As part of my recent trip, I had my very first professional makeover, packaged together with my first ever pro photo session.

I slipped one of the photos into a recent post without any fanfare, but I really think this experience deserves its own special attention.

The end result of the makeover was more makeup than I usually wear, false eye-lashes which I rarely wear, and a much more “done” look than I tend to go for. 

Part of that was that the makeup was done specifically for the photos, but I realize that I have been lazy about makeup for a long time.  I pride myself on the fact that I can be ready – from the shower door to the front door – in about 30 minutes – surely an advantage, but there are other considerations.

I resolved, then and there, to improve my makeup skills – and more to the point, my patience – so that I could do a glam look if and when I wanted.

I was encouraged enough to try my hand at it in Las Vegas, and encouraged still more by the positive reviews my efforts received.  You can judge for yourself by looking at the shot above.

As to those pro shots, I will post a few of them next time.  I trust you will forgive my being just a bit of a tease… tee-hee!