My life consists of working and going to school. There really is no room for anything else right now. Any off time I may have, I am hellbent on seeing Jordan. I attend school for skincare Tuesday - Friday for 8 hours. By the time I get home, I am exhausted. People have the tendency to think this line of work is “fluff” work, but if I don’t take care of someone’s face and learn the layers of the skin, medical conditions or the correct way to use high frequency, I could hurt someone. Or I could give them bruises or scarring. It is a lot of learning crammed into 8 hours and I love every second of it. This week’s agenda? Waxing! I of course cannot wait for the makeup portion of my learning. Super excited.
When the makeup category during the Oscars came on, I said, “That’s going to be me someday!” Jordan squeezing my hand was encouragement that I can do whatever I set my mind to. Chic Studios in NYC has a 4-week program for professional makeup artistry that includes an add-on program. I always thought I wanted to work in fashion runway and editorial makeup but after working on my friend’s music video, I am torn between that and TV and music video makeup. I think any makeup course contributes to understanding the contours of the face and where the highlights should be. There is also a professional portfolio photo shoot included in the 4-week course. The total package is around $3000. That may seem like a lot; however, it is far less than a lot of the other schools I have been looking at. I think an esthetics’s license and a professional makeup artistry certificate would really boost my credibility.
Sorry I have been so MIA lately. I will try to blog more about beauty and skincare and all of the interesting things I learn at school. And as always, thanks for reading.
Forgive me for not writing in what seems like ages. I have been extremely busy with school, work and whatever else life throws at me. But don’t fret! I am here to update you on my busy, but extremely fulfilling life. :)
I started school 2 weeks ago. It’s so weird to be back in a college environment but I love it. I was apprehensive about the people I would meet because upon visiting my last trade school, let’s just say the students looked like they could eat their born. Anyway, thank God for Rikkilee. I met her at the BonTon and we embarked on this journey together.
Upon walking into the building, I already loved it. The way the school is decorated and set up is amazing. Now, when I walked into the room where orientation was, I was elated. I love people who are not afraid to express themselves and the room was filled with them. Tattoos, piercings, hair every color of the rainbow. Dear God! I have died and gone to creativity heaven.
Let me explain something. The way I look on the outside is not the way I feel on the inside. I will say the time I felt most ME was when I had a Joan Jett haircut and my nose pierced. There is an indie alternative girl inside of me screaming to get out. If any of you know me, you know what I mean.
For example, when I went to California with my best friend B, her outfits were always so edgy and cool and every single thing I put on just made me look pretty. “What’s wrong with people telling you you’re pretty?” Ugh. I hate it. I want people to look at me and be like, “SHE is SO cool!” like I did with so many girls on the day of orientation. My first step? New hair. Mine is such a snore. I have an appointment on Wednesday to get fun color in it but I may just tell him to cut it too. We shall see.
Next thing? Tattoos. I am getting another one. I won’t leak where or what but it’s so cute. My mom already yelled at me about getting more and my boyfriend isn’t really a fan of them either; however, I tend to do what I want in regards to my body. It’s MY body after all.
I also got accepted to be a M.A.C Cosmetics Pro Student! Now, what does this mean? Well, let me just say if I lived in NYC, it would be way more awesome because I could take advantage of so many more things; however, for now 20% off of their line and student kits is a pretty good deal for me. I just need to quit buying things I don’t need so I can save some cash for a starter kit.
That is all for now. :) I just felt the need to write and this is where I do it. For now, I need to study. Happy Monday!
Deliciousness for My Ears
I am so obsessed with this website. I cannot stop listening. It’s a music site with a variety of different playlists created by different people. It’s like a peek into a stranger’s music library. :) And by the sounds of some of these people’s lists, we would be best friends if we ever met in real life.
Tomorrow is my last day working at the Estée Lauder counter at the Bon Ton. It’s weird. As much as I have wanted this for so long, the coming day makes me sad. The people I have met and the friends I have made will be with me forever. My family keeps telling me that I can pop in and say, “Hello,” whenever I want; however, it is certainly not even close to being the same as working an 8-hour shift with them. I was with the people I work with more than I was with my own family. They have seen me cry, they have been the reason for a lot of my laughter and they have provided me with so many wonderful memories. As much as I hate to say goodbye to them, I know in the end it is what I must do in order to continue on the path of my dreams.
On that note, I am finally going back to school to get licensed in skincare. Finally having a license is going to open so many new doors for me. This is just Step 1. I eventually want to attend makeup school in NYC; however, I am taking life as it comes and I know this is a great starting point.
The school I am attending is Douglas Education Center. It is very well-known for the Tom Savini Special Make Up Effects Program. If you aren’t familiar with Tom Savini, some of his more popular credits include Friday the 13 and Dawn of the Dead. Although I am not attending that program, I am still proud to be attending the institution.
I know this is the best thing for me and I see only good things in my future. I wouldn’t be anywhere without the people who support me. I love each and every one of you with my whole heart. Thank you for believing in me and encouraging me to follow my dreams.
I would like to introduce the world of Tumblr to the band, Beyond Daylight. One of my best friends is the lead singer and gave me the privilege of being on set as their makeup artist. It was a 12 hour day; however, seeing the finished product was certainly worth all the time we put it in. These guys are good. I’m not just saying that because I know them either. I have known plenty of musicians; however, if they aren’t good - I won’t promote them. Common sense.
I see good things happening for them so keep your eyes and ears open and please - take a listen and spread the word to friends if you like them.
My friends, they are so beautiful.
Friends are pretty much everything, the squish in our organs, the crinkles in our smiling faces, the decadent fun in shared adventures and secret promises. .:Lisa Kennedy Montgomery:.
I have met a lot of people in my life. They always start as strangers until something clicks and we realize we had no idea how we lived so long without this person. This person who understands you so well and has so much in common with you. This is an ode to the people who accept me exactly as I am and support me and love me unconditionally. You have all saved my life at one time or another.
The people I have met in my life are beautiful. I may not talk to them as often as I like. I may not be able to meet them every Friday afternoon for coffee, but there is a corner of my heart where they all live. They keep my heart beating because they have fixed it so many times when I was feeling sad, dejected or angry in any way; however, they have also filled it with so much life. My friends are my cardiologists. They keep my heart pumping.
I am not always an easy person to be around. I am stubborn and sometimes I don’t want to hear what is best for me. Sometimes I hurt so much that I can’t hold my tears in any longer. Sometimes I have no fight left in me and all I want to do is give up. Whether it be a broken heart or a setback on following my dreams, the people in my life pick me up when I am broken and put me back together again.
They’re all an inspiration to me. They’re starting their own happily ever afters, working 5 jobs, pushing for dreams in Brooklyn, recording their first music video or simply being exactly who they are meant to be no matter what anyone says. I feel like they all have sprinkled a little bit of themselves onto me. It’s like no matter what, they’re always with me and that keeps me calm at times I really need it.
So to my friends, I may not see you as often as we would like but that doesn’t mean you aren’t constantly in my thoughts. I wish you all happiness in love, life and work. Remember, when you are beaten or sad, someone is thinking of you always. Do not let your past dictate your future and remember that every morning is a new day to start anew. I love each and every one of you without fault and unconditionally always.
