to be the stylist for her shoot.

   
   

The thing I am most blown away by is that my first baby in now in High School.  Although she and I are always going in our own directions, she is a teenager now and not that interested in what her parents think, this is what I love about her…

She is very committed to her academic grades and managed to be on the Principal’s list all through middle school while taking mostly advanced courses.  She remains committed to all of her sports teams, which included soccer, lacrosse and basketball.  She is a good girl with an honest soul, a little like her mom even though she would kill me for saying that!! 

 
 

6/28/09

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January 30

June 2009
6/28/09As many of you may or may not know, Our own Bridal Coordinator, Jessica has been planning her own spectacular wedding, which took place on June 20th, 2009 at the Sagamore Resort in Lake George.  Kudos also go to Kris Ann of  www.fleurtacious.com . Who did an amazing job of floral design and had vibrant purple orchids everywhere!  Tim and Dana Schaeffer of www.theclassicimage.com also did an amazing job of capturing the days events and we barely knew they were there. 
 This photo is of myself and hair stylist Anne, multitasking.  I am finishing Jessica’s mom while Anne does my hair for the wedding.  You see, I usually always miss the ceremony of every wedding I attend, because I am getting the bride and attendants ready.  But Jessica sat down and refused to get married unless I was ready and able to attend.  And boy am I glad she did, because, the view of the lake just beyond Derek and Jessica as they said their vows was breathtaking. 
 6/28/09
As many of you may or may not know, Our own Bridal Coordinator, Jessica has been planning her own spectacular wedding, which took place on June 20th, 2009 at the Sagamore Resort in Lake George.  Kudos also go to Kris Ann of  www.fleurtacious.com . Who did an amazing job of floral design and had vibrant purple orchids everywhere!  Tim and Dana Schaeffer of www.theclassicimage.com also did an amazing job of capturing the days events and we barely knew they were there.  This photo is of myself and hair stylist Anne, multitasking.  I am finishing Jessica’s mom while Anne does my hair for the wedding.  You see, I usually always miss the ceremony of every wedding I attend, because I am getting the bride and attendants ready.  But Jessica sat down and refused to get married unless I was ready and able to attend.  And boy am I glad she did, because, the view of the lake just beyond Derek and Jessica as they said their vows was breathtaking.   

 I ran into an old friend this wedding season, who photographed our first cover model.    

 Michael Gallitelli of www.metrolandphoto.com.  He is such a trip and his assistant Nancy is a doll.  Michael sent me a few spectacular photos recently the first two are of recent brides and the third is our former cover model Jaime Cyjka. (as soon as I locate Jaime’s photo in my pile of CD’s, I promise to post it). Each year since Jaime we pick one of our brides to appear in all of our advertising.  Could you be this years MMF cover model?
 
 
06/11/09
Hi Guys, I know it has been several weeks since I last blogged, so sorry.  We have carefully orchestrated 16 weddings in the past 3 weeks plus a 3 day location shoot.  So much to tell!!First Adrienne, photographed by Jenn and Brian of www.imagesbymoak.com.  Ok so on my way to Adrienne’s I almost set my car on fire and was still early.  We won’t talk about how.  I’ll just keep that one to myself!  After that we had a really fun morning.   I did Adrienne’s hair and makeup.  You can’t even tell that we have tons of extensions in her hair!!

   
     
Jenn Moak had to send me this photo…look at my face.  That veil is going nowhere
Next we had such a fun time with Erin, she is gorgeous, a recent law graduate, and a class act all around!! Her photographer Louis Torres of www.foreverplatinum.com was super  as always and was with Erin the entire day.  In the middle of doing Erin’s long beachy waves, She realized she hadn’t picked up her dress, so she went and got it!! From our friends at Immortal Beloved/Something Bleu Bridal Boutique.  Didn’t the owner Denise show up to dress Erin herself, as soon as she was finished with her clients at her boutique.

 

Louis also took a few photos of ME!  Check out our new MMF T-shirts!!

 
 Next Sara Curcio, photographed by our friends at www.joeelariophotography.com.   Sara’s mom was my gym teacher and her dad lives about a mile down the street from us.  So I was so excited when she asked us to be a part of her wedding.  She decided over a year ago to have all her preparations done at the boutique in Ballston Spa.  Back then we forgot about the annual Memorial Day parade that goes right down the middle of Ballston.  So just days before the wedding we were all calling bridesmaids and artists alike to arrive early and find alternate places to park.  Well everything went off without a hitch and Sara jumped out of my chair to have a picture taken with a storm trooper from Star Wars who wandered into the shop. Hair and Makeup by Alayne.

 
   

  

 

  

   
 The 2010 Colondar
I was invited back this year to do makeup for the Colondar, a national calendar that selects 12 survivors of colon cancer under the age of 50 each to represent a month and also tell their story of survival. It is am amazing weekend.  Each year I come home feeling very fortunate and realize that my “stuff” isn’t really “stuff” at all.  More importantly I meet some of the most amazing people and work with an amazing bunch of professionals.   Molly and Hannah, founders of the www.colonclub.com  

Troy Burns, from www.behancommunications.com, the sickest graphic designer and  photoshopper, with the largest i-tunes selection I have ever seen.  

Mark McCarty, www.markmccarty.com an amazing commercial photographer.  

Simon Biswas, www.simonbiswas.com, Marks’s assistant and the funniest little bastard I ever met.  He makes me laugh!!  

Tammy and Todd Colliti, Todd a colon cancer survivor and model himself, he and his wife now cook for us all weekend long!!  
   

Erica, Cover model for the past 6 years and my roomate for the past two.  

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

Krista, Our house mother!  

Mr and Mrs. McMaster, hosts to all.  

This year I got caught behind a power outage and electrical wires down all over just 1.3 miles from our location.  No way in except by boat (somes models took this route) or personal escort from the National Grid Guy through the power lines. ( I took this route) where Hannah and Mrs. McMaster were waiting for me at 11:00 o’clock at night!! It’s always an adventure .  

This year Erin of MMF helped out so I could be there for Kelly Choppy and Laura Stange’s weddings.  Erin actually got to do the 2010 cover shot.  

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