Marissa Nemes’ love of beauty began when she was a young girl. Her chic grandmother Zelda, a fashion designer from Poland, played a memorable role in Marissa’s early childhood. Zelda’s motto “if you look good you’ll feel good” has stayed with Marissa since day one. Always thinking of Zelda’s fashion forward beauty and style, Marissa vividly remembers her grandmother’s palette of colorful eyeshadows, lipsticks and baby blonde hair. Marissa knew she was destined to be an artist at a very early age when color naturally motivated her on a daily basis. Marissa started to paint abstract canvasses, snap photos from around the world and suggest colors and makeup techniques to her mother, sisters and clients. While Marissa’s impressive background includes both photography and fashion degrees, she felt most fulfilled as a makeup artist.Best known for her iconic, clean and classic style, Marissa has had involvement in aesthetic styling for feature films such as The Mummy III and The Aviator, branching out to TV shows such as Bravo’s Real Housewives series. Marissa has built an outstanding reputation through word of mouth for her excellent work ethic and editorial coverage in publications such as Vogue, GQ and Vanity Fair Magazines. Marissa’s expert beauty tips have been featured in InStyle Best Beauty Buys, Martha Stewart Weddings and AOL StyleList.
Marissa is consistently inspired by vintage glamour, nature’s beauty as well as man’s brilliant architecture that is evident in major cities throughout the world. Marissa’s travels through Europe, Africa, The Middle East and North America, connected her global aesthetic with the ability to appreciate beauty and diverse cultures in all its forms. Having the necessary skills which the industry requires, Marissa’s glowing personality and intense passion for makeup give her the perfect balance to always challenge herself and create timeless pieces of work. She continues to follow her heart and work internationally as a makeup artist.