Have you ever done anything fun with bobby pins? Do you like this did you try it how easy was it? Leave a comment lemme know!! :)
LT
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
How-to Bobby Pin Flower...
I did this on my model for my last shoot thought it would be a great How-to hope you enjoy!
Monday, April 11, 2011
More images...
Here is more of me having fun with the showing of bobby pins I simply placed them one by one on a pivot until it created this little flower.
Mary Poppins esc my model is a Nanny by profession so we had fun with this one!! 
Inspired by Beyonce's music video and for the life of me I cant think of the song it was sorry but I LOVED her extra long braid! 
How cute and clean this image is! The braid was made from a track of none human hair ( like barbie hair so it cant be curled or heated up) but its cheap and good for looks like this I wrapped it around a ponytail of my clients real hair then split it in three and placed a braid! Hope you like :) Leave a comment!! LT
PICTURES!!!
Well I am so excited to share these images with you all. When I decided it was time to "Go back to work"... in translation start this blog, Youtube videos, website, and start taking clients again I automatically thought I really need some new images! Especially since I could not find a professional picture taken of me that I was not pregnant in! LOL. So here they are the start of my new image for all my professional promotion tools and the start of my portfolio. You might recognize some of the clothes they are part of my personal wardrobe ;) and my make up artist couldn't make it (see previous post for reason). But at the end of the day I think I am off to a good start I am thankful for what came of the day and I look forward to seeing everything being put to use!! Tell me what you think I cant wait!!
First look I added in some light and dark blonde extensions through out the bottom of my models hair to create more fullness and a few inches of length. An aqua headband for a fun spin on a center split and of course we could all handle a little more peace in our lives ;)
Second look was inspired by what is going on with all of the spring 11' fashion shows bright colors are in. If I can add I am not really excited about this but when I found these barrettes at Sally's I thought what a great way to stay up on the trends without going overboard. I simply pulled back and placed a barrette every couple inches then criss crossed it in the back to connect.
I LOVE this image my model even without makeup is so gorgeous and this was her first time modeling :) I think she did a fantastic job and we had a blast! This picture makes her look like a pro ;)
This Faux Bob was inspired by Bumble and Bumble stylists. I rolled her length up and pinned to her base (scalp) pulling out layers to overlap and create a more realistic effect. She was a trooper but wont be cutting it for real anytime soon.
This was FUN inspired by one of my all time fav girls Gwenny Gwenn ;) a mohawk like up-do with exposed bobby pins. The bobby pins were inspired by Amber the teacher of an up-do class I took while working at Carlton Hair International. I think showing bobby pins is fun, edgy and against the grain ;)
Another image with the Faux Bob I think this girl is so pretty and she pulled off no makeup so well! Those eyes Lips n teeth! Hispanic and Dutch make a good mix!! :D
and here I am doing my thing... I get a very serious look on my face while I work even though inside I am squealing like a pig excited!! When we were shooting the previous pictures I was standing behind the photographer jumping up and down "Oh I love it" "OOO OO that one is fun!" hee hee I love what I do! I love that its not work! and things like this remind me of all that!! Thanks to Lydsey (My Model) Matt Weybright (The Photographer Mattweybright.com) and Janie (His wife) they had just moved the day before! I was so thankful she let him work :) and a very very BIG THANKS to all of you who read watch and follow it is because of you that I have an excuse to book moments like this! As always thanks for reading and looking! Leave a comment tell me what you think!!
First look I added in some light and dark blonde extensions through out the bottom of my models hair to create more fullness and a few inches of length. An aqua headband for a fun spin on a center split and of course we could all handle a little more peace in our lives ;) 
Second look was inspired by what is going on with all of the spring 11' fashion shows bright colors are in. If I can add I am not really excited about this but when I found these barrettes at Sally's I thought what a great way to stay up on the trends without going overboard. I simply pulled back and placed a barrette every couple inches then criss crossed it in the back to connect.
I LOVE this image my model even without makeup is so gorgeous and this was her first time modeling :) I think she did a fantastic job and we had a blast! This picture makes her look like a pro ;)
This Faux Bob was inspired by Bumble and Bumble stylists. I rolled her length up and pinned to her base (scalp) pulling out layers to overlap and create a more realistic effect. She was a trooper but wont be cutting it for real anytime soon.
This was FUN inspired by one of my all time fav girls Gwenny Gwenn ;) a mohawk like up-do with exposed bobby pins. The bobby pins were inspired by Amber the teacher of an up-do class I took while working at Carlton Hair International. I think showing bobby pins is fun, edgy and against the grain ;) 
Another image with the Faux Bob I think this girl is so pretty and she pulled off no makeup so well! Those eyes Lips n teeth! Hispanic and Dutch make a good mix!! :D
and here I am doing my thing... I get a very serious look on my face while I work even though inside I am squealing like a pig excited!! When we were shooting the previous pictures I was standing behind the photographer jumping up and down "Oh I love it" "OOO OO that one is fun!" hee hee I love what I do! I love that its not work! and things like this remind me of all that!! Thanks to Lydsey (My Model) Matt Weybright (The Photographer Mattweybright.com) and Janie (His wife) they had just moved the day before! I was so thankful she let him work :) and a very very BIG THANKS to all of you who read watch and follow it is because of you that I have an excuse to book moments like this! As always thanks for reading and looking! Leave a comment tell me what you think!! LT
Saturday, March 26, 2011
3_Mini Up-Dos
This video has been I think my funnest yet! I filmed 3 things I do with my hair for DIY up dos. My Favorite is the side braid....
Thanks for watching!!
LT :)
A Series of Unfortunate Events
As I promised via twitter this post will be all about the adventure of Photo shoot day!! Well adventure makes it sound like it was all fun and games not so much. In fact it was more like a series of miss fortunate events. Lucky for me once shooting started things flowed as smooth as honey! Mind you lack of assistant and Make-up Artist made for a crazy busy LT. You know looking back on it all as I drove to the studio I thought to myself "this is my life, crazy always seems to sneak its way in, why am I acting surprised?" Truth be told I handled the situation like the pro that I am, its a rare instance that any "event" be it a casual wedding, extravagant photo shoot, or maybe a beauty pageant, that absolutely nothing goes wrong! If you have been in this business even for a short while you know this. I have witnessed on plenty occasions brides freaking out that things are running late. I might have seen ONE wedding that ran on time!
I am going to start by taking you back a week before the shoot was scheduled. I had an idea of what I wanted the pictures to look like, in studio me doing hair photo lights here and there white or grey backdrop, simple, nothing crazy. I wanted to find a barstool black leather maybe for my model to perch on. This would be my biggest prop. One day while checking the mail I came across a Lamps plus ad and randomly decided to skim through it! Right there in front of my face was the perfect barstool and score it was even on sale! So the next day I went with my husband in tow (to do the heavy lifting of course ;) and we went to our local Lamps Plus. Well they were out! The nearest store with one in stock? Nevada! LOL oh let me go jump back in the car we will shoot right over tell them to hold it!! LOL. The store clerk was actually very nice and said he would arrange for the next truck to bring it out they could have it here that friday! Perfect so I was really excited this was the one thing I was not sure where or if I could find, so it worked out or so I thought! That friday I received a call, my barstool was in. I went down and picked it up as soon as I could. Why I did not check for defects before I left is beyond me. I was so excited I probably just wasn't thinking. Well when I brought it home I took the plastic off and there was a HUGE slice (obviously made by a box cutter) right on the backside of my barstool :( this was going to be a problem since it was the nearest and last barstool within the state. I called the store and they would be more then happy to exchange it but would not be getting another shipment of them until April. This didn't help me since my shoot was last week. That was unfortunate event number 1.
The night before the shoot I was running around my house like a chicken with my head cut off. Putting together my models wardrobe, making extensions of all lengths and colors, picking out jewelry, and making sure I had all my tools in order and clean. I thought I had it all under control. The shoot was scheduled for 10 a.m. the next morning. I was up until 12:30 making extensions and when I finally went to bed I was still not finished! I woke up at 8 a.m. the next morning a little late since my alarm went off at 6 a.m. So needless to say I was running a bit behind. Lucky for me I have an amazing husband! While I was putting on my make-up and getting myself ready he was packing my car. My plan was to be at the studio by 9:45 to start set up. Umm, I left my house at 9:45!!! Unfortunate event number 2!
This last event is going to floor you! I bet you couldn't have seen this one coming if you thought the craziest thing ever. So as I am walking out the door I took a quick glance at my phone... I had a missed call from my Make-up artist. I figured it was her giving me an eta. So I called her right back to touch base. She then goes on to tell me that her car is wrecked. She was on the freeway on her way to the shoot and a motorcyclist crossed over double yellows right in front of her!!! She hardly had time to slam on the brakes! My poor friend! I felt so bad, like it was my fault! Of course I know it wasn't but hello she would not have been driving if it weren't to get to my shoot! Now she handled it like the pro that she is!! She was like " Liz, I have to make a report and drop off my car get a rental but I am still going to try my best to make it!!" WHAT!?? See, this girl knows! Things happen the show must go on! LOL Oh let me say everyone involved was ok motorcyclist walked away with out a scratch! My poor friend is probably a bit traumatized she never made it to the shoot and we plan on scheduling a new one since we are both working on revamping our work portfolios. After I left the shoot I called her and she had everything under control... I love this girl she really is a pro! But of course this left me with a make-up less model. Thank goodness for beautiful girls and photoshop! ;) Unfortunate event number 3!!
So to say the least this was a crazy day full of surprises but I think all persons involved handled it like the pros that we are! We have some really great shots, we had a good time chit chatting with each other, my model was a blast to work with and did a great job she was my own personal real life Barbie Doll a little girls dream come true! Did her hair, picked her outfits and told her how to pose for the camera (with the photographers help of course ;) and at the end of it all... I had the time of my life! I will be using the photos to launch my website! So stay posted. As always Thanks for reading!
Love,
LT :)
I am going to start by taking you back a week before the shoot was scheduled. I had an idea of what I wanted the pictures to look like, in studio me doing hair photo lights here and there white or grey backdrop, simple, nothing crazy. I wanted to find a barstool black leather maybe for my model to perch on. This would be my biggest prop. One day while checking the mail I came across a Lamps plus ad and randomly decided to skim through it! Right there in front of my face was the perfect barstool and score it was even on sale! So the next day I went with my husband in tow (to do the heavy lifting of course ;) and we went to our local Lamps Plus. Well they were out! The nearest store with one in stock? Nevada! LOL oh let me go jump back in the car we will shoot right over tell them to hold it!! LOL. The store clerk was actually very nice and said he would arrange for the next truck to bring it out they could have it here that friday! Perfect so I was really excited this was the one thing I was not sure where or if I could find, so it worked out or so I thought! That friday I received a call, my barstool was in. I went down and picked it up as soon as I could. Why I did not check for defects before I left is beyond me. I was so excited I probably just wasn't thinking. Well when I brought it home I took the plastic off and there was a HUGE slice (obviously made by a box cutter) right on the backside of my barstool :( this was going to be a problem since it was the nearest and last barstool within the state. I called the store and they would be more then happy to exchange it but would not be getting another shipment of them until April. This didn't help me since my shoot was last week. That was unfortunate event number 1.
The night before the shoot I was running around my house like a chicken with my head cut off. Putting together my models wardrobe, making extensions of all lengths and colors, picking out jewelry, and making sure I had all my tools in order and clean. I thought I had it all under control. The shoot was scheduled for 10 a.m. the next morning. I was up until 12:30 making extensions and when I finally went to bed I was still not finished! I woke up at 8 a.m. the next morning a little late since my alarm went off at 6 a.m. So needless to say I was running a bit behind. Lucky for me I have an amazing husband! While I was putting on my make-up and getting myself ready he was packing my car. My plan was to be at the studio by 9:45 to start set up. Umm, I left my house at 9:45!!! Unfortunate event number 2!
This last event is going to floor you! I bet you couldn't have seen this one coming if you thought the craziest thing ever. So as I am walking out the door I took a quick glance at my phone... I had a missed call from my Make-up artist. I figured it was her giving me an eta. So I called her right back to touch base. She then goes on to tell me that her car is wrecked. She was on the freeway on her way to the shoot and a motorcyclist crossed over double yellows right in front of her!!! She hardly had time to slam on the brakes! My poor friend! I felt so bad, like it was my fault! Of course I know it wasn't but hello she would not have been driving if it weren't to get to my shoot! Now she handled it like the pro that she is!! She was like " Liz, I have to make a report and drop off my car get a rental but I am still going to try my best to make it!!" WHAT!?? See, this girl knows! Things happen the show must go on! LOL Oh let me say everyone involved was ok motorcyclist walked away with out a scratch! My poor friend is probably a bit traumatized she never made it to the shoot and we plan on scheduling a new one since we are both working on revamping our work portfolios. After I left the shoot I called her and she had everything under control... I love this girl she really is a pro! But of course this left me with a make-up less model. Thank goodness for beautiful girls and photoshop! ;) Unfortunate event number 3!!
So to say the least this was a crazy day full of surprises but I think all persons involved handled it like the pros that we are! We have some really great shots, we had a good time chit chatting with each other, my model was a blast to work with and did a great job she was my own personal real life Barbie Doll a little girls dream come true! Did her hair, picked her outfits and told her how to pose for the camera (with the photographers help of course ;) and at the end of it all... I had the time of my life! I will be using the photos to launch my website! So stay posted. As always Thanks for reading!
Love,
LT :)
Saturday, March 19, 2011
5 Things You Might Not Know About me...
ONE... This is HUGE and quite honestly if you know me at all Im not sure this would fall under what you "might not know" but I am on FIRE for God!! The first and foremost love of my life is the Trinity Father Son Holy Spirit of course they are all the same in different forms but yes I am on a walk learning on a constant basis how God wants me to live out my life. I try to keep it as simple as possible I LOVE everyone as much as my human heart makes possible and I strive to improve who I am how I act what I do every minute of every day! I could do NONE of this without help from the Trinity.
TWO... The second love of my life my family JT and the girls are a huge part of me I know that God blessed me with them for lots of reasons they are a symbol of His love for me a constant reminder of why I need to care about and love myself! Which is very hard for me to do!
THREE... I have horses, dogs and a goat! I LOVE animals. Many people are pretty shocked when they learn this fact because if you meet me outside of my element ( element being my home ;) ) I dont think I come off as an animal lover. But yes I believe these are another blessing from God if I am having a bad day my thoughts are all jumbled up I need to clear my head a sure fire way for me to get the job done is to put on my "muckers" dirty clothes and go down the hill to my horses. I cannot explain what the connection is I can just say that it is definitely there. My horse is older and quite cranky at times, she is a girl so I give her a break I know how it is to have hormones overflowing from you body!! But man I look in her eyes and love on her and there is a mutual feeling of love and respect for each other its beautiful!
FOUR... I am pretty sure I am half crazy! :D LOL No really I am constantly going going going in my head I am very sensitive to things people say and do and I often talk to myself about these things! Most of the time having to talk myself out of the negative things I come up with about others. Which is another reason why God is so amazing to me!! Its great to have him to chat with throughout the day! I am not quite sure where I would be without him!
FIVE... This one is fun!! I shock most when I tell this story! You know that ice breaker where you tell two things about yourself, one that is true and one that is false? I always say these two things... I was born in Alaska OR I have never met my real dad. So everyone without fail assumes I have never met my real dad which is kind of sad if you think about it because not knowing your real dad is more common then it should be :( So yes I do know my real dad. The truth about me is that I was born in Alaska. Call me corny but I love this little fact about me! Alaska is an absolutely beautiful state and I couldnt be more proud to say YES that is where I am from!! :)
So thats it... Im sure there is way more you might not know about me but I am really liking this whole 5 things theme kick I am on. Hope you enjoyed! Tell me about you! Anything that seems to shock people when they find it out! Cant wait to hear!! and as always Thank You so much for taking the time to read my blog!
LT
TWO... The second love of my life my family JT and the girls are a huge part of me I know that God blessed me with them for lots of reasons they are a symbol of His love for me a constant reminder of why I need to care about and love myself! Which is very hard for me to do!
THREE... I have horses, dogs and a goat! I LOVE animals. Many people are pretty shocked when they learn this fact because if you meet me outside of my element ( element being my home ;) ) I dont think I come off as an animal lover. But yes I believe these are another blessing from God if I am having a bad day my thoughts are all jumbled up I need to clear my head a sure fire way for me to get the job done is to put on my "muckers" dirty clothes and go down the hill to my horses. I cannot explain what the connection is I can just say that it is definitely there. My horse is older and quite cranky at times, she is a girl so I give her a break I know how it is to have hormones overflowing from you body!! But man I look in her eyes and love on her and there is a mutual feeling of love and respect for each other its beautiful!
FOUR... I am pretty sure I am half crazy! :D LOL No really I am constantly going going going in my head I am very sensitive to things people say and do and I often talk to myself about these things! Most of the time having to talk myself out of the negative things I come up with about others. Which is another reason why God is so amazing to me!! Its great to have him to chat with throughout the day! I am not quite sure where I would be without him!
FIVE... This one is fun!! I shock most when I tell this story! You know that ice breaker where you tell two things about yourself, one that is true and one that is false? I always say these two things... I was born in Alaska OR I have never met my real dad. So everyone without fail assumes I have never met my real dad which is kind of sad if you think about it because not knowing your real dad is more common then it should be :( So yes I do know my real dad. The truth about me is that I was born in Alaska. Call me corny but I love this little fact about me! Alaska is an absolutely beautiful state and I couldnt be more proud to say YES that is where I am from!! :)
So thats it... Im sure there is way more you might not know about me but I am really liking this whole 5 things theme kick I am on. Hope you enjoyed! Tell me about you! Anything that seems to shock people when they find it out! Cant wait to hear!! and as always Thank You so much for taking the time to read my blog!
LT
Monday, March 14, 2011
5 Things I NEVER leave the house without!
ONE... Sunglasses! I have at least 6 pairs. I love sunglasses the right pair can be the greatest finish to the perfect outfit! They can say I am not in the mood to chat today! Or I LOVE fashion ( you know the ones!! the big fly eyes!!) B-)
TWO... Earrings!! I wouldn't even begin to count how many pairs of earrings I have! LOL I can say this much though I own a four drawer jewelry box, a 9 drawer jewelry box, I hang at least ten pairs on the towel rack in my bathroom, and i also have one of those medium size clear drawer organizers you get at target full of jewelry!
THREE... Perfume! I think our sent can be our signature. My Favorite Chanel Chance (thanks to my best friend) who smells completely different in it then I do but I love it just the same! In case you were wondering she smells the best in it ;)
FOUR... Chapstick! I always have at least TWO on my person on at all times! Don't believe me? Next time you see me just ask! I am a freak about dry lips! I could live without lipgloss but chapstick? oh no!!
P.S. Thats right I said I could live without lipgloss please don't pass out! LOL
and FIVE... My Phone! I could leave my whole purse at home but bring my phone... this hasn't always been the case though ;) I have been know to go MIA a few times! But since starting my blogs and second twitter I like to stay connected as much as possible!
OMG! I have to add a SIX... yes I am aware of the title but this is a BIG one!! COFFEE!! Always my morning drive is accompanied by my travel mug full of coffee! I use to smoke... I know REALLY bad for you! Thank God I quit before kids but its still this thing that I have to have something to keep busy while driving and if I've already had my fill of coffee then I will take a bottle of water!
So I have shared five (well actually six) ;) things that I don't leave home without... how about you? Do we have anything in common? Do you think any of mine are weird? What do you have that could be considered weird? Leave it all in the comments section cant wait to hear! B-)
LT
TWO... Earrings!! I wouldn't even begin to count how many pairs of earrings I have! LOL I can say this much though I own a four drawer jewelry box, a 9 drawer jewelry box, I hang at least ten pairs on the towel rack in my bathroom, and i also have one of those medium size clear drawer organizers you get at target full of jewelry!
THREE... Perfume! I think our sent can be our signature. My Favorite Chanel Chance (thanks to my best friend) who smells completely different in it then I do but I love it just the same! In case you were wondering she smells the best in it ;)
FOUR... Chapstick! I always have at least TWO on my person on at all times! Don't believe me? Next time you see me just ask! I am a freak about dry lips! I could live without lipgloss but chapstick? oh no!!
P.S. Thats right I said I could live without lipgloss please don't pass out! LOL
and FIVE... My Phone! I could leave my whole purse at home but bring my phone... this hasn't always been the case though ;) I have been know to go MIA a few times! But since starting my blogs and second twitter I like to stay connected as much as possible!
OMG! I have to add a SIX... yes I am aware of the title but this is a BIG one!! COFFEE!! Always my morning drive is accompanied by my travel mug full of coffee! I use to smoke... I know REALLY bad for you! Thank God I quit before kids but its still this thing that I have to have something to keep busy while driving and if I've already had my fill of coffee then I will take a bottle of water!
So I have shared five (well actually six) ;) things that I don't leave home without... how about you? Do we have anything in common? Do you think any of mine are weird? What do you have that could be considered weird? Leave it all in the comments section cant wait to hear! B-)
LT
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