Makeup by Gatsby Gilbert, Arizona
For the nights that matter

Special occasion makeup for galas, graduations and dances

Makeup for galas, engagement photos, graduations, birthdays and formal dances, applied where you’re getting ready. Special occasion makeup starts at $125.

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Starting at
$125
Natural to full glam
Your call
Where you get ready
On location
Glam makeup with sculpted brows and voluminous dark waves

Makeup for every kind of celebration

The event sets the look. Daylight photos need something different from a ballroom at night.

Engaged couple posing in a downtown crosswalk in front of a historic church tower
Engagement photosSoft definition that photographs well in daylight and holds up to close-ups.
Teen in a red formal dress with fresh glam makeup for a dance
Formal dancesProm, homecoming and winter formal: fresh, youthful glam.
Brunette client with polished glam makeup in a photo studio
Galas and partiesMore drama for evening light, from birthdays to award nights.
Smiling blonde client with fresh, camera-ready makeup
Graduations and family eventsCamera-ready makeup that looks like you in every group photo.
Before and after: full glam makeup with a shimmer eye and lashes
Your appointment

What to expect at your makeup appointment

  • Tell her the event

    Time of day, indoors or out, and what you’re wearing. A photo of the outfit helps.

  • Pick your level

    Natural, soft glam or full glam. Bring inspiration photos if you have them.

  • Set to last

    Skin is prepped and set so the look holds through dinner, dancing and photos.

More special occasion looks

View the portfolio
Couple on a historic balcony during an engagement session
Platinum blonde client with full glam makeup and a classic red lip
Client with long dark waves and soft glam makeup, getting ready at home
Soft glam with defined eyes on a brunette client
Soft glam with a smoky eye on a blonde client
Soft glam makeup with a bright smile and balayage waves

Special occasion questions

How much is special occasion makeup?

Special occasion makeup starts at $125. Groups and travel are quoted with your date and location.

What events do you do makeup for?

Engagement sessions, graduations, galas, birthdays, anniversaries, award ceremonies and formal dances like prom and homecoming.

How should I plan my timing?

Tell Gatsby when you need to leave or when photos start, and she’ll set the appointment time to work back from there.

Can you do makeup for a group?

Yes. Send the number of people and your start time, and Gatsby will plan the schedule so everyone is ready on time.

Do you come to me?

Yes. Gatsby works on location in Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Tempe, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Apache Junction, Ahwatukee and Scottsdale.

Photo and video partnerPhoto and video for quinceañeras and celebrations in MesaIAZ Photo Studio covers your event from getting ready to the last dance.
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Check your date with Gatsby

Tell her the date, the occasion and where you’re getting ready. You’ll hear back with availability and a quote.

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