Saturday 20 October 2012

Sherell+Mark+LOVE=Baby

I met Sherell and Mark through my best friend and I am so glad I did.  Both of them are amazing people with unique personalities.  I am so happy they became parents this September.  Photos of their little bundle, Lucas, will be posted very soon.   

Hair, Makeup & Photography by Giane Escuadro
 
 
Hair, Makeup & Photography by Giane Escuadro

 Hair, Makeup and Photography by Giane Escuadro 

  Hair, Makeup and Photography by Giane Escuadro
 
 Hair, Makeup and Photography by Giane Escuadro

 Hair, Makeup and Photography by Giane Escuadro


               Hair, Makeup and Photography by Giane Escuadro



Thursday 2 August 2012

Summer Everyday Makeup Routine


    AFTER
BEFORE


I feel totally exposed but I thought I would show pictures of myself before and after my daily summer makeup routine. I try to dedicate 5-10 minutes for makeup application in the morning and being a Mom and Full time worker makes it challenging at times.


I start with my MAC-Fast Response Eye Cream and my Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. During the summer I try to stay away from heavy moisturizers and eye creams because by the end of the day my makeup will basically side off my face. I really believe that if you start with a great base, your makeup will last.

Next, I use MAC Prolong Wear Concealer in NC30 under my eyes and NC42 on my blemishes. I set that with Bare Minerals Matte SPF 15 Foundation. I find using this powder foundation helps to even out my skin tone and helps mattify my skin.

Now that my skin is evened out, I contour and add a sun kissed glow using Nars Bronzer in Casino. I use Nars Blush in Orgasm to add some colour to my cheeks. These two products have been my absolute favourite for the summer.

Next, I like to work on my brows using Mabelline New York Define-A-Brow in Medium Brown. This is such an easy product to work with and very inexpensive.

My favorite step in my makeup routine is eyeliner.  I use Mabelline New York Master Precise Liner in Black. This is a liquid liner and I have been using this every single day since I bought it. The flow of the product is continuous and the felt tipped applicator allows you to create very fine lines. I also love how opaque the product shows with just one pass on your eyes. I love to take my time with my liner and create a thicker line and I always wing it out. I always curl my lashes and then apply 2 coats of Mabelline New York One-By-One Volume Express Water Proof Mascara in Very Black.

Last but not least, I use Sugar Lip Treatment in Rose for my lips.  My lips were always dry until I bought this product.  It gives my lips a nice light rose colour and it is super moisturizing.

Well that's it and as you can tell from the before and after shot, it really does make a difference if you take 10 minutes on yourself. I always feel more confident and polished when I have makeup on. I hope you will try some of these products and add them to your daily routine. Have a great summer everyone!

 

Tuesday 24 July 2012

The "Glow"


This was my very first maternity photoshoot and I had an amazing time with Tanya and Jarred. I have known the Mommy-To-Be for many years and she is the most kind hearted person I have ever met. If there is anyone more deserving and fitted to be a mother, it's Tanya. I am so happy for the both of them and thrilled to meet their little Bambino. Congratulations and you both will make an amazing team!













 Hair, Makeup & Photography by Giane Escuadro

Tuesday 26 June 2012

Robb Wedding Continued


Janelle shared this picture with me and I thought I would share with all of you.  I love how elegant she looked and they both looked like they were never going to let eachother go.  Sigh...I just love wedddings and seeing this picture got my really excited for my own.  Thanks again Janelle!

Monday 25 June 2012

Robb Wedding


Nothing is more beautiful than a Bride on her wedding day.  I never really believed this until I met Janelle.  She looked absolutely gorgeous on her day and the best part was that she was  relaxed as I was getting her glammed up.  Pictures below are of her Mother (Sheryl) and Mother In Law (Dana).  Hope you enjoy!
































Hair Design by iTonica Salon and Spa
Photography and Makeup by Giane







Friday 22 June 2012

Baron Wedding

I met Kalynn (Bride) through a friend and I had the honor of getting her and her lovely bridal party glammed up for her wedding day.  Each of them had amazing personalities and they made me feel very welcomed.  Thanks again for letting me be a part of your special day.











Makeup by Giane
Carmyn Joy Photography 

Monday 11 June 2012

It's Bridal Season!

Well it's my favorite time of the year, Bridal Season.  This year will be a special year for me because after 9 years, Joshua and I will finally "put a ring on it" on December 6 on the sunny beaches of Mexico.  December can't come any sooner. 

I thought I would pay tribute to some of my clients and friends from the past seasons and post their wedding pictures up.  I am so honored to have met such beautiful women and thankful that I was able to take part of their special day.



 Wilhauk Wedding in Banff, Alberta


 Nagan Wedding in Edmonton, Alberta
 Baron Wedding in Edmonton, Alberta


 Johnston Wedding in Edmonton, Alberta


 Reid Wedding in Calmar, Alberta


 Williams Wedding in Edmonton, Alberta

Monday 28 May 2012

Girl Next Door Photo Shoot with Kayla Rando







My vision for this look was very bronzed skin, thick eyeliner and light, golden eye shadows.  The lashes added drama to the look and brought out her beautiful eyes. I finished it off with golden gloss to bring some shine and pout to her lips.

Very flirty and innocent but sexy at the same time. Kind of like your Girl Next Door.




 Model Kayla Rando
Photography & Makeup By Giane Escuadro

Artistic Collaboration with Marcin Sokolowski



Marcin had envisioned her character to be very dark, lifeless, depressing and overall creapy and erie.

I played around with grey and black tones for her eyes and really mattified the skin.  I wanted the lips to have no color and stained red. 



I can honestly say that this was one of the funnest photoshoots I have done in a long time. It felt liberating to go outside of the box and bring someones imagination to life.







Photography by Marcin Sokolowski
Model Tammy Moffat
Makeup By Giane Escuadro