How did you get your start in the makeup industry?
I started my career as a hair and makeup artist in Germany working in print and commercials. When I was 21, I moved to Paris, where I got my start in fashion. I just knew that I was going to be a makeup artist. I’m very fortunate to do what I believe I am supposed to be doing and that I love what I do.

How did you come to work on La La Land?
One of my industry friends introduced me to Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. From that introduction I met Damien Chazelle, the director of La La Land. After reading the script and talking to Damien about the characters in the movie, it was very clear to me that I wanted to design the makeup for the movie. My team and I designed everyone’s looks in collaboration with the costume and hair department. As a personal makeup artist to Ms. Stone and Mr. Gosling, I was able to create both of their looks as well. This was a team effort and I took everyone’s input, including the actors.

How did you choose your makeup department?
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