The Makeup Show Chicago 2015

It's going down November 7th (9am-6pm)and 8th(9am-5pm) at the Bridgeport Art Center! As someone who has attended every time The Makeup Show has hit Chicago, I'm extra excited for this year's show. If you are a professional makeup artist, hairstylist or student, you should attend this event at least once.  The networking and educational opportunities are on next level status. I'm talking seminars and workshops featuring Derrick Rutledge, AJ Crimson, Danessa Myricks, Orlando Santiago, James Vincent and my personal fave (Taraji P. Henson's too), Ashunta Sheriff. Brands like Crown Brush (LOVE them!), Gleam by Melanie Mills, Magnolia Makeup, Smashbox, MAC Pro, Inglot, Cinema Secrets, Make Up For Ever, Nars and Bdellium Tools will all be present and offering product (some discounted).

Although I will miss a few of the regular vendors/attendees like the amazing David Klasfield of OCC (Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics) and the blogger's blogger Afrobella, I'll be there with bells on and ready to soak in the experience as always.  After many years of merely attending and shopping between workshops, I am actually working at the show both days.  This is very exciting for me although I currently have no idea of what exactly I'll be doing.  I've been a member of The Powder Group for a few years now and it hit me last year that I should engage more and participate in the behind-the-scenes work instead of enjoying the perks only (like the seminars and shopping).  So, whether I'm carrying a mic around for audience questions during a seminar, helping set up tables or carrying somebody's bags, I will be giving back to the community that recharges my makeup mojo every year.  With all the on the ground promo we've been doing, the turnout should be massive.

If you're in the Chicago area, or can be in a few weeks, you should check us out at www.themakeupshow.com for tickets and information.  You won't regret it!