Accepting A ” Breast Cancer” Diagnosis

During my 1st meeting with Dr. Cheng, my surgeon, I was feeling overwhelmed as she explained what kind of cancer I had and what procedures I needed. After 3 1/2 hours of Dr. Cheng going over every detail,  My heart was broken and I was very confused. I wanted my husband to wrap his arms

National Sandwich Day !

It was a exciting treat to be selected as Suzanne Greco’s, CEO of SUBWAY,  personal hair and makeup artist for her interview with Norah O’Donnell CBS morning show. We filmed this segment in Georgetown  Washington DC at new renovated Subway restaurant.  Check it out !  

Hair and Makeup with Vocalist Jessica

It was a honor to work with Jessica on getting her new headshot’s. Along with photographer David Spagnolo clicking away he was able to capture her inter and outer beauty.    

Parisian Soft Romantic Makeup By Candee Caldwell

Summer time can be hot and humid even rainy. I always use waterproof makeup from foundation, eyes and lips. You’ll have 12 hour coverage. Check out bride Cecile wedding day makeup done by me. Very Parisian soft, romantic.

Preparing For Your Special Day

Summer is here and now the wedding season is in full swing!  I have been blessed to be a part of many happy couples’ special day.  Here are a few tips for preparing: (This is not just for Brides…..BRIDESMAIDS TOO!) Groom your eyebrows a couple of days before Microderm Abrasion at least 3 days before

European Cosmetics Vs. American Cosmetics

Clean Up Your Beauty Routine. Cosmetics, Skin care and Shampoo among others-often have chemicals included are well known or suspected to cause genetic mutations, reproductive impairment, even cancer. Did you know more then 1,300 chemicals have been banned by the European Union? But USA FDA has prohibited restricted only 11 in the USA. To minimize

Working With Amazing Hye-Jin Violinist

I find it very interesting when fashion and music come together. You can see here with world renowned  violinist Hye-Jin she brought the classical style meets urban. I had amazing time doing Hye-Jin hair and makeup besides styling the shoot along with photographer Kristen Jensen. Hey-Jin even treated us to a solo.

Real Time Makeup

Real Time Makeup. ~ What I mean by real time makeup is it should represent’s who you are. Daytime or work make-up should be soft and well blended. If you wearing expensive dress, outfit or wedding dress your makeup should reflect the occasion but still represents you. For wedding “YES” you should have a professional

What An Amazing Experience

I had the amazing opportunity to be hand selected by The New York Trend Report Makeup Show to participate in a private networking event for exceptional Makeup Artists. The event was hosted by Celebrity Makeup Artist James Vincent and was definitely a Who’s Who in the makeup world! Of all the people there, I was

About Freelance Makeup Artist Candee Caldwell

by Rachel Simpson When it comes to your big day, creating your wedding day look can be daunting, especially when it comes to being photographed. So why chance it? Leave it to a professional make up artist! With more than 20 years experience creating stunning bridal and event make up, Candee Caldwell can give you