Today we’d like to introduce you to Shalena Butler.
Shalena, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
My journey with makeup started at the tender age of 23. At first, I wanted to learn how to apply makeup to myself then I got the desire to wanna do it on others, here we are 8 years later. I’m 100% self-taught. I started taking it seriously in 2012. Worked as a Freelance Artist and at the Estee Lauder counter in Dillard’s. Not planned but it’s the best thing that could have happened to me, I became a full-time makeup artist. I cater to all women and all shades.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc. – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
It’s been a pretty smooth road, nothing extreme but I can say the process if learning the business side has been very interesting. You learn so much about how to manage your business the proper way. I advise young women who are just starting their journey is to never give up, take your time with building your Business, it’s not easy but well worth it. #1 thing is practice makes perfect, practice, practice and practice some more.
We’d love to hear more about AngelLoveBeauty.
I cater to all women of all shades. I specialize in Beauty makeup which consists of Bridal, Photoshoot, the traditional everyday woman. I’m known for my natural glam look. Glamming the client up where they still recognize themselves when they look in the mirror. I’m most proud of when it comes to my brand, is when people think of AngelLoveBeauty the first thing comes to me is professionalism. That’s one thing I strive on, professionalism. One thing that sets me apart is I don’t compare myself to other artists and my work alone stand firm on its own.
What’s the most important piece of advice you could give to a young woman just starting her career?
Everything takes time and patience, no reason to rush. When something is meant to be it will be, take pride in creating your brand. Always remember there is always room for growth and stay humble, ALWAYS!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.AngelLoveBeauty.com
- Email: Angellovebeauty25@gmail.com
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/AngelLoveBeauty
Image Credit:
@angellovebeauty
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