The most frequently asked question I receive is, “How did you get started in makeup?” Well the answer is, it was a God thing! I was actually hired for seasonal work in a department store and on my last day the Human Resource manager asked me to stay on full time in their cosmetics department.

At that time, all I wore was lip gloss and mascara. This was a new cosmetic line (Bobbi Brown Cosmetics) that was willing to train. This training process consisted of a model and being told to “Make her look like an enhanced version of herself.” As afraid as I was, it came so natural to me. Not tooting my own horn but I did pretty good for a first timer! Needless to say I got the job!

I worked for Bobbi Brown for several years while gaining more education, instruction and confidence. (Again, a God thing) After leaving Bobbi Brown, I worked in 2 different high end women boutiques selling several other cosmetic lines (steadily gaining education, instruction & confidence). Then I decided to go to school to receive my license in Aesthetics. During all of this I worked freelance on the side. Once I finished school, I was employed for a short time at a salon doing skin care & makeup. My makeup business was growing rapidly. So much that I was nominated Best of Jackson Makeup Artist 2017, won Best of Jackson Aesthetician 2018 and as of now nominated Best of Jackson Aesthetician 2019.

Makeup is truly my passion! Although I love doing makeup for all occasions... Weddings are by far my absolute favorite!! To be chosen to do a bride’s makeup on one or must I say, the most special and memorable day of her life is such an honor. To have my work; my art, on the many beautiful faces I enhance daily, creates memories that last a lifetime... To know that I had a part does something to my heart. In my own way, I feel apart of their love story. So thank you again for considering A. Renee’ Makeup Artistry!

Now let’s get started on your big day!

XOXO
-April