How to choose your Wedding Makeup Artist

The importance of finding the right makeup artist for your big day

Choosing the right makeup artist for your wedding is about finding someone who resonates with you. Being a makeup artist is one of the most intimate services on a wedding day, we're often the last face you see before you walk down the isle and the person who's energy you'll be surrounded with in the hours leading up to your vows. As a makeup artist its incredibly important for me to connect with the bride, not only so I can understand her vision but so I can match this with her personality and create a radiant, luxurious look that perfectly captures her.

Finding a makeup artist who aligns with your vision and style is key to feeling confident and beautiful on your wedding day, so here are my top 5 tips on how to chose the perfect artist for you.

Tip #1 - Identify your style

If you haven't already got your eye on a potential artist, its helpful to decide on the look you want for your wedding day. Are you more of a no makeup look, maybe a soft glam seems appealing to you or you'd like the full beat and a bold lip. Whatever your style, it will be helpful for you and the artist if you have a couple of reference photos (I wouldn't go more than 3) so that you both know your on the same page.

Tip #2 - Dive into their socials

Having a look through your potential artists social media is a great way to not only see how their work photographs but see if their style aligns with yours. Having your reference photos with you will help you narrow down the selection, and if you find an artist you like feel free to swap out your reference photos to some from their page. This shows the artist you've picked them for a reason and boosts your confidence that your reference photos align with their style.

"I dream of making women not only more beautiful but happier." – Christian Dior

Tip #3 - Trust your gut when it comes to communication

The best bridal makeup artists are not only experienced, they also excel in communication and making everyone around them on the day feel at ease. It's important your artist matches your energy so pay attention to how thoughtfully they respond to messages and how promptly (don't take it to heart if sometimes the reply time is a couple of days, during wedding seasons our days become back to back). Its essential to feel comfortable discussing your preferences with your artist and the right artist will never get offended if you ask to change or tweak something, we just want you to feel like the best version of yourself.

Tip #4 - Weigh up what it means to you

Your wedding day is one of the most photographed events of your life so it's essential that you feel comfortable and content with the choice you make. For some brides, makeup isn't as crucial as the flowers or the 1st dance, whereas for others getting your makeup done one of the most intimate parts of the day. Have a think about the location of your wedding, if its in Sydney but you've found an artist you love in Melbourne are you willing to fly them for your important day? Pay attention to reviews and testimonials from previous brides in their location to get an idea of their skills and reliability. Also pay attention to the feedback on the artists energy as having your makeup done is an intimate experience and you want to share it with someone you're comfortable with.

Tip #5 - Book your bridal preview to find the perfect match

Once you've found a potential artist, book a bridal preview! A bridal preview is a must for any bride choosing a makeup artist in Melbourne. This is the perfect opportunity to see how you and the artist work together and how your vision can be tailored to suit your preferences. A preview is the perfect opportunity to wear your makeup for a full day, test it under different lighting and since you're all glam, why not make a day of it? Being able to meet your artist before the day of the wedding ensures any nerves are calmed in advance and enables you both to see if your desired looks and style work cohesively together.

Choosing a makeup artist who resonates with your vision is essential for feeing confident and beautiful on your wedding day. As a makeup artist, I feel it's so important to connect personally with each bride as it allows me to create a radiant and luxurious makeup look that flawlessly reflects YOU on your special day.

If you'd like to see if I'm the right artist for you, please get in touch!

https://www.serenarose-artistry.com/contact