The seeds of VaNessa's longtime interest in makeup were planted while she was attending high school in her native NYC. She practiced on willing family members and friends and discovered the power of cosmetic transformation, drawing inspiration from celebrated makeup artists such as Kevyn Aucoin & Bobbi Brown. With the knowledge acquired in these experiences, VaNessa's ability to sculpt the face with makeup grew to become an innate component of her artistry. Presently, VaNessa is a member of the esteemed M.A.C. Pro community & is available for weddings, engagement parties & special occasions.