THE MAKEUP ARTIST THAT NEVER GROWS

I decided to Google my name.  I've done it before so it wasn't a big deal, nor did I expect to find something that I had never seen before. Well, that is just the opposite.  

I saw title to a post that was unfamiliar to me and without hesitation selected it first.  It's a post by Jonathan Chick of Clarus Photography.  Immediately upon viewing the post my heart starting beating really fast.  I wanted to email him and ask, "Sir, can you Pleeeeeease remove this post?" In my mind, it does represent the best level of my work so I started to feel less-pleased with myself.

As I looked at the post, it hit me that, "it's ok!" It's okay because it represents the growth that I have elevated to over the years.  

Thankful for growth.

As a human.

As an artist.

As a woman.

As a creative being.

Thankful for growth! 

Beauty at the hand of Derek Blanks

You've see his work countless times.  He takes a person in his or her most beautiful natural state and transforms them into a walking masterpiece.


A great photographer long before he received fame for the art of his high-profile Alter Ego release.  Yes, the man behind the Alter Ego photos of many African-American singers, actors, actress' and models is the amazing and unstoppable, Derek Blanks.

Derek Blanks

Derek's work as a photographer speaks volumes.  His work shines and exemplifies life through illustrations, graphic designs, paintings and photography.  


For more information about Derek Blanks visit his website at www.dblanks.com

Photo Story...Beauty at the hand of Derek Blanks

Chilli

Chrisette Michele

Tasha Smith and Twin Sister, Sidra Smith

Makeup - Saisha Beecham

Mo'Nique

Fantasia

Makeup - Saisha Beecham

Eva

Jenah, ANTM

Jennifer Hudson

Keenyah, ANTM

Michelle Williams

Makeup - Saisha Beecham

All Images are of Derek Blanks Photography via Google/images.  

Makeup Artist noted via artist credit/artist website.  

The Epitome of Beauty