As a makeup designer and department head, Jeremy Dell’s work has been lauded by his peers over his fourteen year career.

Lyle is a Licensed Hairstylist, Educator and Celebrity Makeup Artist with over 25years experience!

Omar Sfreddo is an Atlanta based Union makeup and special fx artist, body painter and prop builder, with over 20 years experience in the film Industry. After graduating from the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Omar moved to California to work in various Fx shops like Steve Johnson’s Edge Fx, Criáis Fx, Film Illusions, and Global effects. During his time at the various Fx shop's mold and prop departments, he had the opportunity to do work for many feature films which include: Chronicles of Riddick, The Last Samurai, Spiderman 2, Blade 2, Sky High, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and Zathura. Between 2007 and 2017 he headed the art department for one of South Florida’s premier event companies, Forte Entertainment. His time at Forte included making large props, scenic facades, body painting, makeup fx and graphic design for special events. His work has been seen at The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, El Clasico Miami 2017, and Seminole Casino Coconut Creek. Omar’s work can also be seen in ads for Sony, RAV4 commercials, and various independent films. Since moving to Atlanta, GA, in August of 2019, He has worked on several productions including Earthgang music video “Up,” Toby Sells Creature Makeup FX Shop for the film The Tomorrow War, Genius : Aretha , Doom Patrol, GQ and Interview Magazine photohoot for Playboi Carti, HBO limited series DMZ, Tyler Perry's A Jazzman's Blues, Mark Wahlberg's Family Plan , Stargirl season 3, Megalopolis and the upcoming The Piano Lesson.

Melody Lowery is an established, Licensed Esthetician with many years of experience. She attended the International School of Skin and Nails to receive her Esthetic license. She a graduate of the Joe Blasco Makeup Artist Training Center. After graduating from the Makeup Artist Training center, she was hired as a Sales Rep for Joe Blasco Cosmetics. went on to become a Sales Rep for Joe Blasco Cosmetics. She is an alumnus of the Gwynnis Mosby Makeup Academy. Melody has started Esthetics programs at two of the West Georgia Technical College campuses. She has spoken at the National Association of Health Conference. Since receiving her Esthetics license, she has gone on to become laser and oncology certified. She has amassed several Celebrity clientele.

Alex is a freelance makeup Effects artist born and raised in Atlanta. After graduating from Full Sail University in Orlando Florida he attended Cinema Makeup School in Los Angeles a few years later and has never looked back. He spent 6 seasons working at Six Flag Over Georgia in the mold shop preparing prosthetics for the annual Fright Fest and Holiday in the Park events. In addition he has worked on several horror and dramatic films over the years that have been seen across various formats such as Lifetime Movie Network, Amazon Video, and Redbox. He has worked on multiple award winning films such as "Dead By Midnight (11 PM CENTRAL)," "Dark Roads 79," and "Girls Against Humanity."

Marie Thomas - Atlanta-based photographer Marie Thomas has been capturing subjects’ “unique truth” for more than 25 years. Originally from Los Angeles, Calif., Thomas has worked with such celebrities as Toni Braxton, Tyra Banks, Kelly Price and Jermaine Dupri. Her photos have been featured in Ebony, Black Enterprise, Atlanta Magazine, Essence, Seventeen and Elle.com. www.mariethomas.com.

Tessa Rideau, CEO of Artistry Rebirth and International Makeup Artist, is a Louisiana native. She joined the makeup industry May 2005. With over 14+ years experience in makeup, Tessa has had the opportunity to travel worldwide promoting her brand through affiliations such as television and film, Fashion Week, Editorial, and Bridal. She has worked with major networks such as Oxygen, MTV, Fox News, and most recently internationally with IFactory Live Africa. Tessa realized her true passion of teaching fundamental and creative makeup skills and pursued that journey during her career with MAC Cosmetics. She worked at MAC Cosmetics for 10 years, serving as Regional Executive Trainer for 5 years. Developing the skill set of others ignited a desire to establish her own brand. Tessa founded Artistry Rebirth in 2017, a brand dedicated to the success and development of Makeup Artists. It is Tessa’s desire to see the passion for true artistry be reignited and illustrated in EVERY single artist worldwide. Currently residing in Atlanta, GA. Tessa travels to Nigeria and South Africa to participate annually in Beauty Ward West Africa, an exhibition catering to the leading beauty and business entrepreneurs in West Africa.

"Monster" Midian Crosby has been working professionally in movies and media for more than 14 years. She has been on more than 30 feature films, numerous television and other media projects, primarily as a practical special effects and prosthetic makeup artist, but also in costumes and props. Midian founded the award winning Monster Makeup FX studio with her husband Joshua in 2010. Recent films include, Apartment 212, Hoax, Captain Fantastic (starring Viggo Mortensen) and Cop Car (starring Kevin Bacon). Since relocating to Atlanta mid 2017, Midian has worked in the costume department for The Walking Dead, as well as on several other tv shows and films. Midian is a passionate artist with a love for entertainment.

Deidra Hamilton, a native of Alabama has served in the cosmetics and beauty industry for 18 years. She embraced her cosmetics career in 1999 as the Fashion Fair counter manager at Parisians Eastdale Mall in Montgomery Alabama and served as a succesful Counter Manager for 8 years. In 2007 the opportunity was presented to transfer to Atlanta with Parisians where she transferred to Parisians Phipps Plaza in Buckhead Georgia and begin her career with Chanel Cosmetics. Deidra served at Phipps Plaza for almost three years. In 2009 She enrolled in ISSN Esthetics program (the study of skin) to grasps a deeper understanding of the skin, skin care, and its functions. She also had a great following for her makeup skills, education, and artistry on the Issn campus. Even as a student at Issn, Deidra continued to do several Atlanta weddings and freelance work for Chanel at Saks, Neimans, Nordstroms, Macy's, and Dillard's. She graduated in 2010 from International School of Skincare and Nails as a licensed esthetician and one of the top graduates in her class. In 2012 Deidra accepted the position as Chanel Counter Manager at Nordstroms Perimeter Mall in Dunwoody, Ga. When she begin her journey at Nordstroms, the counter was ranked #9 in the department with year end results of $393,000. Current to date the Chanel counter under Deidra's Leadership and team work is #3 in Nordstroms cosmetics department and on the verge of reaching 1 million in sales!! Out of 600 counters nationwide, Deidra was chosen as the #1 Counter Manager of the Year for the entire Chanel Brand (2015-2016) where she attended the Annual Chanel National sales meeting and dined with the Global and National President of Chanel at Ritz Carlton in Amelia Islands. She was also chosen as Chanel regional Southeast counter manager of the year and was awarded an all expense trip to New York City Chanel corporate office. Deidra was selected as Nordstrom Customer Service All Star (2015) which is the highest customer service award extended to a Nordstroms employee.This is also Deidra’s third year as Nordstrom pacesetter which creates 10% of the entire store’s volume (2015 - current). As a business manager, her faith in Jesus Christ, maintaining a positive attitude, and creating a fun, fair, professional work ethic has highly contributed to her success in the cosmetic industry. She is humbled by her loyal multicultural clientale base and extends her services to clients all over the country. Deidra stands by the timeless quote of Maya Angelou..." People will forget what you did, they will forget what you said, but they will always remember how you made them feel".

Synthe is an outstanding airbrush makeup artist, SFX artist, educator and body painter. Capable of creating any look imaginable. Her extensive knowledge in the cosmetic profession and real-life, in-the-trenches business experience began while working with the public through leading retail cosmetic companies. Her work has graced the faces of many legendary artists and entertainers. She has worked in film, video and live production. Though she left retail for corporate America, she continued her career as a free-lance makeup Artist. In June of 2003 before airbrushing makeup, Synthe began body painting. After receiving many requests from beauty professionals who wanted to learn techniques that would broaden their territory, she expanded to the instructional side of this art.

Melissa Karnegis, L.E. is a Licensed Esthetician and Laser Practitioner in the state of Georgia, and an Esthetic Instructor at West Georgia Technical College.

Marnie, a licensed cosmetologist, is also a professional makeup artist, having studied at Cinema Secrets and Vidal Sassoon. Marnie has worked extensively as a key makeup artist and hair stylist for Universal Studios and with the Cimarron Group, and has worked for numerous photographic studios including work with Kevin Hecht, Nadine Belford and Evan MacKenzie. She has also worked with film and television stars such as Nick Cannon and John Cryer. In addition to her years as a film and photographic makeup artist, Marnie has served as a beauty advisor and manager for Lancôme and Prescriptives. Marnie currently serves as the Makeup Specialist at Paul Mitchell The School Atlanta.

Behind every beautiful face lies a great makeup artist. Every fabulous magazine cover is a great Makeup Artist. The stunning look in a commercial and editorial is a great Makeup Artist and one of those great Makeup Artist is Natalie Spencer. Natalie has been the Makeup Artist for the following celebrities: Usher, Ciara, Raven Symone, Dr. Cindy Trimm, Bill Cosby and Cee Cee Winans to name a few. Her magazine covers includes but is not limited to; People Magazine, Essence Magazine, Black Hair Sophisicates, Ebony, Jet and Mazza Hair International Magazine. Natalie whose wand is her makeup brush, transforms faces to stand out on CNN (the Howard Stern show), FOX 5, MTV Made, Harpo Studios, Budweiser, Coke a cola, Turner Classical movies, Walmart, BET, TBN,WSB, Chevrolet and Revlon. Natalie’s talents expand into hair as well giving a total polished look. Natalie teaches makeup at Gwynnis Mosby’s makeup academy offering others the knowledge and opportunity to expand their talents.

Stephanie Anderson Award Winning Body Painter, Theatrical MUA, Special Effects and Fine Artist based in Atlanta.

Theatrical and Special FX MUA, Set/Costume Designer, Murals/Scenic Painter, Educator and Art Director View more of his work here: https://www.instagram.com/robertosartwork

Darla Wigley is a self taught ball of fire with an ever vibrant zeal for the makeup arts. Her 20 years of experience in the fields of special effects and beauty makeup have span from Seattle to Key West. Darla runs a full service studio for film, TV and indie projects, creating everything from basic makeup looks to prosthetics, masks and props. Constantly honing her skills, Darla has even developed her own retail line of prosthetics. Equally skilled in all types of makeup, Horror is dearest to Darla and has brought her quite renown within the haunt industry. She is a regular speaker at haunt tradeshows and seminars. Taking on the task of Key Makeup Artist for a local haunted house, she has taught the team the skills necessary to take them from just a local haunt to a national acclaimed haunted attraction. Darla sees a makeup artist not as someone that just does makeup adding colors to the skin. She sees an artist as one who lives within their craft creating skilled adventures into fantasy, horror and beauty. She loves teaching her skills and visions to others.

Alex Lucas, 25 year veteran in the art of makeup application and design, believes in bringing out the unique qualities of each client by blending shadow and light to capture their individual allure. Alex perfected the looks of countless faces during his years working at Fashion Week in both New York and Miami. As a fine artist, Alex has had art exhibitions from the mid-west and the southeastern US. He works in acrylics, watercolors, pastels, pen and ink, as well as mixed medium. The artwork spans the range from fantasy, portraits, abstracts, landscapes and caricatures. His make-up artistry career has taken across Japan, the Caribbean islands and throughout the United States, Alex’s signature style as a trainer and lead makeup artist has appeared in several arenas including print, television, runway and pageantry. He served as Lead Trainer and International Make-up artist for NARS Cosmetics and works his magic with the cosmetic brands of Dolce and Gabbana, Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Giorgio Armani.

Rosemary Kimble is a seasoned Body Artist specializing in henna tattoos and face and body painting. She has been working professionally since 1997, having one of the longest spanning Henna Artist careers in the US.

As well as a Body Artist she has also been a Costume Artist and Event Planner since 1996. Her work is highly acclaimed and has been featured on the cover of Where Magazines’ Mardi Gras Edition as well as in Jezebel Magazine, Southern Woman and Womens’ Wear Daily. Her latest project, the Body Art Ball, opens Living Art America, the first US international body art festival sanctioned by the World Body Painting Association.

Hana Ali is an award-winning, internationally published makeup artist. In less than two years, she has become one of Atlanta’s most sought after professionals in the industry. Although formerly educated with a B.A, in Communications and a M.A. in Educational Technology, Hana decided in late 2011 to pursue her childhood dreams of becoming an artist and began freelancing part-time which later blossomed into a full-time career. Born and raised in Atlanta, GA, Hana started out practicing her makeup techniques on family and friends. As a self-taught makeup artist, it has been her natural ability, creativity, and talent for makeup that has attributed to her progressive career in such a short amount of time. She currently has over 50 publications to date which include: Bovanti Cosmetics, Nu Expressions & Isabella's Own hair care products, magazines such as Upscale, and Rolling Out,. She’s had the opportunity to work on television shows, commercials, TV pilots, independent films, music videos, with celebrity photographers and stylists, modeling agencies, singers, and actors. She is the co-founder of About Face Beauty Bootcamp in Atlanta, and teaches makeup classes at The Avenue Academy of Beauty & Culture in Chicago, IL. Hana specializes in all genres of makeup including bridal, special effects, beauty, print, & more. She is the co-owner of Beauty Marked, a beauty boutique located in Midtown Atlanta where she services her clientele.