Today we’d like to introduce you to Sowmya Gadiraju.
Sowmya, let’s start with your story. We’d love to hear how you got started and how the journey has been so far.
It started with a Facebook blog I started through which I shared makeup tutorials. Soon after that, people started calling me for help with their makeup for events. As time went on and after getting more exposure, I realized my passion towards being a makeup artist. Prior to the blog, I use to sometimes help my friends getting dressed for special events. I always had great appreciation for art and make up has the artistic element to it. During my journey as a Makeup Artist, I’ve had opportunities to meet amazing people and to work with other talented artists. I’ve had the opportunities to be a makeup artist at a few of the south indian celebrity events. Most recently, I had the honor of being the makeup artist for celebrity singers at the AR Rahman (Music Director, Oscar Award Winner) Concert.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
I believe that anything that’s worth having never comes easy. Although becoming a makeup artist is a lot of work, I have learned and grown a lot in the process. I went to a makeup school here in Dallas. While going to the makeup school, I practiced a lot on myself and on my friends/family by watching YouTube videos. I took any opportunity that came my way, no matter how small it was. Pretty early into being a Makeup Artist, I realized that doing make up on myself is a lot different than doing it on other people because every person has different eye shapes, facial features, preferences, skin tones, textures, etc. Even though there are not any specific rules in makeup, I like to always keep myself updated by learning and trying different looks.
We’d love to hear more about your business.
To me, Makeup by Sowmya is more than just a business. When I work with my clients, my focus is to enhance their beauty rather than to transform them. In society, there is so much emphasis on external beauty and I believe that it is important for women to feel good about themselves. I believe that all women are beautiful and with just a few touch-ups/tips, makeup can bring out their confidence.
What sets me apart from the others is that I spend my time getting to know each client and learn about what they are looking for. I never rush through the process and if my client gives feedback, I work with them to create a look that they desire. I am most proud of the satisfaction that I get from helping others look and feel more confident about themselves. I enjoy being involved with the special events that my clients are a part of and I am happy that I have helped to make their day a little more special and memorable.
Services I offer:
o Makeup (Traditional and Airbrush)
o Hairstyles
o Saree Draping
What were you like growing up?
Growing up, I loved wearing dresses. Every Indian occasion that came around, I would wear a saree and put makeup on. I enjoyed music and dance.
Personality wise, I was never afraid of taking chances. I never believed in luck. I just always believed in hard-work and that what you give is what you get back in return. So far this theory hasn’t proved me wrong.
Contact Info:
- Phone: 4695868535
- Email: makeupbysowmya@gmail.
com - Instagram: instagram.com/makeu
pbysowmya - Facebook: fb.com/makeupbysowmy
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Image Credit:
Just Inspired Visuals
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