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On July 3rd I was invited to come on Old School 106.7fm radio with the home team(LBJ, Kelder, Jinky Ashey& Big Abe) to discuss the makeup Do’s & Don’t during Essence Music Festival Weekend. Because I have been on the show in the past about 5 years ago and do have a relationship with LBJ & Kelder. I knew that this would be funny. I was able to go on the show after working with Angela Burt Murray and Miki Taylor from Essence Magazine because I had enough of a break. After going on the show as well as doing makeup for the Home Team I was able to leave from there to go straight to City Hall to meet at the Mayor’s Office.

I am still working still on set for the Tabasco shoot and today and yesterday I had to take all calls both from the studio and my cell while on set. Well I really could not answer everything had to be done by email and texting. Then I have Michael faxing invoices and contracts for me. My thumb is in pain. I am conducting all my Essence assignments through my phone. Times and dates are changing every hour it feels like. Then I am trying to get Andrea the makeup artist from Houston organize. Susan from Times Picayune needed one more hair stylist to write about for next week article. I think she decided to go with Michael Fortune. Then in between trying to work on set doing makeup. I am over here sweating like a ho in church.

Michael and I will be working together during Essence on July 12th for Charmaine wedding in Jamaica. So today is the last day hopefully we wrap this evening cuz I still have to go to the studio to clean up for the Times photo shoot and get makeup for the wedding in Baton Rouge.

Ok, gotta go looking like we are ready to start up again so talent need makeup.

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Hey, I am on set for three days with Chef Jason. He's this tattoo harley davidson type chef that is based out of Orlando. He travels all over to restaurants to help with their menu updating the food we eat. He's crazy cool love his personality. We are shooting over at Savvy Gourmet on Magazine Street about 9 blocks from my studio. Call time not to bad, 8am and we are doing about 10 hour days until Friday.

While on set I have gotten so many amazing calls, times picayune, motion hair product, someone for Rosciv at 106th and park and some author call about using one of my pictures she saw in my ad for her book.

Its just 3:05 pm so the day is not over. I need a manager for cheap or another assistant. My schedule is going to be crazy next week.

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Another long day today with 3 bridal consultations today and 1 makeup lesson and that’s something I don’t do often. 2 of my brides were from Baton Rouge area and 1 was from Atlanta. Each girl had different looks which I love because I love being creative when I work.

Sandra called me from New York to see if I was able to work with Essence Magazine again this year. It’s looking like it may be Angela Burt Murray again and Michele Ebanks. I love Sandra…she just wanted to lock me in and said she would called with more details on Monday. So I’ll keep you all posted.

Tonight, Mel event starts at 8pm and it’s about 7:13pm and I am still here at the studio having a great time with Katina teaching her how to apply her makeup for her trip in July to Jamaica. Let me tell you how crazy this is, I have a wedding in Jamaica one week before she goes. Maybe, I’ll just stay to help her out:))))

Can’t stay out to late cuz I have a all day wedding tomorrow at the Ritz Carlton and a bridal photo shoot early on Sunday at the studio so I can’t be tired.

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At first I didn’t want to tell everybody that I had a 12 noon interview today with Times Picayune because I didn’t want to jinx myself. Susan came by and she interviewed me for about an hour. We basically just talked and laugh so it didn’t feel like the typical ones that I have had in the past. This article should run in July in a the fashion WISH insert. SO be on the lookout for that plus I’ll keep you all posted.

She may use some of the info for another piece that she will be doing in the living section of the Times Picayune. We schedule the photographer to stop by the studio on Wednesday to take a few pics of myself and the studio. Lord, I hope he got my good side.

Later that evening Star, Carlyn and I went to OHM Lounge to attend a private showing from LA designer Jeanne Bauer. She was showcasing her amazing custom jewelry and you know that I love custom, chunky pieces so I was excited about going.

You all have to take a look at her pieces at anujewelry.net their amazing. I look forward to working with her on an upcoming event in LA. I may have to get a few things for Essence weekend. Her pieces are bad ass to where I could just rock a baby tee, my skinny jeans and sexy stiletto and her pieces would be the eye candy.

My boy Billy came out with his sexy ass and Marco and Anais was there. She look so good such a sexy mom to be. Jeanne herself is bad ass she look like she should be a model instead of a jewelry designer. I was introduce to her by attorney Mark Bloom who is also a cutie. Mark is now living in California can’t wait to see him on my next trip to my second home.

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I had a few clients today at the studio. Michael and I had to go meet Jordan summer camp counselors at 4pm and on our way back we were both hunger so we went to Houston’s for early dinner.

My last client for the evening was Jazz Singer Stephanie Jordan who had a show at 9pm. So she came by at 7pm to get her glam look for the show.

My girls Jessica and J. Renee are so sweet they came by earlier during the day to say hi and then later that evening they stopped by to bring me a large mango martini. How sweet is that????

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Ok girls I think I partied way to hard last week for the SEX AND THE CITY events we took part in. I have to post pics and tell ya'll how much we had. I will try to post a little here and a little there.

Tomorrow my lil friend, the city mayor is starting up the show again. So I don't know how long taping will be so don't stop by the studio cuz I won't be there. They say we will be done earlier due to his trip but we will see you know black folks are always late know matter how much planning they do.

Ok gotta go.

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Since I didn’t have anyone on my books today I took this opportunity to spend a fun day with my kids and Star. So we started out today at my favorite treat spot…The Kupcake Factory in Kenner. You all know I don’t do Kenner but this is so worth the crazy traffic. This is why my body looks like it does because of treats like this. My favorites are:Wedding Cake, Caramel Apple, White Chocolate and Double Vanilla.
Wait…I ate so much this time that my black ass got sick cuz I also had the Banana Foster gelato and a bottle of granny apple soda. The kids seem to enjoy the cupcakes and my baby boy Jordan loved the mango gelato.

If you all are looking for a great treat for mom, sister, bff or anyone special you have to get a dozen of cupcakes from The Kupcake Factory. If you want to get on my good side this is a treat with a bottle of Riesling wine or Champagne.

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Atlanta, GA. May 26, 2008

Question: HOW DO YOU SPELL GLAM IN THE “HOLLYWOOD SOUTH”?
Answer: B – G – D

Those in the know know that in pursuit of your best reflection book celebrity make up artist Brandy Gomez Duplessis. That is exactly what happened when the Style Networks hottest family of fashion The Kardashians (Kris Jenner, Khloe, Kourtney and Kim Kardashian) visited the Big Easy for the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA) annual national convention The Cable Show ’08. Also in Louisiana shooting a film, Kim Kardashian was pleased to discover that Brandy offers professional GLAM services on a level that she loves and looks forward to their next GLAM session.

Keeping up with the Kardashians – was the assignment on Monday May 19th for BGD Make Up Artistry Studio. After wrapping up another L’Oreal tour Brandy Gomez-Duplessis was in the right place creatively to rise to the occasion and shine. Brandy was armed with fresh new selections for summer from her developing line of cosmetics “Queen B” (the only line suited for such regality). BGD was assisted by GLAM squad members LA make up artist Jessica Deben and New Orleans hair stylists Cara Rost and Nicole Gaudin. Brandy successfully nailed edgy chic Kris Jenner’s signature smokey eyes. The reveals inspired high fives, hugs and smooches. She “loved her lips”. Kris graciously accepted a gift of 8 glosses from the “Queen B” line of cosmetics. When it came to Khloe, it was all about the eyes that day. Kourtney’s make up was done by Jessica and was also glamtastic.

Right: Kim’s look displays soft summer pastels featuring angel by MAC her favorite lipstick topped off with BGD’s most popular gloss Diamond $15. You know what they say ladies “diamonds are a girls best friend”. For an extra dash of GLAM on a hot summer night add lip sparklettes “Diamond & Pixie” $15 or her wet lip gloss $12 . Both products are available for purchase at BGD’s new GLAM studio on Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans.

Mirror – Mirror – best describes the celebrity make up artist’s eagerly awaited new studio. Beyond the richly pleated georgette Austrian sheer glamour panels on 3613 Magazine Street is BGD Makeup Artistry Studio. A collection of reflective surfaces from antique floor mirrors to sleek modern mosaic lighting set the mood. Her personal collection of music, carefully placed spotlights and chandeliers set the tone for a truly Divalicious experience. Even if you’re not a celebrity the Hollywood GLAM effect of the stylish contemporary décor, hottest product selections and pampering services offered will have clients feeling like one in an instant. If you’re not sure what to expect, open your eyes. The writing is on the wall in this studio. Engrained in the design plan are various displays from Brandy’s signature body of work. Professional services available are; air brush makeup, basic makeup, eye-lash extensions and brow shaping. These services are offered by appointment only. For studio details and pricing info visit http://www.bgdmakeupartistry.com

BRANDY GOMEZ DUPLESSIS – is a household name amongst the old and the new New Orleans. After closing her makeup store in New Orleans two years ago, she has decided to expand nationally. Four months after Hurricane Katrina, Gomez-Duplessis worked at Jose’ Eber’s salon in Houston’s Post Oak area. Since then she has been freelancing and traveling looking for a new place to perform her craft and grow her business. For over 10 years her makeup brushes have touched many faces from the famous Jordin Sparks, Deborah Cox, Hornets Player Chris Paul, Mayor C. Ray Nagin, Access Hollywood Maria Menounos, Football Players Brett Favre and Reggie Bush, R&B Singer Usher, Essence, People, Teen People and Paper City magazine and made appearances on Style Network “How Do I Look”, TLC, The Tyra Banks Show has toured with L’Oreal Cosmetics, travled to Mexico with Planet Beach for a photo shoot, and was the Official Makeup Artist for The NBA All-Star in 2008. Despite the increase in high profile work, she maintains one of her favorite make up staples: weddings. Brandy has painted many of New Orleans’ elite brides, and destination brides. She has travel out of the country for 50% of the weddings she does; her bridal make up is legendary. With elaborate wedding packages (one time applications-all day services), flawless make up, brides have booked her as far in advance as two years.

“Overall I was honored to have worked with them. I am just glad that finally the beauty and fashion industry has stop looking at me as just a New Orleans Makeup Artist and now as just a National Makeup Artist” – BGD

With another L’Oreal tour under her belt, a re-established presence on Magazine Street (one of the hottest shopping districts in the city) and Keeping up with the Kardashian’s one wonders how she does it. To learn more about the life and style of BGD visit http://www.insidethelifeofamakeupartist.blogspot.com

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From: brandy@bgdmakeupartistry.com

Date: Sun, 25 May 2008 12:58:15

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Subject: I will return calls

Ok guys its just not enough time in the day. I have been trying to call everyone back as fast and when I can. Our times are different so it doesn't work when I can call you guys. I'm sorry just bare with me. I had a half of a day off on Mothers Day and a half day in Houston when I spent time with my family.

I am about to jump out the tub head out to do this Soft Sheen Carson

/L'Oreal assignment on the west bank at a church. Then at 2:45 I have to be on Toulouse to set up for a bridal party. I should be done at 6pm cuz that's the time the wedding start.

My girl Jessica from L.A. is helping me out with the last two locations of the Soft Sheen gig. I am so glad I have her still in town holding me down.

On Friday I had to give away another assignment to two makeup artists cuz I couldn't make that one due to the weather for the assignment I was working on. I still earlier that day had Soft Sheen.

I had Devin for the last two days and she has been a great help with answering my phone and taking messages for me. She's is such a sweet girl and I am glad I have her on my team. She has learned a lot in the last two days about how crazy my schedule is and she wants to stay around so that's a good thing.

Let me get out this tub before I be late.

People, I will try to make calls to as many as I can when I get off. I will be heading to the studio after the wedding so ill hit up as many of you all as I can. At some point I need to eat today. I just realize that I haven't eaten in two days maybe that's why my head hurts. Do red bulls count?

Shit Shit Shit… I forgot about Chris Paul party tonight. Shit! Gotta go bye

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