Featured Artist

Makeup by McFashion

by shaylajay | June 18, 2013 | Featured Artist | 20 Comments

I recently sat down with Eleeseia of Makeup by McFashion to talk about her journey as a makeup artist. Eleeseia is a local artist who is a go-getter and is quickly making her mark in the fashion industry. She is a beautiful, humble young lady, and I wanted to get...

AdriAnnie DavRose

by shaylajay | June 25, 2015 | Featured Artist | 9 Comments

Moving to a new city can be hard on a woman. It's pitiful that the first thing out of my mouth when I found out we were moving was, "Are you serious? I have to leave my hair stylist! Who will do my hair?" Since I have a big mouth, I talk to everybody and instantly...

Artistry Beauty Studios

by shaylajay | January 30, 2013 | Featured Artist | 8 Comments

I am a fan of "all things Janet." Janet Chacon is the woman with a plan. She has been my hair stylist since I arrived in Arizona in 2010. She is a no-nonsense business woman who is focused on doing big things. Her energy is contagious and she exudes confidence. ...

Headliners

by shaylajay | November 13, 2012 | Featured Artist | 3 Comments

I love art, and it is always fun to feature local artists. I am so impressed by LaRon and Ursula Cook who began their journey as entrepreneurs when LaRon decided he wanted to open Headliners, a barber shop with an atmosphere that is conducive to families. This couple...

Brush & Bottle

by shaylajay | May 10, 2014 | Featured Artist | 2 Comments

My mom and I used to talk on the phone or Skype every day. If I got in my car to run an errand, I called her. If I became bored while sitting at home, I called her. We were always talking about something. When she passed, everything was quiet. Sitting in my house...

Fingers de Freedom

by shaylajay | September 21, 2012 | Fashion, Featured Artist | 8 Comments

I love art, and this young man is a gifted artist and entrepreneur you just have to meet. Reginald "Swindoe" Kennedy is the owner of Fingers de Freedom, an eco-friendly company committed to saving our planet by using only eco-friendly materials in its products. His...

Esens Photography

by shaylajay | August 14, 2013 | Featured Artist | 0 Comments

I am an entrepreneurial spirit, and I married an entrepreneurial spirit. It’s funny how God put us together. Our hearts beat for small businesses, and we live to encourage those who have the desire to start their own business. It’s the best feeling ever, but...

Beautiful Soul

by shaylajay | October 17, 2012 | Featured Artist | 2 Comments

"Amazing" does not come close to describing the beauty of the designs created by my good friend, Regina Holley, of Banafrit Décor. Regina owns a company that specializes in premium card design and décor for special events. Regina and I attended college together. ...

K.Wilkins Photography

by shaylajay | September 18, 2013 | Featured Artist | 4 Comments

I love photography. I purchased a Nikon a couple of years ago while telling myself over and over again that I would learn how to use every feature. Well, that never happened. I learned a few key things about photography during my visit at Miraval Resort, but I...

Color Me Beautiful

by shaylajay | October 27, 2011 | Fashion, Featured Artist | 1 Comment

If you didn't tune in on Tuesday, I want to introduce you to the creative artist and stylist, Tonya Strozier, who is hitting the runways with her beautiful artwork on the faces of men and women from all over the globe. Check out my previous post, "Woman In Motion,"...