Your pictures will live on your mantle and your walls for quite possibly the rest of your life. Is this not the time to invest in one of the most important services for your big day? Actively working on both sides of the camera, I know what goes into achieving a classic, fresh, clean, camera-ready look.
Providing a tight, clean, and fully-equipped kit, I come stocked with products for all skin tones and types as well as both men's and women's beauty and light grooming essentials. Your focus should be on you, not on tying loose ends, rummaging through your makeup bag, or stressing to make sure your look is on-point.
Providing a tight, clean, and fully-equipped kit, I come stocked with products for all skin tones and types as well as both men's and women's beauty and light grooming essentials. Your focus should be on you, not on tying loose ends, rummaging through your makeup bag, or stressing to make sure your look is on-point.
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As a fine arts student during my adolescence, I took advanced placement art classes and private art lessons. These early years of experience helped build a solid foundation based on the principles of fine art. My transition to makeup artistry was simple and natural, but it required an international trip to fully materialize.
This is an important moment for both you and me, and certainly not the time to experiment! A life-long fine artist with years of experience painting and drawing, my talents in custom blending, color perception, and understanding of skincare, skin type, and products allow me to successfully execute your vision.
I have been a professional makeup artist, professional media contributor, and on-camera spokesperson for over ten years. I have appeared on-camera discussing beauty trends and the latest products as well as serving as a professional TV host for huge international brands like Skechers Footwear, Legacy Legwear on QVC and Effy Jewelry to list just a few examples.
Where it all started for me as a makeup artist, and one of my first loves: Branding and Headshot Makeup. This is a great option if you want to achieve a classic, corporate, polished look, or truly bring your personality and inner god or goddess to life through makeup artistry. Be it natural, fun, edgy, eccentric, serious, or a little bit of everything, I can take your vision and bring it to life.
As a growing young lady, the transition to womanhood can feel a little intimidating and overwhelming. I will help your teen understand how to use her products to create age-appropriate, timeless and beautiful makeup that will not only help boost her confidence but also teach her skills that she will have forever.
Reviews (16)
Priya Patel
Oct 30, 2021
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Nicolette is a queen! I literally had such an amazing glam experience getting ready for my professional headshot session. I had my photoshoot planned for the med school journey that lies ahead of me, and she showed up to give me the most sophisticated self that I could envision!!
Nicolette is a professional makeup artist who understands the natural glam look. She is a tutor who I not only look up to for her makeup tips and tricks, but for her intelligence that is so artistically and beautifully rare in Philadelphia.
Her talent, work ethic, versatility, and ability to stay true to herself made
Nicolette is a professional makeup artist who understands the natural glam look. She is a tutor who I not only look up to for her makeup tips and tricks, but for her intelligence that is so artistically and beautifully rare in Philadelphia.
Her talent, work ethic, versatility, and ability to stay true to herself made
McKensie W.
Apr 22, 2021
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I cannot give enough praise to Nicolette. I had a bridal/ makeup trial for engagement photos. I am not someone who usually wears make up. She did a phenomenal job at keeping my look natural. The custom eye lashes are well worth it for a natural look! My engagement photos turned out absolutely amazing. I would recommend her to those who also aren't big make up wearers and I will definitely be scheduling with her in the future.
Erin Bair
Mar 28, 2021
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I cannot say enough good things about Nicolette! She answered my plea for help the night before a photo shoot when my original hair and makeup artist cancelled on me. She fit me into her schedule right away and was so fun to work with. Somehow she knew exactly how I wanted my hair and makeup to look and executed it perfectly. I would go back to her again in a heartbeat!
Danny Belinkie
Mar 02, 2021
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Nicolette is absolutely the best makeup artist in Philadelphia for photography and video shoots. I've worked with her on multiple occasions, including projects I've produced myself, and she always leaves talent feeling confident and camera-ready. I particularly like her attention to detail in-between takes when she does touch-ups. I never need to ask her for last looks... she's on it! Her kit is also top notch with top of the line products. I would absolutely recommend Nicolette if you need HMU on your next shoot.
Shenna Southall
Jun 26, 2020
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I can't say enough about Nicolette!!!! I've had my makeup professionally done a few times before, and I can honestly say that Nicolette is the BEST! She communicated with me from the time I asked for more information, to the day of my engagement pictures. While she applied my makeup, she explained everything in full detail about the products she would use on my face, and even recommended some products for me to use at home. No other make up artist has ever done that for me. I felt at ease knowing what was going on, and felt comfortable that my makeup would look amazing! My make up lasted ALL day
Robbi Ross
Jan 02, 2020
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I had my makeup and hair done for a modeling shoot. Nicolette was so friendly and I felt very comfortable. The colors and application were perfect for my skin tone and features. She had to do a few hair styles throughout the shoot and I loved them all. I will definitely be using Nicolette for future shoots. Thank you Nicolette!
Dina M.
Nov 12, 2019
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Had an absolutely wonderful experience with Nicolette! She did my make up, my sisters, mom, and mother in law. I was from out of town and didn't do a trial and it looked absolutely perfect the day of. My sister had a black eye from a fall a couple weeks earlier and Nicolette covered it up perfectly. She was also super responsive and on time. Would definitely recommend her for any bride!
Mary M.
Oct 21, 2019
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Nicolette is truly a makeup ARTIST! She did my makeup for my 60th birthday and I could not be happier. The look was sophisticated, and the color palette was spot on for my coloring. The individual lashes were a win! Nicolette could not be nicer. Note: make sure you allow the time for her makeup as she does take her work seriously including consulting with you, a detailed and carefully crafted application of the makeup and ensures you are happy! She is a pro.
Twinkel Patel
Sep 06, 2019
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Nicolette made me look absolutley gorgeous at my engagement party! I'm definitely not the type to know anything about makeup or how I want my make up to look like. I brought some pictures to show her what I kind of wanted it to look like. She did an amazing job going above and beyond what the pictures looked like. Since I am from another culture, Nicolette did her best to expand her knowledge of Indian traditions. Her make up lasted ALL day. On top of everything, we were in a time crunch (sorry about that!) But even in the time crunch, she exceeded my expectations, and I still got to my event on
Cristina B.
Sep 02, 2018
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Nicolette is a true artist! I contacted her about a week before my photoshoot session. She replied immediately and was more than happy to accommodate my request.
I arrived to my appointment with pictures of makeup ideas I had in mind. She took the time, reviewed them with me and then worked her magic! She's a lovely lady and truly is the best at what she does. Can't wait to see her again! Highly recommended!
I arrived to my appointment with pictures of makeup ideas I had in mind. She took the time, reviewed them with me and then worked her magic! She's a lovely lady and truly is the best at what she does. Can't wait to see her again! Highly recommended!
Jennifer Westlake
Aug 30, 2018
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I cannot recommend Nicolette enough. From the trial through the wedding Nicolette was amazing and responsive. All of my emails were answered within 24 hours. Our initial consultation was very methodical and she really took the time to make sure she understood my vision. She knew what would work for my skin tone and how to address any concerns I had. On the day of Nicolette was early to arrive, was completely set up (her range of product choices is unreal!) and ready to go as soon as the girls and I arrived. She is such a professional. I got married on a VERY humid day and while I was sweating like
Parris S.
Feb 07, 2018
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Nicolette was amazing! My entire experience was so great and I looked so amazing for my black tie event. She knew exactly what I wanted from the picture I provided and it turned out spot on! She is so skilled and takes the time to make sure everything looks perfect. I felt so confident the whole night :) I can't wait for the next event so I can book an appointment with Nicolette!! Cant recommend her services enough!
M. D.
Sep 03, 2017
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Nicolette was wonderful to work with from start to finish! I am not one that usually wears a lot of makeup so I was hesitant at first to book a makeup artist. Nicolette made me feel so comfortable, we talked on the phone for almost an hour! I just knew she would be the right fit for my wedding because she was so invested in her career and you could tell that she really did care about her clients, just in the first hour of us chatting. Nicolette was the first person I booked for my wedding! I loved my trial makeup, she really listened to exactly what I wanted. I LOVED my bridal makeup and all of
Maria Clara S.
Aug 24, 2017
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I cannot stress enough how much of an amazing makeup artist Nikki is. She was the perfect combination of friendly and professional, and her talent is off the charts. I'm very picky with my makeup and don't usually wear a lot, so I was dreading having my makeup done for my wedding. Nikki NAILED IT!! She knew how to compliment my best and complicated features and hide the ones I hated. She also matched my skin tone perfectly and didn't just cake foundation on me. the cherry on top is that she's super friendly and very sweet, which helps a lot when you're stressing over all
Karen A.
May 04, 2017
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Nicolette knows how to work a makeup brush! I am usually totally squeamish about getting my makeup done, I haven't deviated from my cat eye in YEARS, I know what I like!! But I'm getting married and my no-frills approach to skincare and makeup wasn't going to hold up. I chose Nicolette because she practices what she preaches. She is her own canvas, and she looks phenomenal, so you know she knows what she is doing. She is beyond skillful and really knows her products. I admittedly, don't take the best care of my skin, Nicolette suggested a few products during our trial sess
Ma L.
Mar 19, 2017
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Nicolette is absolutely amazing. I did my makeup and hair, and she did an awesome job. I would recommend her to anyone who needs makeup done for all kinds of occasions! She is so professional and skilled, and I am absolutely thrilled with the result. Nicolette, thank you. Cannot wait to see you again!
