I had two 2019 photo sessions with David Suh Photography in Sacramento (one portrait, one…read moreprofessional headshot) and although I did my own hair and makeup for those shoots, I knew that typically for his client's services, professional makeup and hair are done by master artist Veronica Marshall (@veronica.marshall.dvbeauty) -- and the results of those are stunning. My friend Rachelle O. had done a full session at DSP and also highly recommended her.
Spring/Summer 2021 is the time for fresh new photos! I had a photoshoot lined up with Mariah Ann Photography and Veronica was immediately the first one I thought of to take care of my hair and makeup. It was simple to book with her via this Yelp business page, do a phone consult and retainer payment via Venmo (remainder paid when services rendered). Unfortunately, the late May shoot had to be rescheduled last minute [photographer] and Veronica gracefully was able to accommodate the new early June date and time, appointment was in the afternoon the day of my shoot.
She's located inside Salon SL8, entrance to the left of SL8 Fitness and Nutrition in Woodland. (https://sl8fitness.com/the-salon-at-sl8/). Veronica was very responsive with any communication (Yelp, IG, phone/text), which I appreciate.
My portraits shoot was going to be outdoors (Old Sacramento) in the late afternoon/early evening so the hair and makeup had to be ready to withstand any wind/breeze and heat/sun. I showed her a photo of the floral cold-shoulder maxi dress I was planning on wearing to get an idea of the color scheme (to match makeup palettes) and what hairstyle would work best.
First was the hair -- we went for beachy waves rather than full curls, and pinned twists in the back, sort of half-up instead of a total updo, no braids this time. Set with hairspray after letting that settle a bit, I loved the soft, romantic, flowy look she achieved! I let down the pins but next-day the soft waves still look great.
Next stage was the makeup, also such an amazing job! Smoky eye, winged liner, bottom waterline liner, thicker eyebrows, false eyelashes, concealer, foundation, contouring, blush, a berry/pink matte lipcolor with some moisturizing color on top, and a rose-scented setting spray to lock it all in! It was such a "wow" transformation/makeover, dramatic but all for better effect in photos. We even stepped outside to make sure it was all looking great (color matching, etc.).
I love how it all turned out, and can't wait for the photoshoot images to come back for the final look. Veronica was so sweet, I'm so happy I decided to work with her for this occasion. At the end of the shoot, I had dinner at The Firehouse in their courtyard because when you look hella cute, make the mostest of it! Huge thanks, Veronica!