Cayman Carnival Batabano 2014

Saturday, May 3rd 2014 was another great day for revelers and masqueraders as they celebrated the 31st annual Cayman Carnival Batabano. Bright colours, beads, feathers, glitter, gems and energy flooded the streets. The scorching 90 degree heat did not deter the soca junkies from jumping, neither did it deter the masses that came out to watch.

Thankfully, my work day creating vibrant, carnival looks wasn't as hectic as it was in 2013, so I had more than enough time to join in on some of the fun.

Every year, this event attracts thousands of visitors from around the world to our tiny piece of paradise in the sun. Even though our carnival is incomparable to those in Trinidad, Jamaica, Brazil and Honduras, our people still know how to take full advantage of the latest soca hits and all the fun involved.

I love all the bright colours that flood the streets during carnival. It brings such a happy vibe.

Team #345

One of my happy clients

Even pops was getting down. Funnily enough, he participates every year..........what's your excuse?

Yup, we party hard

Photos credits::

Cortez Vernon

Wil Bignal

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Cayman Islands Fashion Week 2014- Makeup Segment

Cayman Islands Fashion Week just wrapped up its 4th year of fashion and style. The week long event featured an exciting line up of international, local and regional designers and models for an extended week of style, fashion and glamour. I had the amazing opportunity to work alongside Stephanie Ford-Ramoon and celebrity makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff on the various shows.

Luckily for me, I was finally able to get a few images of my work to share with you as I usually struggle to get images of my work from photographers.

Just a lil behind the scenes action getting these beauties ready to rip the runway

Photo credits:

Luis Vallecillo Photography

Patrick Broderick Photography

Al Ebanks

Wil Bignal Images

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Wedding Makeup.....All Things Purple

Hi beauties:

Today was a hell of a LONG day for me. Started at 10am and finished at 5pm doing wedding makeup for 3 bride's maids, 1 bride (naturally) and the bride's mother. Just in case you're wondering why everything took so long, there were a few lapses in between.

The bride (not pictured) is obsessed with purple so of course, her wedding colours were purple and grey. Hopefully when and if I receive a few professional pics, I can share them with you.

Enjoy a few pics....

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Makeup Contest Time- BH Cosmetics

Hi beauties:

Oooohhh it has been a hot minute since I've posted anything related to makeup but while browsing (as I always do), I found this contest that's happening right now.

BH Cosmetics is hosting a makeup contest called 'Beat The Makeup Artist'. Basically, you have to recreate the look created by one of BH Cosmetics's very own makeup artist ,which is in line with their 'In The Garden' theme. The last day to submit your entry is June 6, 2013 and 10 lucky persons (if chosen) will win a $500 gift card to shop with BH Cosmetics.

See all of the information here: BH Cosmetics Contest. I think I'm definitely going to enter this competition. What's there to lose right?

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Cayman Islands Batabano 2013

The 30th annual Batabano Cayman Carnival was in full swing on 4 May 2013 as revelers jumped, danced and paraded down the streets of the world renowned Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman into central George Town. The parade kicked off around 2:30pm where bright colours, beads, feathers and lots of energy crowded the streets. Even though this year's route was extended by an additional 2 miles, the extension did not deter the soca junkies from keeping the energy going. Both young and old came out to watch the parade.

My 'work' day started at 8am creating bright, bold and beautiful makeup looks for these revelers and ended 6.5hrs later but it was all worth it.

Every year, this event attracts thousands of visitors from around the world to our tiny piece of paradise in the sun. Even though our carnival is incomparable to those in Trinidad, Jamaica, Brazil and Honduras, our people know how to put it down and have fun.

Do you think you have what it takes to go hard and complete the journey?

 

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Photo Credits
Al Ebanks
David Goddard- www.davidgoddardphotography.biz
Bernardo Neri- www.visioneri.net

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