About Linda Kelly - Austin San Antonio Weddings Makeup Makeovers

Linda has worked with several supermodels - including Claudia Schiffer.

Linda has been a professional makeup artist for over 20 years and during that time has performed thousands of makeovers on clients of all ages. Throughout her career she has been a major performer with top fashion cosmetics lines such as Chanel, Yves Saint-Laurent, Givenchy, Borghese, Lancôme, Estee Lauder and Elizabeth Arden to name a few and she holds cosmetology licenses in Texas, Missouri and Hawaii.

The Seventies:
In 1975, Linda moved to Honolulu, Hawaii from the conservative Midwest and for a few years her look was the "au natural" bronze glow makeup look, having discovered the all-in-one makeup called Indian Earth. She later became a spokesperson for Indian Earth Cosmetics, the first mineral makeup, in retail establishments throughout Oahu. Next came the DISCO ERA with glittery eye shadow and lots of eye liner.

The Eighties:
The BIG HAIR and MEGA MAKEUP looks of the 80's inspired Linda to pursue her passion for makeup and the total look by attending Hawaii Institute of Hair Design where she received a Cosmetology Degree in 1985. Linda went on to compete in several hair shows and won various achievement awards for her ability to create everything from the soft and natural camera-friendly look for the blushing bride to the dynamic and dramatic starlet glamour of the silver screen and theatre.

The Nineties:
After thousands of makeovers with some of the top names in the cosmetics industry, Linda branched out from platform artistry to co-manage a glamour photography studio called Fabulous Looks. Linda continued her freelance work and specialized in wedding makeup and photo shoots throughout the Hawaiian Islands. This included a trip to Maui to work with supermodels Cindy Crawford and Claudia Schiffer for a special Revlon event and a live television appearance for Claudia in Honolulu. For the Captain Morgan's Rum poster campaigns Linda utilized waterproofing techniques while working with the shipwrecked beauties and mermaids on the beaches of Hawaii and perfected the "smokey eye" look for Guess model Larissa. Television commercials, print advertising and runway fashion shows kept Linda in full-time, daytime demand, but her creative avant garde makeup artistry soon found its way into the theatre, where Linda spent several seasons working with world-renowned makeup and wig master Richard Stead in the Hawaii Opera Theatre. Linda worked with internationally known opera stars in epic works such as Il Trovatore, La Boheme, Faust, La Traviata, Der Rosenkavalier and Carmen before moving to Texas in 1995.

Today:
Linda uses superb products in her makeup kit and is continually monitoring the cosmetics industry and testing new products for their performance and durability. A spray-on face? That's right! Airbrush makeup is changing the way makeup is applied. Linda uses a pressurized wand to spray on a light mist of special foundation, instantly covering any imperfections for a flawless look that lasts all day. Unique products combined with a special layering process, attention to detail and the ability to listen to her clients are just a few of the reasons Linda is one of the most in-demand makeup artists.

Linda is now teaching AIRBRUSH MAKEUP classes. E-mail Linda at linda@lindakelly.com to learn more about airbrush makeup classes in your area!

Your wedding gown is probably the most beautiful and expensive dress you've ever bought and now you need create "the look" to accompany the dress and the occasion!
Linda offers a personalized service designed to help you discover your preferred makeup colors and style for your special day. Every bride has a unique style and idea for her wedding day. Let me help you bring that idea to reality. A custom face chart with actual makeup colors and a digital photo of you are saved so you'll feel absolutely confident about your look on your wedding day.

Linda goes to your location so you don't have to drive all over town! Linda also has special arrangements in san Antonio with OH! SUSANNAH, an upscale lingerie boutique with full size dressing rooms, to meet with her brides for their bridal portrait makeup applications. OH! SUSANNAH is located at 502 Embassy Oaks, Suite 114, behind Embassy 14 Theatres, just off 281 & Bitters. OH! SUSANNAH has the finest bridal intimates to help you look and feel sensuous on your special day! OH! SUSANNAH also offers a bridal registry for the bride!

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About Linda Kelly - Austin and San Antonio Makeup Artist