Meet the Artist

Isabella C

Isabella C

Quick Facts: In her free time, Isabella enjoys exploring new places with her husband, discovering hidden cafés and speakeasies in the DMV area, hiking, listening to podcasts, and, of course, making spontaneous trips to Ulta and Sephora to find new gems for her kit. She currently lives in Bethesda, MD.

Beauty Background: Born and raised in Mexico, Isabella discovered her love for beauty at a young age through the world of YouTube tutorials and artistic expression. As a teenager, she performed in theater and television, often doing her own makeup for shows. It was during those moments backstage that her passion for makeup truly began.What started as a personal interest quickly evolved into a calling. Isabella pursued formal makeup training and now works as a freelance artist, specializing in bridal and special event makeup.

Favorite Makeup Product: Dior Backstage Glow Face Palette – Shade 001

Favorite Hair Product: Moroccanoil Treatment

Beauty Hack: Applying a quality facial serum every night before bed. It makes a noticeable difference in how foundation looks.

From the Artist: "My favorite part of being a makeup artist is witnessing that powerful moment when a woman looks in the mirror and sees her own beauty in a new way. It’s more than makeup — it’s transformation, confidence, and self-love coming to life."


Portfolio

Testimonials

  • "I booked this vendor at the advice of a friend who manages weddings and has seen their work a lot. I was assigned Alina and Marina for my wedding and they were incredible. The trial was easy and straightforward and I walked out with exactly what I wanted. On the wedding day they nailed both my hair and makeup and everything held up perfectly. They also did hair and makeup for my two bridesmaids, my mom, and my stepmom. Everyone looked great and felt comfortable, and they handled their very specific preferences without any issues. The whole team was professional, organized, and the studio itself is really pretty and welcoming. Highly recommend this vendor."
    Lauren
    Lauren
    Bride (November 2025)
  • "They were attentive to my ideas and boundaries, ensuring I felt comfortable and beautiful. They also stuck to the schedule, which made my planner incredibly happy, and had us all ready to go in the sweltering heat.The whole experience was so worth the investment, and I truly wish they could do our glam every day! I will absolutely be hiring them again for any future hair and makeup needs."
    Amanda
    Amanda
    Bride (June 2025)

  • "As a wedding planner, I love working with vendors who make my couples feel at ease and absolutely radiant on their big day and Makeup by Ana B delivers every time! The team makes everyone look gorgeous and the makeup truly lasts all day (through tears, dancing, and everything in between).

    From the planning side, I so appreciate the team's professionalism, quick response time, and flexibility. Communication is always clear and fast, which makes the process seamless on my end, as well as for our couples.

    I can’t recommend Makeup by Ana B highly enough — their artistry is stunning, their professionalism is unmatched, and they’re an absolute joy to collaborate with!"

    Lissa Scotto-Chang
    Lissa Scotto-Chang
    Wedding Planner
  • "As a wedding planner, I have worked alongside many hair and makeup teams, and MAB Artistry is always a pleasure to have on site. Their team is professional, punctual, efficient, and excellent at keeping a busy wedding morning moving without making anyone feel rushed. They are also collaborative with the larger vendor team, which makes a meaningful difference when photography, touch-ups, and getting-ready logistics all need to work together. Most importantly, their clients look beautiful and feel confident. I would happily recommend MAB Artistry to my couples."
    Carmen H
    Carmen H
    Wedding Planner
  • "I cannot say enough amazing things about Mindy and Shirley! They did an absolutely AMAZING job on my wedding day. I felt so stunning, confident, and completely like myself. They truly captured the full look and feel I had envisioned and somehow made it even better than I imagined! From the trial, I knew they were the perfect choice. Mindy absolutely nailed my hair, and Shirley made my makeup flawless. They were both so professional, calming, and SO much fun to be around—which is exactly the energy you want on your wedding morning! They made getting ready such a fun and special part of my wedding day. Not only did they make me feel incredible, but they also created the most beautiful looks for all of my bridesmaids. Everyone looked and felt amazing! I’m so grateful I had Mindy and Shirley there on such an important day. Their talent, energy, and personalities made the whole experience unforgettable. I would recommend them a million times over!!"
    Gillian
    Gillian
    Bride (August 2026)