Jennifer James : Beauty Extraordinaire

Hey Glossies,

Jennifer James is an uber-talented makeup artist and super cool diva.  I was introduced to Ms. James via Specktra.  I did not realize that she was a local lady until a fellow Specktrette mentioned that she worked at one of the premier malls in the area.   I find her to be a generous artist, sharing tips and giving encouragement.

Jennifer James is offering makeup classes, so check her site, Jennifer James Beauty, for more information.

Please share a little about yourself personally and if you attended school or you are a self-taught makeup artist?

Well, I am a free and creative person who has been busy in several areas for a very long time.  I truly made my first push when I moved to NYC at 19 years old to pursue modeling. I had already been working as a Nail Tech and Make-Up Artist for years then, so being in NYC was more than inspiring. Living there for 3 years sealed the deal with me and  make-up. So full of energy and opportunity, it is truly an amazing place that I plan to get back to this year – permanently!

Jennifer, did you always wanted to be an artist, or did you stumble upon your talent by chance? Who or what inspired you to become a makeup artist?

Being a make up artist interested me very early. I have 2 older sisters that were very instrumental in my exposure to the whole fashion industry. I am from a family full of artists, so my expression showed up in every thing I did.

I have always been a product and beauty junkie who started penciling in my own brows in the seventh grade. I began to play with make up around then and it just felt right. I could not get enough. I had to read all of the beauty sections of the magazines, find the newest tips and tricks.  Plus, I was always on the hunt for a great new product. I went in, and never have looked back.

Which  individual products and brands you’re “addicted” to at the moment and you use on a daily basis?

Personally, I am currently addicted to my LaMer Eye Concentrate, Smashbox Photo Finish Primer and Maybelline Age Rewind Foundation. The combination of these 3 products makes my complexion look & feel just right. They are my perfect formula right now, I refuse to do without them.

Professionally, I would say Smashbox Photo Finish Primer again, Mary Kay Corrective Concealer and Make Up Forever HD Powder. For the bulk of my work these days, I am able to give clients the look that they had no idea they could achieve.

What are some of the most basic but effective skin care tips in general that you have, that are really important?

I am a stickler for regular exfoliating (mechanical or chemical) that is customized to skin type and sensitivity because it serves to keep your skin in top condition combined with moisturizing. Of course basic cleansing with the gentlest products that one can find to work for their skin. Very important! I advise everyone to make sure they have a skin care routine in place.

How about airbrush spray makeup trend? Are these products better or easier to use than standard sponge or finger application? If yes when would you recommend using them?

I transitioned to make up airbrushing make up in the early 90s because of my exposure and practice of airbrushing in the nail industry. As I mentioned before, certain situations require airbrush.

I took my first Special FX course in 1994 and airbrush was a huge part of the curriculum. Depending on how something is going to be filmed, broadcast or photographed – airbrushing of foundation is great because of the smoothness you can achieve – which is also necessary for high definition formats in TV and photography. I would say professionally, airbrush make up is not a trend as it has been used in film and photography since the 1950s. If you are a Make Up Artist, offering the service keeps you competitive because you have to be prepared to be anyone & everything at any given job.

In terms of it being a trend for the consumer market, I think it may have legs – but for a very limited number of people. I just do not believe most people will look at airbrushing at home as something they want to get into.

Which feature(s) do you love to accentuate and why?

My opinion is that nothing is above beautifully accentuating the skin…but my true love, my fetish, and my obsession – BROWS! I said this the other day, necessity is the mother of invention. We all know that cliché. Well, I happen to not have been blessed with the beautiful brows that I have always been attracted to, so that birthed compulsion for brow shape.  Then, when you consider facial anatomy, we see now important attention to having great brows is and should be.

The brow has been widely referred to as the ‘frame’ for the face and I tend to agree. When brows are not to their potential, it takes so much away from the complete look.

What are your steps for the perfect, flawless, natural look?

Moisturize and color matching of foundation approached almost scientifically.  Once I have achieved that, I really love to buff foundation onto the skin with a full, dense kabuki. I think that the buffing serves to make almost any formula foundation mimic the skin’s natural texture whether it is liquid, cream, mousse or powder. This is my preferred method, although airbrushing is irreplaceable in some situations.

Would you share some of your future goals, your life motto, any words of wisdom that get you by in life and professional career?

My ultimate goal is to be an on-going editorial contributor to fashion/lifestyle publications and expanding my film and television resumes.

It is ALWAYS on my mind to work the hardest, longest & do beautiful, clean make up that has global appeal. Personality should accompany you in everything you do. Be an ambassador to the world on behalf of your work, it goes very far.

What tips and advice do you have for aspiring makeup artists just starting out?

I would advise anyone starting out to be relentless in your self-educating by first doing as much make up as you can. Orchestrate opportunities to do make up on other people. Experience can be the best teacher.

Study the history of our industry; know who the greats are  and what made them that. Learn their stories and gain insight as to what motivated them and how they were inspired. Study the cosmetics industry & cosmetics chemistry as much as you pay attention to the entertainment, celebrity & fashion aspects of make up. It is important to be well versed about everything related to your industry. You want to prepare yourself to be considered and expert and produce accordingly.

  • Also imagine ans plan for your career to extend beyond your local market:
  • Be able to do way more than a few looks
  • Don’t allow yourself to be pigeonholed into any style or trend
  • Represent yourself [well], so you [can] be welcomed everywhere

Lastly, be careful to BRAND yourself and your business by being consistent in imaging, promotional aspects and choosing a company name that represents who you are and does not limit your advancement. Kevyn Aucoin, Bobbi Brown, Sam Fine, Francesca Talot, Billy B, Viktorija Bowers…the names are the brand. Be yourself.

Please connect with Jennifer James via:

Twitter: @JenJamesBeauty
Website: http://www.JenniferJamesBeauty.com
Blog: http://www.JenniferJamesBeauty.blogspot.com

Mix Maven


Blog Widget by LinkWithin
Comments
  • Post a comment

    Threaded commenting powered by interconnect/it code.

  • One Laceny Black owned August 4, 2020 at 11:58 PM

    It’s hard to find well-informed people about this subject, but you seem like you know what you’re talking about! Thanks

  • Poker Online October 12, 2018 at 12:46 AM

    It’s awesome to pay a visit this site and reading the
    views of all mates concerning this post, while I am also eager of getting know-how.

  • hcg drops June 4, 2016 at 11:46 AM

    Hey very cool website!! Man .. Excellent .. Superb ..
    I will bookmark your blog and take the feeds additionally?
    I’m glad to seek out numerous helpful information right here within the publish,
    we need develop more strategies in this regard, thank you for sharing.
    . . . . .

  • Kingdom Hearts Unchained X Hack April 18, 2016 at 10:18 PM

    Superb blog! Do you have any tips and hints for aspiring writers?
    I’m planning to start my own website soon but I’m a little lost on everything.
    Would you advise starting with a free platform like WordPress or go for
    a paid option? There are so many options out there that I’m completely confused ..
    Any tips? Appreciate it!

  • ca dummy articleship in hyderabad April 17, 2016 at 1:54 AM

    Meanwhile, Cap’s old nemesis, the Red Skull, was brought out of suspended animation by the
    subversive organization THEM The Skull feigned cooperation with THEM (truly the ruling council of HYDRA led by Baron Wolfgang von Strucker ) extended sufficient to steal the Cosmic Cube from subsidiary organization AIM This led to the initial postwar clash
    amongst the two great symbols of Planet War II.
    The Skull later impersonated Rogers and drove Rick away, while wielding the Cosmic Cube.

  • Brio Serum Amylase Reference February 13, 2016 at 10:17 PM

    This is my first time pay a visikt at hhere and i
    am truly pleassant too read everthing at alone place.

  • Makeup by Sinead December 1, 2015 at 10:47 AM

    Hurrah, that’s what I was looking for, what a data! existing here at this blog, thanks
    admin of this web page.

  • FLOS July 4, 2015 at 4:53 AM

    SPOTURI FLOS Categoria de produse spoturi Flos este destinata tuturor
    persoanelor care doresc sa aiba un design modern si sofisticat.
    Gama de spoturi Flos se adreseaza unui public larg. Puteti utiliza spoturi
    Flos atat in interior , cat si in exterior.

  • shaker bottle argos July 2, 2015 at 12:47 AM

    For most up-to-date information you have to pay a quick visit web and on world-wide-web I found this site as
    a most excellent web page for newest updates.

  • CoC Gemmes June 30, 2015 at 7:39 AM

    Hi there would you mind letting me know which hosting company you’re utilizing?
    I’ve loaded your blog in 3 different web browsers and I
    must say this blog loads a lot quicker then most. Can you recommend a good internet hosting provider at a
    reasonable price? Thank you, I appreciate it!

  • television June 26, 2015 at 6:49 PM

    I’m Al B. Sure Introducing My Music Marketing brought
    to you by me and my buddy Marc Alex Cool. Yes, now you too can quickly and easily create a
    digital release for distribution to sites like ITunes, Spotify, Amazon, Radio, Beats and dozens more.
    You keep 100% of your rights and royalties. Order now for just $14.95 and
    we’ll throw in a Music Showcase link regularly $9.95 a month.
    Operators Live Now At: 888-261-0707.

  • Aplication for the Phone June 19, 2015 at 10:06 PM

    It’s hard to find well-informed people about this subject,
    but you seem like you know what you’re talking about!
    Thanks

  • up sweatshirt June 18, 2015 at 2:38 PM

    I have read so many articles regarding the blogger lovers except this piece of
    writing is truly a nice article, keep it up.

  • pmtrc.org June 11, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    My brother recommended I might like this blog.
    He used to be totally right. This publish actually made my day.
    You can not believe just how so much time I had spent for this info!
    Thank you!

  • Malorie June 9, 2015 at 11:01 AM

    Oregon Rams (Pacific Time Frame Zone web marketers).
    This is a competitive advantage for sports betting businesses because the options that it gives are more than what anybody expects.
    You want the details of some of the games that I watched
    during this period of time and you get it.

  • customize tshirts June 8, 2015 at 11:59 PM

    Hi there, There’s no doubt that your web site may be having browser compatibility issues.

    Whenever I take a look at your website in Safari, it looks fine however
    when opening in IE, it’s got some overlapping issues.
    I simply wanted to provide you with a quick heads up! Apart from that, great blog!

  • generateur De Credit fut 15 June 7, 2015 at 9:07 AM

    Simply wish to say your article is as astonishing.
    The clarity in your post is simply great and i can assume you
    are an expert on this subject. Well with your permission let me to grab your
    feed to keep updated with forthcoming post. Thanks a
    million and please continue the gratifying work.

  • design my own tshirt May 31, 2015 at 9:43 PM

    Great beat ! I would like to apprentice whilst you amend your site, how could i
    subscribe for a weblog site? The account helped me a applicable deal.
    I were a little bit familiar of this your broadcast provided brilliant clear concept

  • natural health supplements May 31, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    You should be a part of a contest for one of the highest quality blogs on the net.
    I am going to recommend this site!

  • dermology review May 26, 2015 at 1:56 AM

    At this time I am going to do my breakfast, when having my breakfast coming over again to
    read other news.

  • massachusetts marijuana lawyer May 17, 2015 at 5:03 PM

    Excellent site you have got here.. It’s hard
    to find good quality writing like yours nowadays.
    I honestly appreciate people like you! Take care!!

  • cute hoodies May 14, 2015 at 7:14 AM

    I do consider all of the ideas you’ve introduced in your post.
    They’re very convincing and can definitely work.
    Still, the posts are very quick for novices. May just you please extend them a little from subsequent time?
    Thank you for the post.

  • custom tee shirts May 13, 2015 at 8:02 AM

    I am regular visitor, how are you everybody? This paragraph
    posted at this site is truly nice.

  • medical dictionary May 9, 2015 at 1:59 AM

    If you want to fill the entire monitor, (perhaps for a Powerpoint presentation) the commonest monitor size today is 1024 x 600 pixels, which is
    still only 0. Online shopping is a great option for individuals who are extremely busy
    in their lives and hardly get time to go out for shopping.
    There’s little time to get medical care as the disease is very
    quick in hitting the little animal.

  • know more May 8, 2015 at 10:56 AM

    Do prostaglandins encourage the growth of tumor cells.

    Bharat City is a big project of joint venture of HDFC PMS and
    BCC Groups. Exotica housing always value commitment and deliver on time.

  • supreme fucoidan May 8, 2015 at 7:51 AM

    What’s up, always i used to check blog posts here in the early hours
    in the dawn, for the reason that i love to learn more
    and more.

  • vintage designer handbags May 5, 2015 at 10:40 PM

    It’s remarkable to go to see this website and reading the views of
    all friends concerning this paragraph, while I am also keen of getting know-how.

  • nutratona skincare scam May 5, 2015 at 7:45 AM

    It’s a pity you don’t have a donate button! I’d without
    a doubt donate to this excellent blog! I guess for now i’ll settle
    for bookmarking and adding your RSS feed to my Google account.
    I look forward to new updates and will share this blog with my
    Facebook group. Chat soon!

  • ปั๊มไลค์ May 4, 2015 at 1:31 AM

    of course like your website however you need to test the spelling on several of your posts.
    A number of them are rife with spelling issues and I to find it very bothersome
    to tell the truth then again I’ll definitely come back again.

  • Copy Trade Profit Trading Software May 3, 2015 at 5:50 PM

    The accuracy  rate and the expert service are worth every
    single single penny and if you have the spending budget for it,
    I say, go for it!

  • Joel May 3, 2015 at 5:43 AM

    I must thank you for the efforts you have put in writing
    this site. I’m hoping to see the same high-grade content from you later on as well.
    In fact, your creative writing abilities has motivated me to get my own site now 😉

  • Thanks for every other informative web site. Where else
    may just I am getting that type of info written in such a perfect approach?
    I have a venture that I am just now working on, and I have been on the look out for such info.

  • how do i sell t shirts on amazon May 2, 2015 at 9:52 AM

    Good read!

  • graphic t shirts April 29, 2015 at 1:14 PM

    Every weekend i used to visit this web page, because
    i want enjoyment, since this this web site conations in fact nice funny data too.

  • Damas a domicilio April 27, 2015 at 12:16 PM

    Hello, yup this article is truly good and I have learned lot
    of things from it regarding blogging. thanks.

  • t shirt designs April 27, 2015 at 3:50 AM

    What’s up Dear, are you actually visiting this
    website regularly, if so after that you will without doubt get pleasant knowledge.

  • escapada valencia April 22, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    It’s really very complex in this active life to listen news
    on Television, so I just use world wide web for that reason, and obtain the
    most up-to-date information.

  • hoodies for men April 20, 2015 at 9:21 AM

    I’ve been browsing online more than 4 hours today, yet I
    never found any interesting article like yours. It’s pretty worth enough for me.
    In my view, if all site owners and bloggers made good content as you did, the web will be
    much more useful than ever before.

  • serwis komputerów apple April 19, 2015 at 1:32 PM

    After looking at a number of the articles on your site, I really appreciate your way of
    blogging. I book-marked it to my bookmark site list and will
    be checking back in the near future. Take a look
    at my web site too and let me know how you feel.

  • HGH Xl Review April 17, 2015 at 10:17 AM

    Hi, I want to subscribe for this weblog to obtain hottest updates,
    so where can i do it please help.

  • Diabetic Breakfast Recipes April 15, 2015 at 6:57 AM

    If you are going for best contents like myself, only pay a visit this web site daily because it gives quality contents, thanks

  • Simulation réduction pinel April 5, 2015 at 2:48 AM

    Vraiment sympa ce site simulation loi pinel, je trouve votre approche
    vraiment intéressante, Bravo pour la rédaction. je partage
    le lien de suite Pauline

  • Testo Booster April 3, 2015 at 10:46 PM

    If you wish for to get a great deal from this paragraph then you have to apply such strategies to
    your won weblog.

  • https://issuu.com/usiefkhanz April 2, 2015 at 5:43 AM

    Magnificent goods from you, man. I have understand your stuff previous
    to and you are just extremely excellent. I really
    like what you have acquired here, certainly like what you’re saying and the way in which you
    say it. You make it entertaining and you still take care of to keep it smart.
    I can not wait to read far more from you. This is really a wonderful site.

  • tienda de suplementos online March 27, 2015 at 10:01 PM

    Olá, adorei demais do seu tema! gostei pois o teor muito bem alinhado.
    estou escrevendo um blog no mesmo ramo e gostaria de ver se você tem alguma sugestão para quem está começando a escrever blog sobre este tema.
    valeu!!

  • Pristine Derma Serum March 24, 2015 at 12:11 AM

    Hello to all, how is all, I think every one is getting
    more from this web page, and your views are nice designed for new people.

  • slimming cleanse supplement March 21, 2015 at 12:42 PM

    It’s a pity you don’t have a donate button! I’d without a doubt
    donate to this fantastic blog! I suppose for now i’ll settle for bookmarking and adding your RSS feed to my Google account.
    I look forward to brand new updates and will share this blog
    with my Facebook group. Talk soon!

  • Pristine Derma care Serum March 18, 2015 at 9:48 PM

    I like what you guys are usually up too. Such clever work and reporting!

    Keep up the very good works guys I’ve incorporated you guys to our blogroll.

  • Bellesse March 15, 2015 at 12:31 PM

    Hello, this weekend is pleasant in favor of me, for
    the reason that this occasion i am reading this fantastic educational article here at my residence.

  • Renuvue Skin March 14, 2015 at 1:57 AM

    You can definitely see your skills in the article you write.
    The sector hopes for more passionate writers such as you who aren’t afraid to mention how they believe.
    Always follow your heart.

  • Vibrant Skin March 13, 2015 at 10:01 PM

    What’s up mates, how is everything, and what
    you want to say about this article, in my view its actually awesome in favor
    of me.

  • exmopedia.com March 10, 2015 at 11:57 PM

    Greetings! I’ve been reading your site for some time nnow
    and finally got tthe courage to go ahead and give you a shout out from Lubbock Tx!

    Just wanted to mention keep up the great job!

  • kenon pelaaminen March 10, 2015 at 11:47 AM

    It is more competitive and lucrative as ever but it
    is safer and professional due to it being highly regulated.
    But some of them have time limits set on the bonus play time.
    Later, while foiling a robbery attempt at a casino, his suit malfunctions again and he accidentally kills an ambassador.

  • مغاربة فرنسا February 24, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    http://www.mre24.com
    بوابة مغاربة العالم, الجالية المغربية, المغاربة المقيمين بالخارج,
    صوت الجالية المغربية,المهاجرين المغاربة, مغاربة المهجر, مغاربة العالم, مغاربة اسبانيا,
    مغاربة فرنسا, مغاربة ايطاليا, مغاربة بلجيكا, مغاربة هولندا,مغاربة المانيا, مغاربة الدانمارك,
    مغاربة السويد, مغاربة النرويج,مغاربة انجلترا,مغاربة كندا, مغاربة أمريكا, مغاربة السعودية,
    مغاربة الكويت, مغاربة قطر, المغاربة
    المغتربين,مجلس الجالية المغربية,القنصليات المغربية,
    السفارات المغربية, أخبار مغاربة العالم, شؤون
    الهجرة, أخبار الهجرة, أخبار المهاجرين, الجالية المغربية بايطاليا,
    الجالية المغربية باسبانيا, الجالية المغربية
    بأوروبا, الجالية المغربية
    بفرنسا,الجالية المغربية ببلجيكا,
    الجالية المغربية بهولندا, الجالية المغربية بالدانمارك,الجالية المغربية بالسويد, الجالية المغربية بالنورويج, الجالية المغربية بأمريكا, الجالية المغربية
    بكندا,عادل الزوبري, غرناطة, اشبيلية, برشلونة, مدريد, باريس, ليون, بروكسيل, أمستردام, كوبنهاجن,
    واشنطن,نيويورك, مونبوليي”

  • Beautemer February 15, 2015 at 7:17 PM

    It’s amazing for me to have a web page, which is helpful designed
    for my experience. thanks admin

  • KIA March 21, 2010 at 10:53 AM

    ooh you revamped the page! looks good! awesome interview! thanks for introducing us! 😉
    .-= KIA´s last blog ..Spring Style Revamp =-.