Artist Bios
Elan Makeup Studio offers only the best Makeup Artists
Anita Haar-Brown
Mrs. Haar-Brown is currently a Sr. Artist with Elan Makeup Studio as well as the Bridal Coordinator. With background in Production and Talent Booking, Mrs. Haar-Brown has been in the industry for many years. She is knowledgeable in all facets of make-up application and her areas of expertise are in production/video as well as education and bridal. She received training and mentoring from some of the best artists in Los Angeles and the Dallas area and currently does bridal, television, film, print, fashion, as well as Airbrush Make-up Application and Airbrush Tanning.
Nicole Estill
Miss Estill joined Elan Makeup Studio early 2008. She adds 7 years of experience to our Professional Team in the hair and makeup industry. Nicole worked and trained with Toni & Guy and currently is the Sr. Instructor here at Elan Makeup Academy. She is certified and is an amazing and talented artist! Nicole has knowledge in Bridal, Print/Production, Runway and Fashion.
Mayra Lopez
Ms. Lopez’s passion for makeup artistry lead her to attended Elan Makeup Academy in early 2008. She is now the bi-lingual director of Education for Elan Makeup Academy/Studio/Agency and is lead Sr. Artist training new students and former students. Ms. Lopez keeps up with current trends by continuing her education and specializes in bridal makeup, airbrush makeup & art, Prom/Beauty/Quinceneras and hair design.
Christina Patrice
Ms. Patrice has been doing makeup professionally since 2006 and has been passionate about cosmetics and fashion all her life. She received her formal training from Makeup Desognory (MUDD) in Soho, New York. Ms Patrice has also received a degree in their Fashion Program which includes Beauty Makeup and Hairstyling. She uses traditional makeup techniques, as well as Airbrush make-up application. Her experience includes Editorial, Television/Production and Bridal work.
Belinda Gonzales (Martin)
Ms Gonzales brings over 11 years of experience of being a creative makeup artist in the Dallas area. With professional training at the Ogle School of Hair, Skin and Nails along with several continuing education with some of Dallas’ best makeup academies and fellow artists. She remains current on the latest trends and techniques specializing in beauty makeup, bridal makeup and hair, Production /TV/Film, special effects makeup as well as Airbrush makeup. Her passion for makeup artistry has taken her out from salons and spas to owning her own freelance business. Mrs. Gonzales will help you create the perfect look for all of your makeup needs.
Shala Saniyan
Mrs. Sanyian is a freelance makeup artist & hair stylist and has always had a natural sense of style and diverse creative ability. Shala is certified and trained by Tom Surprenant the Oscar & Emmy-award winning make-up artist for modeling, photography, runway makeup. Ms. Sanyian attended Elan Makeup Academy and is certified and trained for Bridal Makeup and was personally trained with hairstyling by Anita Brown the owner and senior artist of Elan makeup Studio/Academy/Agency and she has been certified with DINAIR airbrush makeup. She is constantly updating and adding to her extensive makeup collection for the bridal/special event services.