Gia Marie Waits / Makeup Artist

About

Bio

Award-winning international makeup artist whose speciality lies in diversity and the ability to develop and execute full spectrum of styles and variety of concepts. Featured in international fashion brand campaigns and published in Vogue Italia, Vogue Turkey, Sunday Circle, EBM Magazine, Dreamingless magazine (cover). Over 10 years of experience as a freelance artist as well as working with world-renowned brands such as Tom Ford, Nars, Chanel, Dior, Sisley and MAC Cosmetics. For the past two years joined a new venture in the beauty business solution (B2B) as a Creative Director & Head Makeup Artist.

Education

Graduate of LA College of Creative Arts in Fashion & Photographic Makeup with Distinction and Special Achievement Award. Knowledge and skill set as well as industry awareness is constantly kept up-to-date by attending major beauty shows such as Make Up In Paris / LA / Seoul, Cosmoprof Bologna / Hong Kong, IndieBeautyExpo, etc. as well as masterclasses with the world's top influential makeup artists.

Services

Artwork spectrum varies from editorial, beauty, bridal, fashion and occasion to fantasy, character and special effects makeup. Full visual concept development for social media and other PR & marketing mediums. The bespoke makeup educational system is available upon request for individuals and businesses. Available for international bookings. See the Contact section below for more information.