About Kiley
NOrthern VA Makeup artist
As a former musical theatre performer in the NYC/NJ area, I loved makeup—the cakey, heavy stage looks, not as much.. That inspired me to pursue my passion for natural, skin-forward artistry for beauty, bridal, film, and television.
Over the past 20+ years, I’ve honed my craft under the guidance of industry greats including James Vincent, Kristina Gasperas, Terri Tomlinson, Danessa Myricks, Ashley Fierro, and Rachel Lusk.
My work has been featured on respected platforms such as Washingtonian Weddings, Washington Family Magazine, the Emmy Awards (Capital Region), NASA, The 700 Club on CBN, DCW50 (Washington DC’s CW Network), Everyday Wealth with Soledad O’Brien and Jean Chatzky, and Miss Virginia Teen USA, a division of the Miss Universe Organization.
Today, I specialize in creating timeless, radiant makeup looks that celebrate each client’s natural beauty. When I’m not perfecting complexions or sanitizing brushes, you’ll find me reading, baking, traveling, antique shopping, and enjoying life with my family and our miniature poodle, Hermes.
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My Timeline
where I've been
2013
I moved to Northern Virginia and began working in the DMV region!
2012
Back to work after Baby #2
2011
I took another brief hiatus as my second child was born
2008
Back to work after Baby #1
2006
I took a brief hiatus as my first child was born!
2004
I began working professionally in the Rockbridge County area as a Makeup Artist
2003
Wedding Bells!
My husband and I tied the knot in Hawaii and enjoyed our honeymoon in California!
2002
I enrolled in makeup classes during college and started doing stage makeup.
Just as a painter evokes feelings with brush strokes, I enhance a client’s natural beauty to express individuality. The harmony in classical music guides my creative process, helping me create balanced, elegant looks that resonate like a masterpiece.
classical Art & Music
Just like in makeup, architecture combines form, texture, and design to create something beautiful and functional. The attention to detail, symmetry, and the use of light and shadow in buildings influence how I approach highlighting features and enhancing natural beauty in my clients.
Architecture
Jackie Kennedy and Audrey Hepburn's classic, minimalist approach to beauty and fashion inspires me to create looks that are both sophisticated and natural, celebrating simplicity while highlighting a person’s unique features.
classic Fashion
The transformative power of theater and its storytelling inspires my work as a makeup artist. The dramatic styles challenge me to push my creativity, reminding me that makeup is not just about enhancing beauty but about crafting narratives and bringing characters to life.
Theatre
Each story encourages me to explore unique themes and concepts, reminding me that makeup can be a powerful form of self-expression, much like the written word.
Literature
Fragrance evokes emotions and memories that enhance the overall beauty experience. The rich notes and layers of a scent can inform the mood of a makeup look, guiding my creative choices. Just as a fragrance can transform one’s presence, makeup has the power to elevate confidence and express individuality, making the two art forms beautifully interconnected.
Fragrance
Six
Makeup is not just about beauty—it’s about crafting visual stories that resonate with audiences.
Film
Seven
Nature inspires me through its vibrant colors, unique textures, and organic patterns. The hues found in flowers, landscapes, and natural elements inform my color palettes and techniques, encouraging me to create looks that reflect the beauty of the world around us. This connection to nature reminds me to embrace authenticity and celebrate individuality in every client.
Nature
Eight
Each destination offers new color palettes, textures, and techniques that broaden my creative horizons. The unique styles and trends I encounter motivate me to incorporate fresh ideas into my work, reminding me that beauty is a universal language that transcends borders.
travel
Nine
The timeless beauty looks of iconic figures, from classic queens to modern royals, showcase the art of enhancing natural features while exuding confidence. Their ability to blend tradition with contemporary trends encourages me to create looks that are both regal and relatable, reminding me that every client deserves to feel like royalty on their special day.
