Victoria Stiles
Encyclopedia
Victoria Stiles is a Washington, D.C.
makeup artist
, who works internationally.
, O: The Oprah Magazine, Vogue
, and People Magazine and with celebrities Roberta Flack
, Gary Sinise
, Olivia Thirlby, and Emmitt Smith
. Internationally, Stiles provided makeup for Jazz
musician Melody Gardot
's album with Verve Music Group, My One and Only Thrill
and regards her work in Paris, France with Gardot a highlight of her makeup artistry career.
at a young age. She was inspired by fashion magazines and would play with makeup in her bathroom, attempting different styles of application. A high school friend's mother, who died from breast cancer
., noticed Stiles' talent and urged her to pursue a career as a makeup artist
.
, Stiles was offered part-time employment with MAC Cosmetics, owned by the Estee Lauder Companies
. Under contract with MAC Cosmetics, Stiles worked on concert productions for Cher
and Missy Elliott
. Although successful in her position with the company, Stiles sought more out of her career. In 2004, Stiles quit work with MAC Cosmetics to start a career as a freelance makeup artist
and, shortly thereafter, connected with a Washington, DC photographer who steered her towards makeup for weddings and events.
Through networking and determination, she gained representation with T.H.E. Artist Agency, an agency representing artists in Washington, DC and owned by one of Bravo (US TV channel) The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.
cast member, Lynda Erkiletian. She began work on fashion spreads for local D.C. publications such as The Washington Post Express and Washingtonian Magazine. Washingtonian profiled Stiles in an article naming her one of Washington, D.C.'s "good makeup artists".
Over time, Stiles' credits grew to include production work as, in 2008, she was hired as the key artist for actor Gary Sinise
in the notable 9/11 documentary, A Nation Remembers: The Story of the Pentagon Memorial and, during the inauguration of Barack Obama
, Stiles was cast as key artist for the live broadcast
of Inside Edition
with Deborah Norville
. The live broadcast took place on the rooftop of the Fox News building in Northeast Washington, D.C. overlooking the United States Capitol
.
Her goal to work with the fashion industry was achieved in the spring of 2009 as she started working seasonally for New York Fashion Week
designers at Bryant Park
, including Rad Hourani and Alexandre Herchcovitch
. Rad Hourani's key makeup artist, Hung Vanngo, mentored Stiles with his technique of making a dramatic statement with minimal makeup.
's fund, Cancer Schmancer, both 501(3)(c) charities. The publishing company was ruled fraudulent and the charities never received their donation. Stiles organized a team of makeup artists and created the event Makeovers For The Cure to help recoup donations for Cancer Schmancer and Stand Up 2 Cancer. A notable attendee of Makeovers For The Cure, The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.
cast member, Mary Schmidt Amons, announced her collaboration with Fran Drescher and Cancer Schmancer.
Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia and commonly referred to as Washington, "the District", or simply D.C., is the capital of the United States. On July 16, 1790, the United States Congress approved the creation of a permanent national capital as permitted by the U.S. Constitution....
makeup artist
Makeup artist
thumb|[[Michelle Camaclang]], an international-certified professional makeup artistthumb|Special effects makeup techniquesA Make-up artist is an artist whose medium is the human body, applying makeup and prosthetics for theatrical, television, film, fashion, magazines and other similar productions...
, who works internationally.
Overview
Victoria Stiles is recognized for her editorial makeup work in national publications such as GlamourGlamour (magazine)
Glamour is a women's magazine published by Condé Nast Publications. Founded in 1939 in the United States, it was originally called Glamour of Hollywood....
, O: The Oprah Magazine, Vogue
Vogue (magazine)
Vogue is a fashion and lifestyle magazine that is published monthly in 18 national and one regional edition by Condé Nast.-History:In 1892 Arthur Turnure founded Vogue as a weekly publication in the United States. When he died in 1909, Condé Montrose Nast picked up the magazine and slowly began...
, and People Magazine and with celebrities Roberta Flack
Roberta Flack
Roberta Flack is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is notable for jazz, soul, R&B, and folk music...
, Gary Sinise
Gary Sinise
Gary Alan Sinise is an American actor, film director and musician. During his career, Sinise has won various awards including an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Academy Award. In 1992, Sinise directed, and played the role of George Milton in the successful film adaptation of...
, Olivia Thirlby, and Emmitt Smith
Emmitt Smith
Emmitt James Smith, III is a retired American football player who was a running back in the National Football League for fifteen seasons during the 1990s and 2000s. Smith played college football for the University of Florida, where he was an All-American; thereafter, he played professionally for...
. Internationally, Stiles provided makeup for Jazz
Jazz
Jazz is a musical style that originated at the beginning of the 20th century in African American communities in the Southern United States. It was born out of a mix of African and European music traditions. From its early development until the present, jazz has incorporated music from 19th and 20th...
musician Melody Gardot
Melody Gardot
Melody Gardot is a Grammy-nominated American singer, writer and musician in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, though she considers herself a "citizen of the world". She has been influenced by such blues and jazz artists as Judy Garland, Janis Joplin, Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Stan Getz and George...
's album with Verve Music Group, My One and Only Thrill
My One and Only Thrill
My One and Only Thrill is the second studio album by American jazz singer–songwriter Melody Gardot, released in the United States on April 28, 2009 by Verve Records. As May 2009, two singles had been released: "Who Will Comfort Me" and "Baby I'm a Fool"...
and regards her work in Paris, France with Gardot a highlight of her makeup artistry career.
Early life
Victoria Stiles started experimenting with cosmeticsCosmetics
Cosmetics are substances used to enhance the appearance or odor of the human body. Cosmetics include skin-care creams, lotions, powders, perfumes, lipsticks, fingernail and toe nail polish, eye and facial makeup, towelettes, permanent waves, colored contact lenses, hair colors, hair sprays and...
at a young age. She was inspired by fashion magazines and would play with makeup in her bathroom, attempting different styles of application. A high school friend's mother, who died from breast cancer
Breast cancer
Breast cancer is cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk. Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas; those originating from lobules are known as lobular carcinomas...
., noticed Stiles' talent and urged her to pursue a career as a makeup artist
Makeup artist
thumb|[[Michelle Camaclang]], an international-certified professional makeup artistthumb|Special effects makeup techniquesA Make-up artist is an artist whose medium is the human body, applying makeup and prosthetics for theatrical, television, film, fashion, magazines and other similar productions...
.
Career
While attending college at George Mason UniversityGeorge Mason University
George Mason University is a public university based in unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia, United States, south of and adjacent to the city of Fairfax. Additional campuses are located nearby in Arlington County, Prince William County, and Loudoun County...
, Stiles was offered part-time employment with MAC Cosmetics, owned by the Estee Lauder Companies
Estée Lauder Companies
Estée Lauder Companies, Inc. is a manufacturer and marketer of prestige skincare, makeup, fragrance and hair care products. The company has its headquarters in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.-History:...
. Under contract with MAC Cosmetics, Stiles worked on concert productions for Cher
Cher
Cher is an American recording artist, television personality, actress, director, record producer and philanthropist. Referred to as the Goddess of Pop, she has won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, three Golden Globes and a Cannes Film Festival Award among others for her work in...
and Missy Elliott
Missy Elliott
Melissa Arnette "Missy" Elliott , is an American rapper, singer-songwriter, record producer, and actressA five-time Grammy Award winner, Elliott, with record sales of over seven million in the United States, is the only female rapper to have five albums certified platinum by the RIAA, including one...
. Although successful in her position with the company, Stiles sought more out of her career. In 2004, Stiles quit work with MAC Cosmetics to start a career as a freelance makeup artist
Makeup artist
thumb|[[Michelle Camaclang]], an international-certified professional makeup artistthumb|Special effects makeup techniquesA Make-up artist is an artist whose medium is the human body, applying makeup and prosthetics for theatrical, television, film, fashion, magazines and other similar productions...
and, shortly thereafter, connected with a Washington, DC photographer who steered her towards makeup for weddings and events.
Through networking and determination, she gained representation with T.H.E. Artist Agency, an agency representing artists in Washington, DC and owned by one of Bravo (US TV channel) The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.
The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.
The Real Housewives of D.C. is an American reality television program that debuted on the Bravo network Thursday, August 5, 2010. It was the network's fifth installation of The Real Housewives of... series, following The Real Housewives of Orange County, New York City, Atlanta, and New Jersey.Bravo...
cast member, Lynda Erkiletian. She began work on fashion spreads for local D.C. publications such as The Washington Post Express and Washingtonian Magazine. Washingtonian profiled Stiles in an article naming her one of Washington, D.C.'s "good makeup artists".
Over time, Stiles' credits grew to include production work as, in 2008, she was hired as the key artist for actor Gary Sinise
Gary Sinise
Gary Alan Sinise is an American actor, film director and musician. During his career, Sinise has won various awards including an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award and was nominated for an Academy Award. In 1992, Sinise directed, and played the role of George Milton in the successful film adaptation of...
in the notable 9/11 documentary, A Nation Remembers: The Story of the Pentagon Memorial and, during the inauguration of Barack Obama
Inauguration of Barack Obama
The inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States took place on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. The inauguration, which set a record attendance for any event held in Washington, D.C., marked the commencement of the four-year term of Barack Obama as President and Joe...
, Stiles was cast as key artist for the live broadcast
Live television
Live television refers to a television production broadcast in real-time, as events happen, in the present. From the early days of television until about 1958, live television was used heavily, except for filmed shows such as I Love Lucy and Gunsmoke. Video tape did not exist until 1957...
of Inside Edition
Inside Edition
Inside Edition is a thirty-minute American television syndicated news program, first aired on CBS on October 9, 1988. It was originally similar to the programs Hard Copy and A Current Affair, but now more closely resembles a condensed version of breakfast television, exclusively with pre-recorded...
with Deborah Norville
Deborah Norville
Deborah Norville is an American television broadcaster and journalist. Since 1995 she has been host of the syndicated American television program Inside Edition...
. The live broadcast took place on the rooftop of the Fox News building in Northeast Washington, D.C. overlooking the United States Capitol
United States Capitol
The United States Capitol is the meeting place of the United States Congress, the legislature of the federal government of the United States. Located in Washington, D.C., it sits atop Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall...
.
Her goal to work with the fashion industry was achieved in the spring of 2009 as she started working seasonally for New York Fashion Week
New York Fashion Week
The semi-annual New York Fashion Week, branded Mercedes-Benz FashionWeek in 2009, is held in February and September of each year in New York City. It is one of four major fashion weeks held around the world .-History:The first New York Fashion Week, then called Press Week, was the world's first...
designers at Bryant Park
Bryant Park
Bryant Park is a 9.603 acre privately managed public park located in the New York City borough of Manhattan. It is located between Fifth and Sixth Avenues and between 40th and 42nd Streets in Midtown Manhattan...
, including Rad Hourani and Alexandre Herchcovitch
Alexandre Herchcovitch
Alexandre Herchcovitch is a Brazilian fashion designer. He's of Jewish descent, his grandparents emigrated from Poland and Romania.-Overview:...
. Rad Hourani's key makeup artist, Hung Vanngo, mentored Stiles with his technique of making a dramatic statement with minimal makeup.
Makeovers For The Cure
In 1999, Stiles, and other makeup artists across the United States, engaged in a book deal with a publishing company which claimed a portion of funds from book sales would go to Stand Up 2 Cancer and Fran DrescherFran Drescher
Francine Joy "Fran" Drescher is an American film and television actress, comedian, screenwriter, director, producer, author, singer, talk show host, political lobbyist and health activist...
's fund, Cancer Schmancer, both 501(3)(c) charities. The publishing company was ruled fraudulent and the charities never received their donation. Stiles organized a team of makeup artists and created the event Makeovers For The Cure to help recoup donations for Cancer Schmancer and Stand Up 2 Cancer. A notable attendee of Makeovers For The Cure, The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.
The Real Housewives of Washington, D.C.
The Real Housewives of D.C. is an American reality television program that debuted on the Bravo network Thursday, August 5, 2010. It was the network's fifth installation of The Real Housewives of... series, following The Real Housewives of Orange County, New York City, Atlanta, and New Jersey.Bravo...
cast member, Mary Schmidt Amons, announced her collaboration with Fran Drescher and Cancer Schmancer.
Creation of Memento Lip Tar
The Tesla Group, a marketing firm based in New York City, selected Stiles to be the Key Makeup Artist for designer Laila Azhar for the 2nd annual A.E.R. Walk With Style Event on April 1, 2010, benefiting CancerCare. Stiles partnered with David Klasfeld, owner and creator of Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics, to create a special Lip Tar shade for the show. Proceeds from sales of the Lip Tar, named Memento, benefited the CancerCare organization.External links
- Victoria Stiles at The Internet Fashion Database