Carl Ray Makeup Artist

Carl did my wedding day makeup. He is a beauty magician and I would hire him again in a heartbeat for any occasion. Here’s why:
1. Beautiful makeup: I didn’t even give him instruction for how I wanted my bridal make up to look, but he made me look amazing and I’ve never felt so beautiful. It was the perfect blend of glamorous and natural that every girl should be on her big day. I felt that he just discerned my best features and highlighted them for all to see. I got so many compliments on how I looked and on my makeup!
2. Long-​lasting makeup: I was amazed that my makeup lasted (without any upkeep!!!) for the whole day and night. I got my makeup done around 12noon. This same look lasted even though I got caught in showers from a hurricane and even though I was dancing like crazy for at least 4 hours. Not to mention: the makeup withstood my frequent tearing-​up.
3. Great person. Carl is so nice, kind and reassuring. He’s the kind of person that you want to have on your side and that you really don’t mind paying money to on your wedding day.

I have seen a work of pure natural art with Carl Ray! His eye for beauty is amazing! He knows about perfect skin tone matching, contouring with blemish control! His hands are a gift of art! Not only have I watched his hands at work; Carl also add pure value with the already beautiful First Lady make up! He has a touch that no other can be compared!

As a DC based, national bridal designer, I have had the opportunity to work with some of the most talented creative in the DC area, and having done so, I can confidently say that Carl is not just the best makeup artist in the city, but he is hands down one of the best in the country.
Carl’s work is impeccable and he has an intuitive skill that can have anyone looking their absolute best, so much so that I completely trust his judgment for the «look» of our photo-​advertising campaigns. His approach to makeup is fresh, timeless and on point every time.
I don’t hesitate to recommend him to all of my brides, clients and friends the like. He is super pleasant to work with — always on time, curious and professional — so much so that I will deliberately work around his schedule to ensure that he is available for all our shoots as well.
In short, I could not recommend him enough! There is a reason why he can claim not only A-​list clients from Washington, but also A-​list Hollywood too. Love you Carl! XX