LG Images - My journey of photography

             After quitting my job at a professional photography studio, over the past few months I kind of have honestly been missing the whole photo shoot experience and the process of transforming someone. I was shooting people outdoors but since this weather has gotten chilly, it has put me in a rut until now. When I started working there I was asked if I thought I could be a photographer and really didn’t believe I was one. I always took photos of everything and everyone but never really thought this is the trade I want to do. Besides that I didn’t want the photographer to think I was there to learn photography and actually she kind of pushed me in that direction. I just wanted to be a team, be the makeup/hair/fashion person. All of that obviously didn’t work out but in a way it did. It made me realize I have a hidden talent for photography and this was a way for me to combine my skills.

            This is my first time setting up a studio in my home and actually shooting someone using backdrops and props. I got a lot of experience shooting them and at my computer editing as well. In photography I find it an endless way to create art and with every shot there is always something new to learn. For a couple months there I thought I needed to wait to even try to shoot someone until I have a better camera, better space, better this and that but looked at what I have and used it the best way I know.  The thought in the back of my mind was, “God can’t bless you with more if you don’t use what He has already given you”, that was enough motivation for me. I took the time to find everything around my home to use clothes, back drops, created hair pieces and props, etc.

         I’m really proud of myself for doing this and see this as a start of more work to come. I’m having so much fun and love the direction my work is going. I recently was asked if I would like to have my work published and achieved my first magazine publication. It’s all a blessing and I am so excited to see where this can go. I have also been inquired about my prices and will have a price list available on FB and this blog soon. I invite you to see what I have been up too. You can view all my shoots on the Facebook page: www.facebook.com/lgimagesartstudio

Here are some of my favorite shots from the last 2 weeks:

Model: Megan Miller

 

 

 

Model: Amanda Dunlap

 

Have a Glamorous Day,

xoxo Lindsay

3-D Makeup Tutorial - Spring 2013 Trend

            Spring is nearly here and I love this season's trends!! I watch a lot of fashion shows and came across a few intresting inspiring ideas. I added my own flavor and twist to create this awesome"3-D" look! I think that this would be great for the runway, photoshoots, maybe even out to the club! Something fun and very different. I invite you to watch my tutorial video.

For the eyes:

 

Craft Hologram Paper and Scissors

Eyelashes

Mascara for

 

For the face:

My Beauty Addiction

3W Liquid Foundation, #6 Honey Anti-Aging Powder Foundation, Light Mineral Concealer

www.mybeautyaddiction.com

www.etsy.com/shop/mybeautyaddiction

 

 For the lips:

Craft store rhinestones

eyelash glue

My Beauty Addiction products;

Emerald Lipstick and Poison Sugar Babies Lip Glaze

www.mybeautyaddiction.com

www.etsy.com/shop/mybeautyaddiction

 

I hope you enjoyed this tutorial, it was so much fun to do and wear.

Stay Glamorous,

xo Lindsay

 

Violetta- Purple Makeup Tutorial

My latest makeup video tutorial! Sexy purple lips and purple sparkly eyes.

 

Makeup Used:

My Beauty Addiction Cosmetics
3w Liquid Foundation
Honey #6 Powder
Diamond Dazzle Dust
Goddess Bronzer
Shadow Poxy Primer
Wicked, Halo, Skydancer Shadows
Cliche, Meteorite Glitter
Violetta Lipstick
Stargazer Sugar Babies Lip Glaze
Foiling/Lining Medium
www.mybeautyaddiction.com
www.etsy.com/shop/mybeautyaddiction

 

I'd love to know what you think, so leave a comment and let me know if you would rock this look.

 

Stay Glamorous,

xo Lindsay

DIY: Collar Necklace

 

 

I went out window shopping this past weekend, browsing for some trends that I can use for DIY. I seen TONS of different collar neckaces in all the stores. The looked really simple to make and looked like something I could do to refurbish my old jewelry pieces. I noticed others online had similar tutorials but I used stuff you more then likely already have. I hate having  to make a trip to craft store for just one item... reuse, recycle, everything!!  :)
One necklace takes about 2 hours to complete.

Video Tutorial:

Stay Glamorous xo
Lindsay

 

DIY: Corner Rack for Scarfs or Clutches

I really needed some space and I had my scarfs hung over the door and everywhere else around the house. I made these 2 racks for my things.

Check out my video for how to! :)

 

 

So easy and now organized for perfect viewing!

Stay Glamorous,

xo Lindsay

DIY: 5 Lace Fashion Crafts with Bonus Earring Display Craft

Fun and super Easy ways to revive some of your items with lace!

Learn How in my Video:

 

I love crafting, have fun and stay glamorous!

xo xo Lindsay

Carley's Haven Jewelry

 I got the chance to review this lovely handmade jewelry by

Carly's Haven

 

I love handmade jewelry because its so incrediably unique. You can't make an exact replica, I love that about pieces like this. The quality and craftsmanship is excellect from this store. I enjoy the creators attention to details.

The package arrived safely and quickly,

everything inside was perfect and exactly what it looked like in the product photo on the site.

I got a necklace and earrings.

 Teal Polka Dot feather earrings with plum bead accents, perfect match for my necklace.

 Gorgeous elephant pendant adorned with an array

of purples and grays in the stones that are layered precisly on this necklace.

Beautiful!

(back of elephant)

 Details <3

 (front of elephant)

 

I love these pieces, you can go check out the shop if you'd like here:

www.carlyshaven.etsy.com

 

Stay Glamorous,

xo Lindsay

 

Wet N Wild FAUNA Collection Look/Swatch

I grabbed up this collection during the spring/summer of this year. I used it a few times and finally have a share worthy look. It was really affordable, I think only $4.99. I got mine at Walgreens.

You recieve a full sized lip gloss, eye shadow trio, blush, and nail polish. This is the sister to the FLORA collection I reviewed earlier this year. This is more for warm skin tones and the flora is more for cool collections. I use them both, but just a recommendation. ;)

 eyeshadows, blush, and gloss swatch

I think they are not as pigmented as the usual palettes they carry.

 These are much more shimmery but workable.

 Teal or No Teal

was the polish shade in this collection. Shimmery and

dries very quickly and smooth.

 Fauna Palette

I used a silver as my base for this shadow, I don't like using this palette without a base, its too dull for my skin tone. Besides I love vibrant and the shimmery silver base helped hold that color.

 Pearlescent Pink 831E

A really nice darker rosey blush

Glass Confusion 311A

I really love this shimmery light pink gloss, its in a squeezable tube too.

 Nice palette mix.

This was a fun look match my pretty jewelry from Carley's Haven, which is up next to be reviewed. ;)

 

Stay Glamorous,

xoxo Lindsay

Glamorized: Mandrea

Mandrea stopped by for some glam time! Check out this hottie! :)

I used My Beauty Addiction Shadows Tangerine Tango, Sandcastle, and Gaia

Her cheeks are adorned with Spiced Apricot Mineral Blush and

Carmello lip butter on her lips from

My Beauty Addiction.

 I call this look Naturally Sexy.

Those baby blues! <3

 For her hair I curled her hair quickly and loosely. I also gave her some volume at the crown.

Gorgeousness <3

Check out her images on my photography page.

https://www.facebook.com/#!/media/set/?set=a.191248217677500.47693.159600440842278&type=1

 

Stay Glamorous,

xo Lindsay