OMNIA® BLOG
Beauty & SFX with Christina Vida

Beauty & SFX with Christina Vida

Christina is a New York City native, born and raised in the South Bronx. Growing up, she found an outlet for her creativity in art, photography, comic-books, and especially in makeup. She attended Queens College and received her degree in Art History and Fine Arts, with a minor in Photography. With five years working in the industry, her experience ranges from editorial to runway to beauty, with special effects being her area of expertise. She is currently an educator and resident makeup artist for one of the leading brands in global production of professional makeup for film, TV, and theater....

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Detailed Artistry with Derek Medina

Detailed Artistry with Derek Medina

Derek Medina, a Bronx native, found his calling while doing makeup for fashion shows at Katherine Gibbs College. Medina then began freelancing for fashion photographers and stylists, and had his work published in various magazines, shooting covers, fashion editorials, and ad campaigns. Medina has almost 20 years of experience in the beauty industry working for celebrities and cosmetic brands. He is currently a freelance makeup artist, working independently around New York City and New Jersey on photo shoots and teaching makeup classes. He also works part-time with Kryolan Professional Makeup as a cosmetic retail artist and workshop instructor.

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In My Kit

In My Kit

Kevin James Bennett is known throughout the industry as one of the most product-driven, business-focused artists of his generation. Not only is he an Emmy Award winner and an incredibly successful makeup artist, he is also a leader and educator in all aspects of this industry, an inspirational voice, and, without a doubt, one of the most intensive product experts. Here we explore Kevin’s top Omnia Professional brush picks for the face!

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