My entire reason for existing is to help people. In such a superficial industry, it can be a little difficult to see beyond the gloss and find your "Why". I know for me, it's the connections I make with people. I am the ultimate introvert - socially awkward in a group but one on one, face to face, I become your best friend.
Putting you at ease, running interference between you and that one bridal party member who's been driving you crazy, and really taking the time to figure out your specific vision to help you feel as beautiful and confident as you possibly can. I am not a social media artist here to contour you until you're unrecognizable.
Putting you at ease, running interference between you and that one bridal party member who's been driving you crazy, and really taking the time to figure out your specific vision to help you feel as beautiful and confident as you possibly can. I am not a social media artist here to contour you until you're unrecognizable.
Services
As a wedding professional, I know that the way you look and feel as a bride will be one of the most important aspects of your wedding day and an experience that goes beyond the beauty process. It's important that you feel listened to and cared for when planning and designing your bridal look and that your wedding day is treated like the production it is - from the smallest gathering to the grandest affair.
Perfect for engagement pictures, headshot session, boudoir photo shoot, family photo session, party, or any event where you want to look your very best. Event Makeup - Makeup service includes mini facial to prep and prime the skin for makeup application, HD quality makeup with your choice of traditional OR airbrush foundation, and custom temporary lash extensions.
Whether looking to master a smokey eye or just need some help with the very basics, let a seasoned makeup artist help you navigate the (sometimes intimidating) beauty world. This lesson will be custom designed to help you perfect your skills to achieve a flattering look to bring out your best features.
We book 12-18 months in advance for the peak season's most popular dates (March through November). We book 2-4 weeks in advance for most weekday studio appointments (6-8 weeks during spring and summer). All dates are first come first served, and no date is held without a signed contract and paid retainer.
Reviews (10)
Virginia Cylke
Jan 27, 2022
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Amanda is one of the best makeup artists I have ever worked with. From the beginning of my session until the end, I felt comfortable, beautiful, and pampered. The minute I met her, she just made it feel as if we had been friends forever. She listened to me and what I was hoping for makeup wise, and she made my dreams come true. I looked amazing, the makeup was spot on and exactly what I had asked for, but even better than I imagined it could be. Honestly, I wished I lived closer so that I could use Amanda for every event I need my face done for! She is amazing! You will not be dissapointed. You
Kelly Irving
Jan 25, 2022
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DO NOT HIRE THIS COMPANY!! If I could give 0 stars I would. From the minute Amanda walked into the hotel room where the bridal party was she was beyond rude. Instead of making sure she was doing a good job on makeup she was ordering me around to clean the room 4 hours before the photographer came. As the MOH they ran out of time to do my makeup that I had to have a different company do my makeup. The brides makeup looked horrific...sparkly pink and dark purple with the worst cat eye I have ever seen. Every single bridesmaid had to have their hair completely re-done by another company as well, it
Kayla Johnson
Aug 13, 2021
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I found Amanda several months before my wedding and she was the only hair and make up artist willing to work on me and my maid of honor. I had issues finding someone who would only work on two people because "my party didn't meet the minimum for a Saturday." Amanda was wonderful the day-of, she did arrive a little late but quickly got set up and started. My hair and make up were stunning and my maid of honors make up was also stunning. Amanda is a perfectionist she would not let us leave until we looked perfect (this did almost make us late) and she took her time making sure each curl was perfect
Julia Mayernik
Mar 21, 2021
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You want to look good and feel good on an important day - pick Amanda. You want to work with someone who won’t only make your skin and hair look amazing but will be GOOD to it - pick Amanda. You want to work with someone who brings years of skill and knowledge to the table - pick Amanda. You know who I went with when I had 1,000 photos taken of me - Amanda. You know who I’d pick again - Amanda!!
I was blown away by her professionalism, she was prompt and extremely organized and clean. I got married in August in Virginia, was outside for 9 hours, Amanda made me look flawless the entire time
I was blown away by her professionalism, she was prompt and extremely organized and clean. I got married in August in Virginia, was outside for 9 hours, Amanda made me look flawless the entire time
Emily Miller
Dec 24, 2020
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I HIGHLY recommend Amanda for any and all of your beauty needs! She did my make up and all of my bridesmaids make up at my elopement at the beginning of the pandemic (March 21, 2020) and again at our big ceremony (August 1, 2020)! She is very professional and very clean. She made me feel like a princess both times and I even want to use her for an upcoming wedding that I'm a bridesmaid in! Her packages are affordable and she is flexible about travel. She came to me both times.
Melissa Von Heijne
Jan 14, 2020
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Amanda Merrell is an extraordinarily talented beauty artist, and a delightful person to help plan the look for your big day. Future brides and any one else looking for beauty services, please consider booking Amanda - you will not be disappointed.
I met with Amanda for a bridal preview a few months before my February wedding. My dream look included a hair style with a dramatic braid and make-up with pops of color. Amanda tied all of my ideas together perfectly, in a stunningly beautiful, yet still understated way. The day-of, she re-created the hair and make-up exactly as we had discussed. It
I met with Amanda for a bridal preview a few months before my February wedding. My dream look included a hair style with a dramatic braid and make-up with pops of color. Amanda tied all of my ideas together perfectly, in a stunningly beautiful, yet still understated way. The day-of, she re-created the hair and make-up exactly as we had discussed. It
Christiana Hawk
Dec 14, 2019
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Amanda is the best! She was so warm and welcoming to me and truly wanted to know my vision for my hair and makeup. She was really flexible and understanding when we had to reschedule last minute due to weather. My hair and makeup held up incredibly throughout the day and I was so bummed to wash away her beautiful work at the end of the day! Amanda is talented, kind, and passionate about her work, and I can't recommend her highly enough!
Tara Muller
Nov 18, 2019
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I got married September 21, 2019. I booked Amanda in October of 2018. She completed my makeup in addition to 4 other ladies as was her minimum for service. I was a bit nervous, she likes to take her time so took a solid hour on each person. She only had 4 hours to complete our makeup. She did run over by about 45 minutes, but thankfully the way I made our schedule, it didn't cause any problems. I loved how individualized each look was. She was very careful to be sanitary, which she never advertised, but I picked up on and greatly appreciated. My makeup never strayed, even after the cake fight and
Elaina Kohles
Nov 06, 2018
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Amanda was fantastic to work with!! I had never had my hair or makeup done professionally before my wedding so I was a little nervous about finding a hair/ makeup artist. After our first phone consultation, I felt completely at ease with Amanda! She is so personable and really understood my vision for my wedding. She spent time understanding what I wanted for my wedding look and made sure that this look was perfected during my trial. I was able to show Amanda a few different ideas and she combined them into the style that I wanted. The day of my wedding, Amanda was timely and helped to create a
Allison Butler
Oct 28, 2018
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Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous hair and makeup from a very talented artist.
I had my makeup and hair done by Amanda for our Nepali Hindu ceremony. Our wedding was performed outside during the summer, so sweat and heat were a big concern for me. In addition, with a bright color palette (my saree was a vibrant red), I had more unusual hair and makeup ideas in mind.
From our first trial, I knew I was in excellent hands with Amanda. She knew exactly what type of makeup to use for our potentially humid conditions and used our trials to experiment meticulously until we were 100 percent confident in the
I had my makeup and hair done by Amanda for our Nepali Hindu ceremony. Our wedding was performed outside during the summer, so sweat and heat were a big concern for me. In addition, with a bright color palette (my saree was a vibrant red), I had more unusual hair and makeup ideas in mind.
From our first trial, I knew I was in excellent hands with Amanda. She knew exactly what type of makeup to use for our potentially humid conditions and used our trials to experiment meticulously until we were 100 percent confident in the
