The Makeup & Hair-Hotel Valley Ho Shoot

"The Daisy"

We recently did a vintage 60's wedding shoot at the Hotel Valley Ho http://www.hotelvalleyho.com/ in Scottsdale Arizona. We were thrilled to work with Makeup and Hair Stylist Heather Wilson http://www.makeupbyheatherwilson.com/. Not only was she on point with the era, but she was right there off camera ensuring ALL details are in place! Now that's what I call a professional! Here is a small sampling of some images from the shoot. More to come...

" Feathered Lashes"

"Sixties Profile"

"Glove in Hand"

Photos by Amy and Byron Alcid-A&B Photos: http://www.anbphotos.com/

Makeup and Hair: Heather Wilson http://www.makeupbyheatherwilson.com
Wardrobe Styling: Amy Alcid & Megan Low
Models : Stephanie and Laila
Location: Hotel Valley Ho http://www.hotelvalleyho.com/

Lashawn and John's Wedding JW Marriott

Lashawn and John's Wedding at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. http://www.jwmarriottstarrpass.com/

Terrace Ceremony

Petal Toss

Flower Girl

Eternal Circles-Rings

Grooms Kiss

My Pod

The Balcony

Bride Silhouette

Bride in Light

Shoes on Bridal Bed

The Family 2009

Cool in The Pool

We recently photographed "mom to be" Patti in her pool. It was a blast and she was such a sport in the heat! You cannot really tell she is pregnant here, but I wanted to blog a bit about summer makeup again. My friends at FACE http://www.facestockholm.com/ have done a bang up job putting together their summer collection. Here is a code to FACE Stockholm Save 20% on your next purchase at facestockholm.com! Enter code PromoSpr09 at checkout. Offer expires June, 30 2009.

Face stockholm's Summer Look
Face Stockholms Summer Look Makes a Splash in Surf-Inspired Blues and Vivid Sunset Pinks! BASEA sheer application of Loose Powder #2 and Magic Wand will leave skin even without masking that natural summer glow. LIDSApply Pearl Eye Shadow #44 on the lid up to the brow bone. Top off with a touch of Details Eye Dust for shimmer and shine. Brighten the inside of the eye with Clarity Eye Dust. Use Dark Blue Matte Eye Shadow and Forceful Eye Dust on the outer lid for a smokey effect. The Dark Blue Matte Eye Shadow also does double duty as a soft liner on the top lash line. LASHESDouble up! Apply both Black and Blue Volumizing Waterproof Mascara for thick, rich lashes with a colorful twist that won’t budge, smudge or smear. CHEEKSCheeks pop with Organza Blush-On or Rio Crème Blush.LIPSFull color power and shine is achieved with Instinct Lipstick and a top coat of clear Glas.

Photo of Patti in the pool: Amy and Byron Alcid A&B Photos. www.anbphotos.com
Model in Pool: Patti McKiernan
Photo of Cool in the Pool: FACE Stockholm www.facestockholm.com

Chrysta & Dixie Shoot

CHRYSTA & DIXIE SHOOT

Last week Byron and myself (Amy) shot beautiful Chrysta and one of her families horses Dixie. Chrysta looks beautiful and dreamy perched atop Dixie, gotta love the glow! You would never know the temperature was in the triple digits, Chrysta looks perfectly dewy! I have to say Dixie was quite the horse looking straight at the camera and holding still the entire time!

Thanks Chrysta for being such a SUPER model!!

We have to give a special thanks to her mother Marcia Fetherston! She did Dixie's Hair and Make-Up! Lots of washing and soaping for Miss. Dixie! To view more pics of Chrysta and Dixie go to our photos at http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=68259824984

Photos By: Amy & Byron Alcid Hair & Makeup By: Amy Alcid

Model: Chrysta and Dixie

Looks like this was our last shoot of the season -no more daytime outdoor shoots now, it is too hot! We will be shooting indoors now or in the evening whenever possible.

Make-Up Tips For The Heat!
1. Before applying any make-up wash and exfoliate. This will get rid of oil that breaks down makeup and exfoliating will remove dead and dry skin creating smoother skin. Try Mark Go with the grain light exfoliating beads. http://shop.avon.com/shop/product.aspx?pf_id=35808&from=search&find_spec=exfoliator&camp=200912&dir_delivery=1&rep_delivery=1

2. Skip heavy foundation and go for tinted moisturizer. Lighter and less likely to cake from the heat. FACE Stockholm has a great one with an SPF of 20! http://www.facestockholm.com/core/PRODDisp/?ProdId=200

3. Use cream to powder eyeshadows that will dry on the lid and will stay put! Try Benefit's creasless shadow. http://www1.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=245879&CategoryID=39816

4. Use Waterproof Eyeliner, smudge in a bit for a softer look that will not slide. Try Revlon ColorStay Eyeliner Pencil in 8 shades. This waterproof eyeliner can stay on up to 16 hours!http://www.revlon.com/ProductCatalog/ProductDetails.aspx?CategoryID=3&SubCategoryID=9&ProductID=47

5. Waterproof mascara. The heat only helps smudge regular mascara. See if your fave brand comes in a waterproof version. Maybe you want someting new, try Max Factor Stretch & Separate Waterproof Mascara. Check out some reviews. http://www.totalbeauty.com/reviews/product/6095161/max-factor-stretch-separate-waterproof-mascara

6. Forget lipstick in a tube. Go for the wands-they are already liquid. Line and fill lips with a pencil that is your lip tone and swipe lips with your choice of wand lipgloss and go! Try the wands from face too many to choose from! http://www.facestockholm.com/core/PRODDisp/?ProdId=12

7. Last bun not least set makeup at the end with EVIAN Evian® Brumisateur® Facial Spray Mineral Water Spray(Imported from Evian-les-Bains, France) http://www.shopevian.com/c-7-brumisateur-facial-spray.aspx

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