Celebrity Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist Katie B

You have to get Katie B as your MUA! :D I saw her pictures on MySpace and I instantly KNEW I wanted to have her! Even though, it wasn't exactly in our budget.
I did a make-up trial and engagement pics with Katie and Shaun back in August. I'm the type of person who doesn't wear make up. I just put moisturizer and go. Katie asked me a few questions about myself and make-up just so she can get an idea for the trial.
The day of, I wasn't nervous really. I had faith that she would not cake on make-up. I've had make up done for me in the past and I HATED it when they did that! Katie and Shaun came to my apartment and she worked her magic. I told her I wanted to look natural since I didn't wear much make-up. I don't remember how long it took but boy was she quick. I saw the final results and I was speechless. My jaw dropped! I actually felt pretty! My future MIL came over and saw me and she was speechless, too. She commented how gorgeous I looked and how flawless the make-up was. (Now my MIL wants to get it done by her, too!) I looooved it! It was too bad I had to wash off the make-up before I went to sleep.
I totally recommend Katie! She's totally cool and listens to your concerns and ACTUALLY does what you want! She's extremely easy to work with and responds to all your questions/emails/text/phone calls in a timely manner, which I tend to do a lot. =P I made the right investment by booking her!! It's money well spent and I would sacrifice in other areas to get her!!! I could go on and on all day...what are you waiting for?! Go book her now! :D

Katie B has done makeup and hair for me since my college years. From the first time she did my makeup for a special occasion back in college, compelling my mom to rave about her to this day, I have been ever since running back to Katie, happily, to doll me up. Her talent and expertise doesn't just begin and end with makeup - she's a phenomenal hair stylist as well! As a matter of fact, I recently purchased her hair extensions and what a wonderful investment it was! I receive numerous numerous compliments every time I wear them. People are stunned and shocked when I tell them it's hair extensions! They look THAT natural.

Katie is responsive, knowledgable, and extremely easy to work with. She works extremely hard to make you happy in achieving the look you want. She treats you like a friend, which quite frankly, is awesome because I hate dealing with vendors because the experience can be impersonal. With her numerous years of experience and her experience with doing makeup for celebrities, I trust her COMPLETELY with my face and hair...and I'm an extremely picky person!

Although I'm not able to book Katie due to conflicts, her work looks absolutely gorgeous and she has been so helpful even though I wasn't able to book her. Normally, if you aren't able to book for whatever reason, people don't pay attention to you anymore but Katie has continued be very helpful and kind! Her products on her website look great and the reviews on there just make it so hard NOT to try them out! Can't wait to buy her products!!! Thanks again Katie for all of your help!

Love,
Phoebe

I was so fortunate to be able to have Katie B. do my hair and makeup as well as all my bridesmaid's makeup. She EXCEEDED my expectations!!! I knew she was going to do such a great job that I didn't even schedule a trail with her. Katie B. came on time and finished on time...she even stayed around a little for the ceremony to touch me up a little before it all started. We got so many compliments!! I cut my hair a few days before the wedding because I was going to have extensions...and no one could tell I was wearing them. My hair was long, beautiful and natural looking. We all loved the way the makeup felt...not heavy at all and it stayed on ALL night, even with all the dancing and drinking!

Throughout the whole wedding planning process, Katie B. was like a friend....she always responded quickly and was always very helpful..even AFTER the wedding. I don't think I could have trusted anyone one else. Thank you Katie B.!!!

There are three things you should know about me: 1) I'm not good at putting my own makeup on, 2) I like getting good deals, and 3) I'm very particular about most things. Most of my family (who live abroad) was not able to attend my wedding, so I needed spectacular pictures to send them - and I was stressed about wanting to look my best.

My worries melted away when I met Katie. She's professional without being cold. She's actually a very kind and warm-spirited person. I didn't feel like just another appointment in her book. She called me before each session (trial and wedding) to check on how I was doing. She took the time to help me research hair jewelry - which I didn't even know existed until she told me about it! She found a store 10 minutes away from my office, where I bought a lovely haircomb with feathers. She also helped me select a hairstyle (she was very patient with my indecisiveness, refer to #3 above), which I would never have thought of. Both went perfectly with my dress.

Then there's her work on makeup - it was immaculate. I'm not sure how else to describe it. She made my eyes and skin look like they never have before (refer to #1 above)! Sturdy is another word that comes to mind - I didn't need any touchups, except lip gloss of course (although Katie's lip laquer really toughs it out). On regular days, my eyeshadow and under-eye concealer are running after 5 hours. Katie's work lasted the whole 10 hours, even when I turned into a dance machine after several drinks. =)

What impressed me the most, aside from her kindness, was her work ethic. I almost think she cared about how I looked more than I did (refer to #3 above)! She spent time stepping back and analyzing my makeup to make sure it was flawless. She made sure every single hair was in place, and secure - without having it look like a hard helmet. And mind you, I was her second bride of the day. While sitting in her chair, I had a chance to hear about her personal life, her exciting assignments/adventures, as well as her 3am call times, frequent travels, and long days… but she never complained. I can tell that she loves her job, which made my experience even better. I trust her completely.

This was the best money I spent on the wedding (refer to #2 above). It relieved me of a great amount of stress, knowing that my hair and makeup looked perfect in the photos. I've gotten countless compliments on how I looked on my wedding day. The experience also led me to meet a wonderful person that I plan on keeping in touch with for years to come.

well what can i say about katie and shaun they work great together. Katie made our day a special one since the minute they arrived up until the end of our wedding they work hard to make a beautifull bride and groom happy. I think she truly lives up to her quote " some are born wealthy.But most are succesfull because they try" Personally to me that itself describes Katie and Shaun. You would NOT regret hiring them, i give them 10 stars hahah!!!! :o)

Katie B. was fantastic!!! She did such an amazing job and I could not have been happier with how my hair and makeup turned out on my wedding day. I just wish I could afford her for every special event!

Katie B is WELL worth EVERY penny spent. Her work in makeup and hair is PHENOMENAL. I had the pleasure of having her do my makeup for my wedding and my ONLY regret is that I did not have her do my hair as well. Katie is professional, down to earth, and really makes you feel comfortable. She really is fabulous! If I could, I would hire her to do my makeup everyday---that is how good she is. Katie B also has her own line of cosmetics which as also amazing! Trust me, you will love what she does!

I first encountered Katie B when she did makeup for an acquaintance of mine that I have known for a while. After I discovered who was responsible for her make-up I decided to check out Katie's website and saw all the other makeup she has done. I also started purchasing Katie's products like her mascara and eye shadows. I was so impressed with her products that I decided to contact her to do my bridal makeup and hair for my wedding in May of 2007. Katie is very personable with her clients and showed her professionalism. She also gave me a call the day before the wedding day to make sure everything was OK.

Katie did a fabulous job on my makeup and hair. I could not decide on any kind of look I wanted or what colors to use and totally trusted her to make me look beautiful. (and she did!) I also ordered necklaces from Katie's jewelry line for my bridesmaids who wore them that day.

Two years after the wedding, I still keep in touch with Katie and use her products.
I would highly recommend both Katie and her products to anyone.

Katie B is everything you would want in a makeup artist, friend, a partner and everything else. I initially found Katie B on a friend's myspace and i couldn't wait till her faux lash mascura launched. When her makeup line launched i was ordering them left and right, and then i knew she would be the one to do my makeup and hair for my engagement/wedding. Honesty I didn't even have to look at her work to book her, I trusted her jugemetn that she would do an amazing job and YES INDEED she did!! She exceeded my expectations, and her prices are reasonable too. Katie B is so fun to work with.

My first booking was for my engagement 7/26/2008. I told her that I usually wear light makeup, so she made me look so natural and yet I looked like the most beautiful bride-to-be ever. She was pretty fast too, and she did an excellent job. I would totally recommend Katie B. Two thumbs up!!!

My second booking was this past weekend for a pre-wedding shoot in San Diego, 6/22/2009. My initial time for us to shoot was around 1pm, but Katie B and Shaun B suggested that we shoot around 5pm to get the sunset. Plus shootting at 1pm would be too much lighting. So we grabbed lunch and hung out for a while. Shaun and Katie are soo much fun to hang out with. She is my sister (the sister i've never had).

I have another booking with Katie B on my wedding day, 8/8/2009 in Worcester, MA. I cannot wait!!!! She is so worth every penny that I am giving her. Her techiques and loving personality makes her the best person to hire for your special day!!!

oxox

Katie B is probably one of the most honest, loving, intuitive, and artistic person I now know...My heart was set on her for hair, makeup, and pictures the minute I saw her work on myspace. Well my day came true the minute she walked into my house to get started on her work. She not only was so much fun to talk with, she made me feel like we had known each other for years. I have to admit, I was nervous about how I would look after the makeup was all complete; would I look like myself, would I look too "done up," etc...When it finally came time to reveal her "magic" I was astonished and extremely dazzled. I LOVED IT! Everything about my makeup, my hair, and how I felt the minute I saw myself in the mirror is honestly hard to explain. I never felt so gorgeous in my life. The simplest way to probably put it is, she is who I want for my makeup, hair, and photography for my big day. Without Katie B & Shaun, my wedding day WILL NOT be everything I ever wanted or dreamed of, thats how IMPORTANT Katie B & Shaun's work & presence means to both myself and Patrick. (my fiance)

If you're a bride that is hesitant about how to select a makeup & hair artist, I can make the choice easier for you; CHOOSE KATIE B. She will listen to what you want, she will assist you in more ways than one, and she will make you come out of your shell to help calm all the butterflies. She is not only talented in multiple ways, she is an amazing PERSON too, so you can't go wrong choosing Katie B because you will get the WHOLE package!


If I had all the money in the world to have Katie B make me look flawless everyday, I wouldn't hesitate! Thats how major my recommendation is on her work!

GO KATIE B & SHAUN!!!

MUAH

From the word go, my fiance had her heart set on having Katie B do her makeup for our engagement and wedding photos and after seeing her work first hand and getting the opportunity to meet her I can understand why. The care and effort she put into my fiance's makeup was outstanding. Even better is the fact that she took the time to get to know us and treat us as friends and not just clients. She is a very genuine person who cares about her work and the people she is taking care of. What is even more is she goes well beyond the extra mile. She took time to help us select outfits for the photo and listened to the look we were going for. Additionally she help's shoot the pictures which told us we didn't have to ever worry about a missed opportunity or shot. To see how happy and beautiful she made my fiance feel I know she was worth every penny and then some. You do not need to give it a second thought. Katie B. is the only choice for your special day.

I was sooo nervous about my makeup and hair but not anymore. I am grateful that I found Katie. She is super sweet and made me feel beautiful inside and out. It is very important for me to be relaxed on my wedding day since I tend to get nervous, after my trial with Katie I know that I am in good hands, and all my worries have disappeared. I was stressed because I normally have clear skin however recently I have developed a bad case of acne, Katie was able to cover it up and made my skin look flawless. Katie also made me feel really comfortable during the trial, she didn't treat me like I was just another appointment, but made me feel like she understood how important my wedding is to me, and therefore really listened to what I had to say and succeeded in making me look even more beautiful than I imagined. My advice to future brides is to not spend money on trials with other makeup artists, Katie's experience and talent will ensure that every bride's dream look is achieved.

Katie is amazing! My wedding would not have been as great if it wasn't for her makeup and hairstyling abilities. I'm really picky when it comes to makeup and hair and I had to go through 5 other hair and makeup trials with other artists before I found Katie. When she did my hair and makeup trial, I booked her on the spot because she just made me look amazing. I wish I would have found her sooner rather than wasting my money and time with other artists. She was able to work with my oily skin and long hair without any problems. My foundation looked flawless and she was able to add gorgeous curls to my long, straight hair and she did it fast considering the amount of hair I have. I definitely recommend her without hesitation. She's wonderful to work with, she's sweet, professional and talented. Thanks Katie!

Katie is wonderful. Her make up was amazing. I got so many compliments that day, it was fabulous. I was very happy with her work and I am so glad I found her and she was able to do my make up.
If you can afford her, I definetly hire her to do your hair and make up. You will not regret it.

Hi Katie,



Katie -- I just wanted to drop you a note to tell you that I thought my new daughter-in-law, Diana, was gorgeous on her wedding day. Her makeup was unbelievable--you did a fabulous job. You sure are great! Her hair was terrific, too, and she told me how long it took to make it look that way. I have recommended you to a friend who's daughter is getting married next May. She's crazy if she doesn't use you! I wish you well on your new life as a lawyer--good luck on that pesky bar exam. Will you still be doing makeup? I can't imagine with your talent that you would give it up although those billing hours for new attorneys can get overwhelming. Thanks again for adding to the beautiful day. I hope she sends you a photo so you can see her in her dress and veil. Thank you so much for helping make Diana's wedding day absolutely perfect in every way.

Katie B is the best out there! I did a photoshoot with her and she just knew how to bring out my natural beauty. The hair was also amazing. So many people complimented me. I totally recommend Katie for anyone's wedding hair and makeup. She is very down to earth and she will definitely make you the most beautiful bride on your special day.
Oh and her makeup line is awesome!!!

I love Katie B's artistic talent with makeup!!! I personally would recommend her to all my family and friends. She was so nice and fun to work with. I know its a little pricey but for the quality its really priceless for your once in a lifetime wedding day. Thank you Katie for making my special day so perfect!

Sincerely,
Mai

I had Katie B do my makeup and hair for both my engagement photo session and my wedding. I can't explain how beautiful and glamourous I felt! On a daily basis I have a simple and natural look, and Katie B did a fabulous job on selecting a color palete that complemented me without making me over done but at the samtime my wedding images captured the beautiful colors of her mineral makeup line (which I love! I have a few of her products that I cannot get enough of).
I was so happy that she also styles hair because she did on awesome job. Katie B. Is like an all in one service, she's talented and is great at what she does.

Katie B. gave me more than what I could have ever asked for. She gave me the ability to take my husband's breath away. Everyone comments how beautiful I looked that day, and it almost makes me sad that it's over. I can't wait for my best friend to get married so I can fly Katie out here again to make me beautiful! In addition, I will definitely be setting up a photoshoot with Shaun and have Katie make me over. I exclusively wear Katie B. makeup--it is the BEST!

Wow, where do I even begin with Katie B? She is the sweetest person ever. She is a wonderful person to be around because of her amazing auora. She wants to do whatever possible to make a bride feel beautiful on her special day. Katie B took into consideration a look that I wanted, and created it above and beyond to fit my personality. I know absolutely nothing about hair and makeup. I'm simply a masacra, chapstick, and straightened hair kind of girl, so I'm usually scared to have my hair and makeup done by anyone. With Katie B, however, I trusted her completely. I've seen her work, and I was comfortable with having her take total control on how I looked for such an important and meaningful day. Her work using her own makeup line is completely flawless untouched in pictures, and I didn't even feel or look like I was wearing much makeup. I also had the privlige of using her hair extensions. They were the most natural looking things. Many could not tell that they were extensions until they had asked me how my hair was so long and full. They also happened to be clip-on, which made removing as simple as bobby pins. Shuan was also wonderful to be around. He just made the energy on the set even more enjoyable. He works hard to capture the best pictures and is such a kind person.

I give my highest reccomendation for Katie B and Shuan to anyone looking to look stunning and flawless on their big day- you wont regret it, I promise!

Okay at first I was reluctant to get my makeup done because I am the type of girl who does not wear alot of makeup plus of the cost. It was for my best friends wedding and I was her maid of honor so she wanted me to look good. Katie B was so sweet and made me feel comfortable enough where I could trust her. She is worth the money, especially because I was dancing at my best friend's wedding the whole night and I didnt even need a touch up!!! It didnt even feel like I was wearing any make up either. I felt beautiful and my best friend looked even more stunning. Katie is really good at what she does and when it's time for me to walk down the aisle I will be using her.. :)

Katie and her assistants did an absolutely phenomenal job on makeup and hair for me (the bride), my bridesmaids, as well as the moms of the bride and groom. We were so happy, I can't even describe it! Katie was so punctual, even though she had to wake up super early and start us at 5am!! We were all very impressed by her professionalism and attention to detail. I would recommend her to anyone who wants to look fabulous on her wedding day!!!

Hi Katie,

It was a pleasure working with you, also! I just wanted to thank you for being soooo awesome to work with! I do apologize for the lack of space you two had to work with in my HUGE room (haha). =) I can't tell you how many compliments I've received from my friends and guests! You did a great job with both my hair and make-up... and it surely showed! =)

We appreciate and are honored to have the opportunity to work with such a beautiful, talented and friendly person! I am soooo happy I found you on myspace! I hope to work with you again, one day! For sure, without a doubt... you are on my A-list... all friends and family will be referred to you! I will pass the good word around- we want for our peeps to work with you in the future!

Again, thank you soooo much!

The best there is! No need to look any further; she travels to your location if you are not in the LA area (i'm from San Diego). I met Katie when she did hair and makeup for my sister's wedding last October. I decided then that I needed her for my wedding this past August and that I wouldn't hire anyone else!

First, she is super sweet and easy to get along with. Having a connection with someone who is to do your hair and makeup is highly important to me. Katie and her team are very professional, yet fun at the same time. You're guaranteed to be laughing and enjoying the entire time it takes for her to do your hair/makeup.

Additionally, she is skilled at what she does and and will have your hair and makeup done with precision in a short amount of time (as compared to other makeup artists I have worked with). You can tell the difference of her work as compared to other makeup artists and the makeup (and hair) will last all night! It looks so good that you don't want to ever take it off! Both my hair and makeup looked like perfection thanks to Katie!

She also uses her own makeup line which is far better than most other makeup brands I have worn; even better than what you find at Mac and Sephora. I requested for her to compile a list of all of her own Katie B products that she used on me so that I could buy them all!

I truly felt like a bride on my wedding day and I received so many compliments as did my 11 bridesmaids. I have never felt so beautiful in my life! She is that good! I even had people asking me or my hubby about Katie B for their future weddings!

She works in multiple arenas outside of the wedding industry and her before and after pictures (you can find on facebook or myspace) are truly remarkable!

You can't go wrong when hiring Katie B. Not only is it worth the investment, you gain a friendship out of the experience!

Hi Katie --

How thoughtful of you to send a thank you, when we are the ones who are so grateful to you! What an awesome talent you are, and you truly worked magic on Sunday.

To say we are so pleased with the beautiful job you did is a pitiful understatement! Pilar looked fabulous, and Ryan, her groom, kept saying how beautiful she looked.

You can be certain that we will give you the highest recommendation to anyone who asks us about hair and make-up artists and urge them to book you.

Aww kind of makes me sad my wedding is all over now. You did an amazing job, and if I knew then that Shaun was into photography, I would have had him do our pictures too. You have me something I will never, ever forget—the chance to take my husband’s breath away on our wedding day!! :D Thank you thank you thank you!

Katie & Shaun, you both made not only our engagement photos gorgeous but you both made our day more than what we could EVER ask for!!! We HEART you both too...

I highly recommend Katie B for makeup and hair styling for wedding days. She brings out the beauty in everyone and is very easy to work with. She even won Best Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist in LA by MyFoxLA. She is the best in the business!