I am so excited to announce that the amazingly talented team at Jackson Ruiz has been selected as finalist for NAHA 2010 Salon Team of the Year! Thanks to Tania Quintanilla (photography), Brandy Joy Smith (wardrobe) and all our wonderful models for your dedication to excellence. Here are the pictures that got us there!!!!
Author Archives: Maris Malone Calderon
Personal Blog: First Date Pictures
Yesterday afternoon I received three pictures from Tania (TQPhoto) in my inbox… Unfortunately, I was out on a job and had to wait three whole hours before I could get home to download them! I saw them on her Facebook fan page (thank you iPhone!) before I got home so I knew what they looked...
Engagements: Christina & Mitch
Christina and Mitch chose a 70′s inspired theme for their engagement shoot and even rented a beautiful vintage Camaro! I fell in love with the pictures taken by their photographer, Clayton Austin, but I guess that should be no surprise because Christina is a talented wedding photographer herself! We met last November when Amy (see Amy’s...
Products I Love
- NARS Eyeshadow Duo in Rated R This shadow duo is perfect if you’re looking to add some vivid colors to your makeup bag… It consist of two shades, a fluorescent green and a brilliant blue. Worn together or separately, either is sure to cause a stir! – Makeup For Ever HD Microfinish Blush This...
Words of Advice: The Bridal Makeup Companion
Tips, pointers and advise to help all you brides out there prep for the big day! 6 months before your wedding day – Give your skin some TLC Now is the time to find the perfect skin care regimen for you depending on your skin type. Always cleanse skin twice a day with a cleanser and...
Photo Shoot: Austin Monthly, March 2010
MMC Makeup Artist Maggie Bosworth recently did makeup for the March issue of Austin Monthly… here is what she had to say about her experience! “When Maris contacted me about a job for Austin Monthly, I was ecstatic to be apart of a photo shoot for the March issue! The Trishas, a local band of four...
Wedding: Amanda & Leon
When I arrived at the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Austin to do makeup for Amanda and her bridal party, I knew she would be a beautiful bride and wanted a softer, more romantic look for her wedding day than the smokey, dramatic look we chose for her engagement portraits back in October. I also knew...
Wedding: Jessica & Peter
MMC Assistant Makeup Artist Maggie Bosworth recently did makeup for Jessica’s wedding, here is what she had to say: “Jessica has been a great friend of mine for a little over a year now so it was wonderful to be able to do makeup for her wedding! She was very casual about her wedding and...
Words of Advice: Choosing the right foundation
Choosing the right foundation can be tricky process, there are so many different types to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? 1. Type: First decide what kind of foundation if best for you. There are three basic types of foundation, liquid, cream, or powder. Liquid is the most popular...
Project Color: GREEN, WHITE & RED
At the first of 2010, photographer Maria Bernal and I started off on an adventure; to document a multitude of different colors in a series of images aptly named PROJECT COLOR. In each set, the color of choice is reflected in the makeup and styling and has a distinctly different feel than any other. Over the...
