Makeup Artist of the Year
Makeup Artists of the Year finalists, Janell Geason, David Maderich, Gina Comminello, Katelyn Simkins, Katy Albright.
NAHA 2013 Winner!
Katy Albright
Collection: Ninaona
Salon: Modern Salon and Spa, Charlotte, N.C.
Category: Makeup Artist of The Year
Photographer: Anthony Parmelee
Inspiration: In the African language, Swahili, Ninaona translates to "I see." "I wanted to express an awareness and understanding of beauty and culture with this collection name. I wanted to create very bold geometric shapes and contrasting colors," says Katy Albright, who used a modern take on tribal looks, as well as runway fashion for inspiration.
Bio: Currently based in Charlotte N.C., Katy Albright started her career at age 17 in 2011 as a cosmetologist at the Aveda Institute. Later she developed her passion as a makeup artist and continues doing hair and makeup in the salon and as a freelance artist.
4. David Maderich
Collection: The Chanteuse
Salon: Freelance, New York City
Category: Makeup Artist of The Year
Photographer: Roberto Ligresti
Inspiration: David Maderich was inspired by the notion that makeup should be fun, colorful and whimsical. "I used the microphone because everyone laughs and giggles when they envision themselves onstage singing their hearts out," says Maderich.
Bio: New York City-based makeup artist, David Maderich has been in the industry for 15 years. His work has appeared in top publications such as Vogue, Elle, Vibe, GQ, Glamour, Esquire, Rolling Stone, Surface and The New York Times. He has perfected the faces of Prince, Bruce Springsteen, Brad Pitt, Drew Barrymore, Kate Hudson, Mary Kate Olsen and Meg Ryan, as well as countless models.
7. Gina Comminello
Collection: Modern-Mod
Salon: THE LOOK hair salon & beauty boutique, Denver
Category: Makeup Artist of The Year
Photographer: Sara Ford
Inspiration: 1960's makeup is what inspired Gina Comminello's vision, which is about enhancing one's eyes and creating a bold statement. The look is polished and retro-chic.
Bio: Gina Comminello is a professional makeup artist and owner of THE LOOK hair salon & beauty boutique. She is also the founder of FLAUNT YOU! Cosmetics. Comminello has been contributing to the industry for many years and has traveled for Dior, Chanel, and YSL.
10. Photographer: Dana Pennington
Makeup Artist: Katelyn Simkins
13. Janell Geason
Collection: Modern Classics
Salon: Aveda, Eden Praire, Minn.
Category: Makeup Artist of The Year
Photographer: Corey Tenold
Inspiration: "I was influenced by the trend in nostalgic, classic beauty. I drew inspiration from vivid colors, but applied them in retro-inspired ways.
Bio: Janell Geason is renowned for her creativity and technical expertise. She began her career working in Minneapolis as a hairdresser after graduating from Horst Cosmetology School. Her desire to further explore her creativity led her to pursue makeup as an art form. She then moved to Europe and worked internationally in the fashion, video and print industry for nearly 9 years. Upon returning to the United States, Geason became Global Artistic Director for Makeup at Aveda. She travels globally to teach professional makeup artists and do stage presentations.