Rachel Reiman/ Makeup Artist
Co-owner of Reiman Condron Beauty, Rachel is an accomplished makeup artist and fashion stylist who has been in the business for almost 20 years.
Rachel has a down to earth, approachable personality and a passion for working with people. When Rachel is not working, she spends her time teaching her craft to her clients and the industry.
Rachel attended makeup school at Columbia College in Chicago and the London Makeup Academy. She began her career at the MAC counter at HenriBendel Chicago, where she developed her eye for style, love of applying makeup and her understanding of the fashion industry as a whole.
Rachel has extensive experience working on runway shows as well as commercial print. She was represented by Ford Models from 1999-2003 and Factor Modeling from 2003-2011. Her work includes some of the most prestigious fashion brands, magazines and major department stores such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Vidal Sassoon, Ikram and ShopBop to name a few. She has also participated in runway shows for Akris, DVF, Robert Rodriquez, Vera Wang and many more.
Rachel has worked with numerous celebrities including Alicia Keys, Jane Seymour, Jennifer Beals, Mariel Hemmingway and celebrity chefs Gail Simmons and Grant Aschatz. She works with television studios NBC, CBS, Fox and WCIU and magazines such as CS, Timeout, Chicago Magazine. Her knowledge of makeup and fashion is extraordinarily comprehensive and she bring that to every client she works with.
Co-owner of Reiman Condron Beauty, Rachel is an accomplished makeup artist and fashion stylist who has been in the business for almost 20 years.
Rachel has a down to earth, approachable personality and a passion for working with people. When Rachel is not working, she spends her time teaching her craft to her clients and the industry.
Rachel attended makeup school at Columbia College in Chicago and the London Makeup Academy. She began her career at the MAC counter at HenriBendel Chicago, where she developed her eye for style, love of applying makeup and her understanding of the fashion industry as a whole.
Rachel has extensive experience working on runway shows as well as commercial print. She was represented by Ford Models from 1999-2003 and Factor Modeling from 2003-2011. Her work includes some of the most prestigious fashion brands, magazines and major department stores such as Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Vidal Sassoon, Ikram and ShopBop to name a few. She has also participated in runway shows for Akris, DVF, Robert Rodriquez, Vera Wang and many more.
Rachel has worked with numerous celebrities including Alicia Keys, Jane Seymour, Jennifer Beals, Mariel Hemmingway and celebrity chefs Gail Simmons and Grant Aschatz. She works with television studios NBC, CBS, Fox and WCIU and magazines such as CS, Timeout, Chicago Magazine. Her knowledge of makeup and fashion is extraordinarily comprehensive and she bring that to every client she works with.
Ashley Condron/ Hair Stylist
Ashley Condron is the lead hair stylist and co-owner of Reiman Condon Beauty. She has been in the industry for the past 13 years. Ashley started her career with Trio Salon where she completed an advanced hair program for cutting and styling hair. She has since gone on to become an established freelance hairstylist and has styled hair for hundreds of weddings throughout the Chicagoland area. She has been involved with many fashion shows for well know designers such as Diane Von Furstenberg, Akris, and many other top designers at Nieman Marcus. Her work has been published in a variety of magazines and featured on the covers of Chicago Style Weddings 2012 and NS magazine for their 2013 spring and 2013 fall issue. She has styled hair for Mariel Hemmingway, Cheryl Tiegs, Larsa Pippen and Rachel Broshana from House of Cards. Ashley's soft-spoken manner and calming personality is extremely endearing to her clientele and brings a refreshing attitude to any situation. Ashley has a passion for creating hairstyles that are perfectly sculpted for every individual.
Ashley Condron is the lead hair stylist and co-owner of Reiman Condon Beauty. She has been in the industry for the past 13 years. Ashley started her career with Trio Salon where she completed an advanced hair program for cutting and styling hair. She has since gone on to become an established freelance hairstylist and has styled hair for hundreds of weddings throughout the Chicagoland area. She has been involved with many fashion shows for well know designers such as Diane Von Furstenberg, Akris, and many other top designers at Nieman Marcus. Her work has been published in a variety of magazines and featured on the covers of Chicago Style Weddings 2012 and NS magazine for their 2013 spring and 2013 fall issue. She has styled hair for Mariel Hemmingway, Cheryl Tiegs, Larsa Pippen and Rachel Broshana from House of Cards. Ashley's soft-spoken manner and calming personality is extremely endearing to her clientele and brings a refreshing attitude to any situation. Ashley has a passion for creating hairstyles that are perfectly sculpted for every individual.
Ashley Young/ Hair Stylist
Ashley Young is a talented hair stylist who has been working in the industry for the past decade.
Ashley was born into her profession, as she comes from a family of hairstylists who have helped guide and transform her into the talented stylist she is today. She began styling and cutting hair as a young girl with her mom, and growing up in the industry has given her a strong eye for detail, meticulous style and incredible vision.
Growing up locally, she has been trained at one of the top salon’s in Chicago (and of course by her mom!) and maintains a large and impressive clientele that love her for her skillful craft of elegant up-do’s and modern approach to styling hair.
She has worked on numerous fashion shows including Diane Von Furstenburg, Donna Karan, and multiple shows for Neiman Marcus to name a few. She has done hundreds of weddings and special events throughout Chicago and recently featured in Chicago Style magazine.
Ashley Young is a talented hair stylist who has been working in the industry for the past decade.
Ashley was born into her profession, as she comes from a family of hairstylists who have helped guide and transform her into the talented stylist she is today. She began styling and cutting hair as a young girl with her mom, and growing up in the industry has given her a strong eye for detail, meticulous style and incredible vision.
Growing up locally, she has been trained at one of the top salon’s in Chicago (and of course by her mom!) and maintains a large and impressive clientele that love her for her skillful craft of elegant up-do’s and modern approach to styling hair.
She has worked on numerous fashion shows including Diane Von Furstenburg, Donna Karan, and multiple shows for Neiman Marcus to name a few. She has done hundreds of weddings and special events throughout Chicago and recently featured in Chicago Style magazine.
Donna Oliver-Forsythe/ Makeup Artist
Donna Oliver-Forsythe is a highly experienced and talented makeup artist who has been in the industry for the past seventeen years.
Donna has done extensive work in television, having worked with popular networks such as NBC, VH1, and currently WGN. She has also provided coverage for many televised political debates and political correspondents such as Rahm Emmanuel and Nancy Pelosi.
Donna’s keen eye and precision have landed her on the sets of many commercials for companies such as Nokia, Converse, McDonalds, and Guitar Center. She has provided her services for over 350 weddings throughout her career and she has developed a large Indian clientele based on her experience with customary Indian traditions. These traditions include bindi placement as well as traditional Indian makeup and contemporary western looks with an eastern influence.
Donna was a key makeup artist for many years at John Paul Mitchell Systems, working on their level A trade shows throughout the United States and Canada. She has also done extensive makeup work for large corporations, covering corporate videos and headshots for companies like The American Dietetic Association, Nicor and BMO Harris Bank. She is highly experienced when it comes to lighting and angles and has done hundreds of headshots for actors, models, newscasters and CEOs.
Donna Oliver-Forsythe is a highly experienced and talented makeup artist who has been in the industry for the past seventeen years.
Donna has done extensive work in television, having worked with popular networks such as NBC, VH1, and currently WGN. She has also provided coverage for many televised political debates and political correspondents such as Rahm Emmanuel and Nancy Pelosi.
Donna’s keen eye and precision have landed her on the sets of many commercials for companies such as Nokia, Converse, McDonalds, and Guitar Center. She has provided her services for over 350 weddings throughout her career and she has developed a large Indian clientele based on her experience with customary Indian traditions. These traditions include bindi placement as well as traditional Indian makeup and contemporary western looks with an eastern influence.
Donna was a key makeup artist for many years at John Paul Mitchell Systems, working on their level A trade shows throughout the United States and Canada. She has also done extensive makeup work for large corporations, covering corporate videos and headshots for companies like The American Dietetic Association, Nicor and BMO Harris Bank. She is highly experienced when it comes to lighting and angles and has done hundreds of headshots for actors, models, newscasters and CEOs.
Gabrielle De Sousa/ Hair Stylist
Gabrielle De Sousa is a licensed cosmetologist with over twelve years experience as a hairstylist.
She attended Hair Professionals Academy of Elgin and graduated in 1999. This is where she discovered her love of makeup and hair styling.
Over time clients as well as friends often requested her makeup and hair styling services for weddings and special events. After 10 years in a salon setting Gabrielle desired something more creative and challenging. After attending several hair and makeup seminars and classes to sharpen her skills, she made the decision to branch out on her own as a freelance makeup artist and hair stylist.
Her resume includes weddings, photo shoots, and most recently, Neiman Marcus “Fashions Night Out” fashion show. Gabrielle’s strong attention to detail and a passion for the art is what drives her motivation to be the best in the business.
Gabrielle De Sousa is a licensed cosmetologist with over twelve years experience as a hairstylist.
She attended Hair Professionals Academy of Elgin and graduated in 1999. This is where she discovered her love of makeup and hair styling.
Over time clients as well as friends often requested her makeup and hair styling services for weddings and special events. After 10 years in a salon setting Gabrielle desired something more creative and challenging. After attending several hair and makeup seminars and classes to sharpen her skills, she made the decision to branch out on her own as a freelance makeup artist and hair stylist.
Her resume includes weddings, photo shoots, and most recently, Neiman Marcus “Fashions Night Out” fashion show. Gabrielle’s strong attention to detail and a passion for the art is what drives her motivation to be the best in the business.
Rachel McQuen/ Makeup Artist
Rachel McQuen is a Chicago based freelance Makeup artist with over 12 years of experience. Rachel has been consistently in demand for weddings, special events, fashion shows, television and film. She started her career in retail cosmetics and was one of the artists chosen to open the first MAC PRO store in Chicago. Rachel's work can be regularly seen on ABC News and has been featured in other well known programs including Nightline, 20/20, Food Network as well as in publications such as Michigan Ave Magazine, TCW, The Knot, Chicago Style Weddings and Chicago Scene. Her energy and creativity drive her to remain cutting edge, while her professionalism, skill and laid back personality enable her to master any situation.
Rachel McQuen is a Chicago based freelance Makeup artist with over 12 years of experience. Rachel has been consistently in demand for weddings, special events, fashion shows, television and film. She started her career in retail cosmetics and was one of the artists chosen to open the first MAC PRO store in Chicago. Rachel's work can be regularly seen on ABC News and has been featured in other well known programs including Nightline, 20/20, Food Network as well as in publications such as Michigan Ave Magazine, TCW, The Knot, Chicago Style Weddings and Chicago Scene. Her energy and creativity drive her to remain cutting edge, while her professionalism, skill and laid back personality enable her to master any situation.
Kristen Repta/ Makeup Artist
Kristen Repta has been working in the professional makeup industry for over ten years.
She has become a specialist in the art of makeup application and highlighting her client’s best self. Kristen studied esthetics in Southern California and has continued to expand her knowledge by learning the newest skin care treatments.
She stays current on techniques and trends, these days focusing on makeup. Most recently, she perfected her skills in airbrushing and is always eager to employ new methods. Kristen’s calming demeanor, years of experience and attention to detail have given her the opportunity to work with myriad clients—from brides to celebrities. Her expert touch provides a soft, yet glamorous look that has made her a much sought-after bridal makeup artist.
Her demonstrated understanding of lighting and the photographic process has allowed her to excel at makeup application for televisions stars like Glee’s Jane Lynch and Food Network’s Iron Chef, Cat Cora. A good listener and keen observer, Kristen’s clients appreciate the positive experience and enjoyable results.
Kristen Repta has been working in the professional makeup industry for over ten years.
She has become a specialist in the art of makeup application and highlighting her client’s best self. Kristen studied esthetics in Southern California and has continued to expand her knowledge by learning the newest skin care treatments.
She stays current on techniques and trends, these days focusing on makeup. Most recently, she perfected her skills in airbrushing and is always eager to employ new methods. Kristen’s calming demeanor, years of experience and attention to detail have given her the opportunity to work with myriad clients—from brides to celebrities. Her expert touch provides a soft, yet glamorous look that has made her a much sought-after bridal makeup artist.
Her demonstrated understanding of lighting and the photographic process has allowed her to excel at makeup application for televisions stars like Glee’s Jane Lynch and Food Network’s Iron Chef, Cat Cora. A good listener and keen observer, Kristen’s clients appreciate the positive experience and enjoyable results.
Julie Trimble/ Hair Stylist
Julie was born and raised in Indiana, but due to her love of people and new places, has done hair in 4 states in the 10 years she has been in the industry. After graduating from Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Julie moved to the Florida Keys and on her very first day of work did a wedding party that was featured in Brides magazine. After a short stint in the U.P. of Michigan, she returned to the keys briefly before realizing Chicago is where she needed to be. Julie was fortunate enough to be trained at TRIO salon among some of the top stylists in Chicago in the Vidal Sassoon technique of cutting and styling. Julie has returned to her "roots" in the past year and now runs her own space in Indiana during the week so she can work with RC Beauty on her true passion, event styling. Julie's love of her craft comes out in her vibrant, bubbily and patient personality. She loves doing a wide array of styles; whether it be a gorgeous blow out, a "beachy" bun, or an out of the box runway look. Her work has been seen in multiple fashion shows, including Nieman Marcus.
Julie was born and raised in Indiana, but due to her love of people and new places, has done hair in 4 states in the 10 years she has been in the industry. After graduating from Excel Academies of Cosmetology, Julie moved to the Florida Keys and on her very first day of work did a wedding party that was featured in Brides magazine. After a short stint in the U.P. of Michigan, she returned to the keys briefly before realizing Chicago is where she needed to be. Julie was fortunate enough to be trained at TRIO salon among some of the top stylists in Chicago in the Vidal Sassoon technique of cutting and styling. Julie has returned to her "roots" in the past year and now runs her own space in Indiana during the week so she can work with RC Beauty on her true passion, event styling. Julie's love of her craft comes out in her vibrant, bubbily and patient personality. She loves doing a wide array of styles; whether it be a gorgeous blow out, a "beachy" bun, or an out of the box runway look. Her work has been seen in multiple fashion shows, including Nieman Marcus.
Ramsay Marston/ Hair Stylist
Ramsay is a local Chicago girl who has been in the industry for 5 years. She loves cutting short sassy hair and giving clients beautiful blowouts. She is inspired by fashion and is always looking for the new "it" trend. A perfectionist, great listener and a creative mind are just a few things that describe her.
On her off time she enjoys working out, being outside and spending time with family and friends.
Ramsay Graduated from Pivot Point International Academy and was trained at TRIO salon along side some of the top stylists in Chicago. She learned a Vidal Sasoon technique of cutting.
She loves being challenged and isn't afraid to be different. Braids and finger waves are what she excels at. From old Hollywood Glam to an easy boho chic style, Ramsay has your back.
She has lent her talent to various fashion shows including Nieman Marcus and HairWars. RAmsay has also worked with Miss Illinois and her work has been seen on TLC's Say Yes To The Dress.
Ramsay is a local Chicago girl who has been in the industry for 5 years. She loves cutting short sassy hair and giving clients beautiful blowouts. She is inspired by fashion and is always looking for the new "it" trend. A perfectionist, great listener and a creative mind are just a few things that describe her.
On her off time she enjoys working out, being outside and spending time with family and friends.
Ramsay Graduated from Pivot Point International Academy and was trained at TRIO salon along side some of the top stylists in Chicago. She learned a Vidal Sasoon technique of cutting.
She loves being challenged and isn't afraid to be different. Braids and finger waves are what she excels at. From old Hollywood Glam to an easy boho chic style, Ramsay has your back.
She has lent her talent to various fashion shows including Nieman Marcus and HairWars. RAmsay has also worked with Miss Illinois and her work has been seen on TLC's Say Yes To The Dress.
Tanya Renelt/ Makeup Artist
Tanya Renalt is a freelance makeup artist who enjoys working in all genres including weddings, head shots, special events, fashion, film and television. Her work has included Vidal Sassoon, BET, CMT and Chicago Magazine.
Tanya Started out as a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner. She brings that calmness and serenity to her work, helping her clients to relax and putting them at ease. She love the excitement of sharing a bride's special day as well as the creativity that goes into a photo shoot.
Tanya Renalt is a freelance makeup artist who enjoys working in all genres including weddings, head shots, special events, fashion, film and television. Her work has included Vidal Sassoon, BET, CMT and Chicago Magazine.
Tanya Started out as a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner. She brings that calmness and serenity to her work, helping her clients to relax and putting them at ease. She love the excitement of sharing a bride's special day as well as the creativity that goes into a photo shoot.
Pati Cantu/ Makeup Artist
Patricia Cantu is a freelance makeup artist based in the Chicagoland area. She attended and received her certification at the Media Makeup Academy in Chicago. Determined to learn as much as she can about makeup, she continues to take workshops in Chicago and New York. While working for MAC Cosmetics she was able to develop a sense for detail and understanding a clients needs. Patricia has worked fashion shows for Nieman Marcus and Vidal Sassoon. Her experience also includes photo shoots, film, weddings and special events.
Patricia Cantu is a freelance makeup artist based in the Chicagoland area. She attended and received her certification at the Media Makeup Academy in Chicago. Determined to learn as much as she can about makeup, she continues to take workshops in Chicago and New York. While working for MAC Cosmetics she was able to develop a sense for detail and understanding a clients needs. Patricia has worked fashion shows for Nieman Marcus and Vidal Sassoon. Her experience also includes photo shoots, film, weddings and special events.
EVY PAPADOPOULOS
Evy is a Chicago based makeup artist with over 14 years experience in all medias. She started out as an assistant makeup artist at Mario Tricoci salons at the age of 17, becoming one of their lead artists within 6 months. Eager and inspired to learn as much about makeup and the industry as she could, she decided to go to London to attend makeup school. Upon her return she started a career at MAC Cosmetics that continued for 6 years. Her philosophy as an artist is to create a natural makeup by using a palette of colors and textures that complement your unique skin tone, complexion and facial structure. Using only the best products, she works to accentuate your most beautiful features never making you feel other than the most beautiful version of yourself! Evy feels that getting your makeup done should be an experience in itself. Her down to earth and friendly personality puts you at ease and makes you feel comfortable throughout the process. She is well known for her attention to detail and likes to collaborate with each one of her clients to create a customized look that will have them radiate with confidence while bringing their best face forward. |
