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by Staff
November 30, 2021
3 min to read
Support Creatives, a 501c3 beauty nonprofit dedicated to providing artists and beauty industry professionals with resources and proper support systems, will be hosting its highly-anticipated second annual Holiday Beauty Bash fundraiser event.
This virtual beauty event will once again feature 20 top hair and makeup artists from around the world who will present LIVE education to a global audience. The Holiday Beauty Bash fundraiser will kick off on December 1st – 3rd and will be headlined by an array of industry leaders and innovators such as Linh Phan, Cesar Mushi, Kathy Nunez, Marika D’Auteuil, James Earnshaw, and more. Brand sponsors include RCMA Makeup, Amika, MODERN SALON, Schwarzkopf, Westman Atelier, R+Co, Melody Joy Public Relations, and Veluer Creative.
ABOUT THE EVENT
Support Creatives’ second annual Holiday Beauty Bash fundraiser is a unique virtual experience that supports artists, industry professionals and beauty lovers across the globe who are in need. Funds raised will be used to advance educational and beauty-based programs, while also offering financial assistance to artists in need. The event will be led by 20 renown industry hair and makeup artists who will lead exciting virtual classes with various topics including "My Signature Velvet Glam" Tutorial with Terri Watson, Modern BLONDING with Kathy Nunez, “Custom Curly Cut By Candace” with Candace Witherspoon and “Midnight Glam Foxy Eyes For New Year's Eve” with Ana Cucuta. The full list of artists and their scheduled events is included below.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The global livestream event will be open to the public and starts at a $20 donation per class. Want to join all the fun?! All Access Passes are also available for those that want full event access for only $99 ($400 value). Even better, be one of the first 50 to purchase and you'll receive a FREE R+Co Rainless Dry Cleansing Conditioner and FREE Westman Atelier Lit Up Highlight Stick -- TOTAL VALUE $80!
ARTIST SCHEDULE -- Can’t watch live? All classes will also be available On Demand.
ARTIST | CRAFT | CLASS TITLE |
Aaron Paul | Makeup Artist | Soft Sculpting |
Alessandro Bonetto | Hairstylist | Men’s Creative Session |
Amber Rogan | Hairstylist | Coming Soon! |
Ana Cucuta | Makeup Artist | Midnight Glam Foxy Eyes For New Year's Eve |
César DeLeön Ramîrez | Hairstylist | Coming Soon! |
Cesar Mushi | Makeup Artist | Graphic Lines |
Cheryl T Bergamy | Hairstylist | Coming Soon! |
Candace Witherspoon | Hairstylist | Custom Curly Cut By Candace |
Cassie Lomas | Makeup Artist | Coming Soon! |
Emily Gray | Makeup Artist | Emily's Signature Look |
James Earnshaw | Hairstylist | Big Glam with James Earnshaw |
Jasmin Stephen | Makeup Artist | Editorial/Creative Makeup |
Julianna Grogan | Makeup Artist | Flawless Skin And Glow For Minimalists |
Linh Phan | Hairstylist | Coming Soon! |
Kathy Nunez | Hairstylist | Modern BLONDING by Kathy Nunez |
Kendra Richards | Makeup Artist | Pro Tips On Skin Prep - Because Skin Is The Canvas For Makeup |
Marika D'Auteuil | Makeup Artist | Colors & Textures; Editorial beauty |
Melissa Murdick | Makeup Artist | Makeup Looks That Make You Money |
Nakia Rachon | Hairstylist | Textured Hair And Products |
Terri Watson | Makeup Artist | My Signature Velvet Glam |
For more information or to join the event, please visit: https://supportcreatives.org/collections/hbb
ABOUT SUPPORT CREATIVES
Founded by industry professionals Melody O’Flaherty and her husband Michael Dueñas, Support Creatives is a nonprofit unlike any other. Offering access to financial aid, mentorship programs, and opportunities for educational advancement, Support Creatives assists artists in the beauty industry along the path towards lifelong success. While its inception comes in response to the COVID-19 crisis, Support Creatives is not just a quick fix. Rather, it is uniquely designed to support artists during the entirety of their careers, whether that be during moments of crisis or personal growth. Support Creatives aims to provide assistance and stability for artists, no matter the situation.
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