For 22 years, I've had my dream career as a full-time Makeup Artist. MAC Cosmetics was my gateway into this industry professionally and was my home for 7 years. I learned from experienced artists, and outstanding artists that I worked alongside - like Patrick Boltinghouse (Faris). Patrick went on to create this wonderful place and brand Vanity & Glamour Cosmetics! I left MAC and joined him at VG in early 2013. When he decided to switch gears in life and start a farm in Hawaii in 2016, I purchased and took over VG.

I've been honored to do makeup for 1000s of weddings over the years. Along with many photo and video shoots, proms, senior photos, galas and other events, and many Halloweens and holiday events. Some of my MUA career highlights: doing makeup backstage 3 different seasons at New York Fashion Week for designer John Paul Ataker; working on a movie filmed in Iowa: Courting Des Moines (IMDB); and having the opportunity to work with several Presidential candidates, politicians, media personalities, and actors. I've also worked on national commercials, magazines, and ads throughout my career.
As owner of VG Cosmetics, I absolutely have a few favorite products I can't live without - Skin Tint SPF 30, all of the Baked Powders and Blushes, our Ultimate Lip Liner Pencils, Diva Smoothing Serum, and She's All Set Setting & Hydrating Spray.

When I have free time, I love to spend as much time as possible outside enjoying the sun. You can find me drinking coffee, taking walks and little hikes, utilizing my enormous nail lacquer collection, and going to concerts & shows with my husband Nick. We love our cat Rue, who is definitely the center of our lives.