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images courtesy of the splendid Steph Carsonflorals by the very talented Katie ElfersI told Steph that Jessica's beauty reminds me of Cher-like back when she was in Moonstruck-? that exotic bone structure, giant almond shaped eyes. Swoon; a makeup artist's dream!

Last week my husband and I celebrated our one year anniversary. I so wish I could say we curled up on the sofa to watch our wedding video, but alas; I cannot. Because we were being very frugal and opted to skip it...

from Mollie: "Kristen had an amazing sense of style that resonated from her makeup to flowers. She got married during "Taste of Cincinnati" weekend, where the wonderful Cindy Wagner took her and her party to shoot pre-wedding pictures...

I probably blog more about mascara than nearly any other product because I have found that most women, myself included. It is one of the only mass market items I am willing to keep in my kit, so it is relatively painless to try different formulas...

We are blushing and we don't even have any makeup on yet. Check this link!http://thelifecastingblog.com/?p=612

Catherine and I hit it off right away and we seem to have a lot in common. We had a great time when she came to the studio. My son Leo was hanging out with us as well and for those of you who have not had the pleasure, he is a shameless flirt. He likes the pretty ladies.I love this shoot...

Thank you Amanda Egan for the great images!

Kristen was a referral by brideface favorite Missy, so I got to do her makeup for that wedding back in August, but Jasmine headed up this one and did a spectacular job bringing out her best.These beautiful images are courtesy of Chad Moon.from Jasmine:"When Kristen and I met for her engagement...

from Penny..."I was really excited to work with Margot. I found out she was my neighbor and we even did her trial at her house since she lived so close to me. Funny thing for Margot was that when I did her trial she had her house on the market...

Leslie had a big, boisterous group; that always makes for a quick day of work for me when it's fun people. Add Steve Zugelter and April Rentz to the mix and you have a party. Leslie's mom, Joy, is so enthusiastic and treated all her vendors like royalty...

photography by Steph Keller; wedding coordination by Your wedding by Jen.What a beautiful setting Steph had to work with-(not to mention the beautiful subject, of course!)Jessica's girls were so much fun and made me feel right at home.I love how these shots capture the lush lashes and nicely...

Kirsten and I met several months ago to have a little mini-trial before signing her contract, and we were amused to learn that her parents live right around the corner from me. That will be a great commute on the day of the wedding...

Brigid Horne Nestor of i do weddings, just launched her brand new boutique! A great resource for brides trying to navigate the treacheraous waters of wedding planning, Brigid has culled all the vendors she has most enjoyed working with over the years...