Around the World with Dreamcatcher Artistry!

 Booked flights & hotel, check! Bought the dress, check! Locked the venue, check! Dreamcatcher hair & makeup, check!

 Jet-setting around the world or flying home for that picture perfect, dreamy wedding location? The expert team at Dreamcatcher Artistry is with you all the way! We have fantastic deals on destination packages so you'll not only have the location of your dreams, but the beauty team to help you put your best face forward. To learn more about our destination packages email us at info@dreamcatcherartistry.com or give us a ring at 805-453-5029!

Contouring 101

It may not be rocket science but when it comes to contouring, there is definitely a formula for success. Here to demystify the process and help you put your best face forward is a great tutorial video from celeb makeup artist Rae Morris for Style Caster!

Dreamy 2016 Wedding Trends

   

Getting hitched soon? Here to help you plan the wedding of your dreams is the ultimate 2016 style guide from Brit+Co! From rustic chic decor, to hair brooches, bold colors, and dramatic makeup, make your nuptials the talk of the town this year! And remember, our Dreamcatcher expert beauty team is here to help you walk down that ever-so-chic aisle in glamour and style!

Summer Sun Makeup Hacks

Things are officially heating up outside, which means it's time to fortify our makeup against the sometimes unforgiving summer sun. Between festival hopping, destination weddings, and exploring the great outdoors, we're all looking for a way to extend the life of our cosmetics to keep up with us on our all-day adventures. So keep your look fresh, stylish and sweat-proof with these clever makeup hacks from the Zoe Report!

Step into Spring!

Spring is in full swing, and now is the time of year when we’re all more than ready to shake off our winter coats and slip into something fun, flirty, and colorful! Along with fashion, this season’s makeup and hair trends are on point, with bold colors, feminine up-do’s and playful hair accessories. Get ready to be inspired with this essential guide from Stylecaster for wearable make-up and hair trends from the runways of New York Fashion Week!

Etherial Beauty

With ties from our past, it was an absolute honor getting this beautiful soul ready on her special day. With a very etherial vibe, this gal knows how to rock her natural curls! Photos: Lucia Gill Photography

Venue: Carpinteria Lions Club

Hawaiian Dream

Its a very special occasion when your BFF gets married, and in Kauai no less! From her Boudoir Sesh to her 'I Do' it was a gorgeous event to be apart of. Heather and Marco you are two beautiful souls and I was so honored to be such a big part in your union! Photography: Jaqueline Pilar-Pilar Reflections

Location: Plantation Gardens

Beauty and Brains

This beautiful babe got hitched last year, and I couldn't be more happier to share these photos. (A little late, I know!) This woman is one of the kindest, smartest women I know, and knows how to rock some fuchsia lips! Photos: Jacqueline Pilar - Pilar Reflections

Coordinating: Beijos Events 

Location: Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Roguesur!

A little while back I had the pleasure of working with the crew at Seavees to create the Makeup & Hair for their 2014 fall lookbook shot in Big Sur. What a wonderful cast and crew to have had the pleasure working with! The models were beyond gorgeous and kind, while the rest of the crew were so incredibly generous and gracious. And the location.... what a gem! Three days in the trees, doesn't get any better then that! Thank you to the amazing Chris Orwig for capturing the moments! Here are the covers of the cookbooks, but check out the links to see more!

SeaVees FW14 Editorial Catalogue

SeaVees FW14 Product Catalogue

The Ultimate Western Wedding

Every time I see these photos I fall in love! From the unique dress, to that fantastic cowboy hat, this couple stole our hearts! Our artist Sahar did a stunning job at enhancing this already gorgeous brides beauty with a soft natural look. And who better to take the photos of such a memorable day then the company of the brides sister Found Creative Studio. Want to see more? Check out what Green Wedding Shoes had to blog about it!

Santa Barbara Succulents

Some gorgeous photos from a 2015 wedding by our artists Adrieanna and Sahar! Love seeing our artists at work! Photographer: Brandon & Erica Photography

Flowers: Margaret Joan Florals

Getting Ready Location: Upham Hotel

It's a jungle out there!

An amazing shoot with an amazing crew. And best of all, the ANIMALS!! Photography: Caroline Tran

Dress: Robin Kaplin

Faerie Chair name card holders, heart lockets: Michelle Van Fleet

Florist, Event Design, + Production : Tricia Fountaine Design

Hand blown glass stem ware: Saul Alcaraz

Location: Dos Pueblos Ranch

The Simpson House Inn

I don't often get the pleasure of staying at many of the hotels that we've worked at, but this years Valentines day my love treated me to one of the beautiful cottages at The Simpson House Inn in Santa Barbara. What a treat! We stayed in the Plumbstead cottage which was a quaint two story building with a private jacuzzi tub, fireplace and a fantastic breakfast that was brought to us at a predetermined time and set up for us on our porch. If that wasn't enough, they personally greeted us at our car as we parked and offered wine and hors d'oeuvres during the evening in the main building. If it couldn't get any better, they provided of my favorite products in the cottage... Kiehls! They even sent us away with a wonderful gift - some watercolor painted stationary by a local artist. Highly, highly recommend this place! @ Simpsonhouseinn #simpsonhouseinn #santabarbarabedandbreakfast #santabarbarahotels #SantaBarbara #Bedandbreakfast #kiehls #destinationwedding #weddingvenue #dreamcatcherartistry  

Flower Power!

A bridal inspired photoshoot we had the pleasure of working on a few years ago and I can't stop staring at them. I took so long to post because I couldn't choose! Thank you Jacqueline with Pilar Reflections for the amazing photos. Other amazing vendors involved:

Coordinators: True Blue Events/Wild Hearts Events

Flowers: Tenley Erin Young

Location: Santa Barbara Womens Club

Art in Motion

I love getting photos back from my brides. But I REALLY love getting videos. I feel so connected to the brides and clients we work with that when I get to see a video I feel as if I got to enjoy the event with them! This is a bit late, but thank you to Katrina for sharing this with us!

Video: Ryan Geldermann

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Nature and the Bride

Our bride Rebecca was a dream to work with! Married on May 18th 2013 at the Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, her and her now Husband Julio had a dream wedding on the gorgeous grounds of the Museum. Photographer: Fortuna Photography www.fortunaphotography.com

Praise & Gratitude

Received this in an email earlier this year...' Hi Leah, I just wanted to say THANK YOU for your amazing job!! I loved my hair & makeup so much! It was exactly how I wanted and perfect! From beginning to end, you were very professional, responsive and listened to all my requests. I felt beautiful all day and was able to enjoy my day without worrying about my hair or makeup. All my pictures turned out great. I would recommend Dreamcatcher to everyone. Thank you! Mayumi'

And this is why we do what we do :) Thank you Mayumi, as well as to all our past and future clients for choosing us to be with you on your special day! We love what we do, and even more so love making YOU look and feel like a million bucks.

Ever wonder how long your cosmetics last?

Did you know that Cosmetics and Skin Care are not required to put an expiration date on the product? Grrrr! So here is a very handy guide to how long your cosmetics can last you.Also, a good suggestion - put the date of when you purchased, or opened the cosmetic on the packaging itself... that way you can better keep track of how long you've had it!

2012 Flashback Wedding

This beautiful bride Lauren, and her husband Andrew we're wed summer 2012 at a private home on the beach in Carpinteria. Lauren and her bridesmaids were a pleasure to work with, and we could not be more happy for the couple. We hope you two are enjoying married life! Photographer: Blake Andrews SLOtography

Another Beautiful Bride!

One of our beautiful Brides Janelle and her lovely husband Sean tied the knot this March at the Rincon Beach Club in Carpinteria. We had the pleasure of styling Janelle and her Bridesmaids Hair that morning at a rental home off Mission Canyon Road in Santa Barbara. Congrats to the both of you! Beautiful Photos by: Jacqueline Pilar of Pilar Reflections