I’m so excited to to introduce our newest addition to the Dylan List, make-up artist Maria McGregor! Maria owns Colorado based company Wonderfully Made. She is a fashion and wedding make-up artist and we are so excited to have her be a part of the LDW family.
Name: Maria McGregor
Location: Colorado
Company Name: Wonderfully Made
Tell us a little about what you do?
I am a freelance makeup artist and also own my company called Wonderfully Made Makeup Artistry.
How long have you been in business?
I’ve been freelancing for a while but I started my company in the beginning of 2009.
What inspired you to start your business/studio?
The inspiration came from the wonderful women I did makeup for. I loved seeing the reactions of confidence after doing their makeup. So I took a leap of faith and decided to start my own business focusing on that very thing, making wonderful women feel beautiful not just on the outside but also on the inside, which is the most important thing.
What is your favorite thing about your business/studio?
Wow, that’s hard question. There are a lot things I love about my business. So, other than shopping for makeup, one of my favorite things is getting to travel to different places in Colorado that I have never visited before. Its exciting and so adventurous for me. And the best part is going back home and telling my family all the cool and beautiful places I got to see on the way to my job.
Was there a defining moment when you knew you picked the right career path?
When I decided to start my business it was like a breath of fresh air. If you know me I’m an entrepreneur minded person so when I decided to step out on faith and start my business I knew this is what I was called to do.
When you built your business what style would say you built it around? (ie, classic, modern, vintage)
I say a little bit of everything. Because of the industry I am in every style can be incorporated, but I just love taking it to the next level. I’m all about using different styles but putting my own twist on them.
When working with people how do you help bring the vision for the event to life?
I ask questions, lots of questions! I also ask my clients to give me pictures of makeup styles and colors so that I have a visual idea of what they’re looking for.
Where do you go for inspiration? (ie blogs, magazines)
My inspirations come from other makeup artist’s work. So weather it’s from magazines, commercials or other portfolios, I love to see fellow makeup artist’s work. It inspires me then I put my own techniques and flavor on it. That is what is great about the makeup industry. There is more than one-way to do things.
Is there anything else you want people to know about you and your business /studio?
Yes, I am a christian makeup artist that strives to make each of my clients happy with the gift God has given me. I love what I do and the best part is meeting new wonderful people that become great friends.
