ALL ABOUT THE GINA MYERS MAKEUP MASTERCLASS HOSTED BY THE DREAM CATCHING GIRLS!

September 23, 2017

ALL ABOUT THE GINA MYERS MAKEUP MASTERCLASS HOSTED BY THE DREAM CATCHING GIRLS!

Stylexplora is more than just a username. It is about exploring style in every way...not just fashion, food and makeup, but lifestyle too. I find events such as photoshoot, workhops and conference styling very interesting, and one can learn and grow so much from them.

As many of you know, I have held makeup workshops, collaborations and private one on one lessons before, and I really wanted to attend one instructed by another Makeup Artist, entirely for the experience.

I was so happy to be contacted by the Dream Catching Girls.
The Dream Catching Girls are beautiful sisters Nabeelah and Ra'eesah Akoon, and they were hosting and putting together a makeup masterclass, by Gina Myers Senior Makeup Artist for Estee Lauder, and Artist to celebrities.

Nabeelah Akoon left, Gina Myers centre and Ra'eesah Akoon Right

Gina Myers, she is so sweet.. She posed for me.. #Totalslay

I love the name and the logo... Branding on point!

The cost of the workshop was R2600 for the class to be held on 16 September 2017, at the Living studio at 157 Woburn street, in Benoni between 1:30 and 5pm.

The Cost was much lower than what other workshops have been held at, and was offering greater value. The Dream Catching Girls also announced the goodies to be included in the goodie bag on their Instagram, before the event. That got everyone excited, and who doesn't like bonus goodies with giveaways on the day.

The Address was The Living Studio, in Benoni, and it was ideal for the masterclass!

Duration was 3,5 hours of class time with a half hour for registration at the beginning, and there would be time for refreshments and eats.

I arrived, large vanity case in hand, filled with my personal makeup essentials for the class. The ladies were relaxed in the patio, waiting their turn, as others were pampered with Glam Glow masks. I never tried glam glow masks before (shocker!;P), so was really looking forward to it.

We were served chilled, sparkling beverages and ice lollies, perfect for the heat! The lollies were special...I'm pretty sure they had figs and rose petals in them...either way, it was refreshing!

So Gina Myers, Celebrity Artist, casually comes up to chat with us, a bubbly personality and clearly the life of the party. She cheers us on and amps us up for the masterclass to ensue. At that point, the ladies couldn't wait to get started.

I was really impressed, everything was set up beautifully! A strong Spring theme, flowed seamlessly through the venue. A living wall cascaded with names of the sponsors involved, made for a gorgeous photography backdrop. Next to it, a Glam Glow consultant was set up and masking attendees.

In the lounging area, there were clear vases with white flowers, fern printed scatter cushions on the white couches, and hanging from the ceiling were bubble decor and a clear acrylic coffee table on a grey textured carpet. It was light, airy, minimal and in hues of green, white, and grey.

Photography by Izzy Akoon

The classes began a little later than scheduled, as to be expected of any event, as there were lots of ladies to get their masks done including me. So masking was then postponed to the break and after the event.

We got to our seats in the studio. Tables were laid out in a v style and covered in white, with a mirror for each attendee. It was 3 to a table and enough makeup remover, cotton pads, ear buds, and tissues per table, in acrylic jars were laid out. There was also a branded Gina Myers notebook with a cute little pen for notes during the class, and a large goodie bag for each attendee.

To the the side of the studio, Gina's sister, Kimmy K was set up and was the vibrant DJ for the event. At the front and center stage, was a Benefit counter filled with Benefit goodies to be used by Gina through the masterclass. Next to that was a chair for Gina's Model, Thameenah Saint. To the other side of the studio, was a shopping addicts dream, a whole isle of Benefit goodies to test, swatch and buy. I kid you not, the entire wall had tables laid side by side. What I loved most, was the number of Benebabes, erm I mean consultants, who were on the floor to assist attendees.

Classes began on a high note with DJ Kimmy K setting the tone with Gina's favourite beats. Attendees were expected to bring it, to win it...(I just stood there awkwardly...what to do? should I have shaked my booty for that stunning Kiki beauty hamper? #diaryofahijabi) and so the first giveaway was done.

Benefit's Lauren Engelbrecht, National Brow Artist then showed attendees how to become masters of their brows. It was super informative about the new Benefit brow Products, and how best to use them. Lauren's bubbly personality and lively attitude kept the class interesting and fun.

She's awesome! Went into pose mode as soon as I lifted my camera... I gotta learn that!

Gina then took center stage as she demonstrated a gorgeous on trend eye look, with close attention to technique. She then went onto perfecting the Base, highlighting and contouring, and the attendees were mesmerized by the transformation. Another giveaway was done, and we then took a break for tea and snacks.

Outside the studio, alongside the patio area, a self-serving buffet style tea table had been laid out. There were white and silver dishes, with an ensemble of sweet and savouries set up on a picnic style table. There were delectable chocolate brownies, pastel hued macaroons, chocolate truffles, open chicken sandwiches, chicken salad cups, fresh fruits and more. Compliments to the chefs, everything I tasted was delicious, and the presentation was elegant and couture like.

Pic by @makeupbynkay

I quickly took the opportunity to get my Glam glow Mask done by Innocentia of Glam Glow. She used the Youth Mud mask, which tingled slightly at first, but that's how you know it's working. My skin did a 180 after this mask, it was tighter, smoother and refreshed. I'm definitely a fan and hope to get this one soon, who wouldn't want facial results from one mask application?

We then headed back, for another giveaway and thus ending the masterclass on yet another high note. Gina, the DCG's and Benebabes stuck around for a while to mingle and attendees got their Benefit fix before we all bid adieu!

I got to chat with Gina a little more, and she is so inspirational and passionate about making a difference, and women empowerment.

It was highly evident from the looks the attendees had recreated, that they left feeling confident in their new found abilities and knowledge.

Apart from learning more about Benefits product range, as a makeup artist, I didn't learn anything new from the masterclass. However, it was still a beautiful experience as a whole, a ladies day out filled with goodies, fine food and pampering, and one that I will treasure. Meeting Gina Myers and The DC was wonderful! I made alot of good connections and it was a pleasure meeting blogger Rogue by Nablah and Makeup by Nkay

Make by Nkay and Roguebynablah

The DCG pulled off a stunning well rounded masterclass with a celebrity Artist, and they did it with panache! Gina was clearly comfortable and passionate teaching the class, and worked at a pace that was great for beginners.

I wish both Ms. Gina Myers and the DCG sisters everything of the best in their future endeavors.

So, I know you want to know what was in the goodie bag....Here they are...