Erica T. Martell, Makeup Artist.

eup artist to work with for my wedding. Thankfully, Erica came highly recommended from a friend (who looked gorgeous on her own wedding day!). Erica and I hit it off immediately during our first conversation– she’s so easy to talk to and it was really clear from the beginning that she goes above and beyond to make her brides feel comfortable and special. Erica is such a talented artist. I didn’t really even know how to articulate the kind of look that I wanted, but Erica asked me a lot of questions and made sure I was comfortable the whole time– it felt really collaborative and is just one more example of how Erica is totally focused on her brides having a great experience. On my wedding day, I truly felt like the best version of myself. She made my skin look absolutely flawless, and I didn’t even feel like I was wearing a lot of makeup! She also does the most amazing lashes. Erica did my makeup for my rehearsal dinner the night before too– we did a completely different fun, summery look which I also loved! I never thought I would be so happy with my makeup, and Erica exceeded all of my expectations on both nights of my wedding weekend. Erica was also amazing with my mom, who never wears makeup and gets really nervous about it. My mom felt completely at ease with Erica and was so happy with how she looked. In addition to me and my mom, Erica did my two sisters’ and my mother-in-law’s makeup on the day of the wedding, and everyone looked stunning. I also used Erica’s beck and call services so she stayed until after our ceremony, and I am SO glad she was there (and would highly, highly recommend this!). My wedding day was hot, humid, and windy, but Erica kept me and the whole wedding party touched up during photos and before and after the ceremony so everyone looked and felt their best-- and my makeup stayed in place all night, through lots of dancing! Every time I look at our photographs, I’m blown away again by Erica’s skill. Not only is Erica an incredible artist, she’s also an incredible person. You spend a ton of time on the day of your wedding with your makeup artist, and Erica brings the kind of energy you want around– she is calming, supportive, funny, and kind, and is so fun to be around. My whole family adores her and I feel like I gained a friend as a result! If you are considering working with Erica, do not hesitate– she is truly the best and I feel so lucky to have found her.

by discussing YOU. What is your skin regimen, what are you looking for, dress, hair, flowers, location, all the details like you are sharing for the first time with your maid of honor, and you get all the excitement too. Erica is an artist. She starts with a blank palette and builds, accentuating your face as you express your vision and she interprets. You get access to her leading up to the big day and all her expertise that she holds. I wanted a natural, effortless look that photographed well and I got exactly that, and more. Not to mention, the pamper session! Your wedding day is a lot of work for a bride with how to hold the bouquet, walk slowly, smile, head down for the veil, tears, touch ups, and all the fun that comes after. I felt so relaxed and ready to go when the time came! Erica is talented and thoughtful. I could not imagine my day without her. Extra: Erica is a lash MASTER

She is, TRULY, without a doubt, the absolute best you will find. Exhibit A: about 2/3 of the way through her doing my makeup, I turned to look at a few of my bridesmaids, and they all *literally* gasped. It sounds like such an overused phrase, but she really does make you look like yourself, but better. The best, actually. She honestly has some sort of magic power where you will be somehow totally transformed, while still looking like yourself, and also feeling like you're hardly wearing any makeup at all. And! She is also the most calming presence to have with you on your wedding day, and you will feel like you've known her forever after meeting her for two minutes. SHE IS THE BEST. If you happen to find that she is available for your wedding date, consider yourself lucky!! It will be the best decision you make for your wedding planning. Trust!

g ready” experience as I lost my mom four years ago and really dreaded the idea of missing her presence so acutely on such a momentous day. I relayed those fears to Erica during our first conversation and when I tell you I felt mothered by her the morning of my wedding, I don’t say that lightly. She was a calming, powerful presence for me. She made me feel beautiful and seen and cared for- and I honestly cannot imagine my day without her. As a makeup artist you cannot find anyone better. I would bet any worldly possession on that. She is meticulous and gentle: she brings out the natural beauty we uniquely have without overpowering or changing our sense of self. I have never looked nor felt more beautiful than I did on June 25, 2021. Erica brought out the goddess in me and I would get married all over again just to feel as glam as I did. Erica is a special soul- someone I hope to be connected to for a long while- hiring you was the single best decision I made for my wedding- and it’ll be yours too.

en wanted to have my makeup done professionally for my wedding (this was on the heels of a disastrous wedding makeup trial with a different vendor where I left looking like a gloppy artificial version of myself and was a bit freaked). As soon as I spoke with Erica over the phone though, I could tell she was going to be different. She was confident (and rightfully so), not only in her considerable expertise, but also in her ability to understand and channel exactly what her clients are envisioning. And boy did she do that!!!! When I tell you I was BLOWN AWAY after my makeup trial with her, that is not an understatement. She did more than just channel what I envisioned, she improved upon it. Drastically. My skin looked flawless but still like *my skin* and my lashes were the perfect amount of "extra" without looking over the top (Erica is the Michelangelo of fake lashes -- trust). It was exactly what I wanted, but better! On top of all that, I have rosacea-prone, reactive skin, and Erica was conscious of making sure each and every product she used was gentle and non-irritating. Fast forward to my wedding: getting my makeup done was one of the most relaxing parts of the morning and the perfect way to set the tone, thanks to Erica's indulgent skin prep routine and overall demeanor (she's the kind of person you want to keep hanging out with after your wedding is over, if you know what I mean). My makeup also lasted the whole night, despite the raging humidity. Long story short, I could go on and on about Erica because Erica goes above and beyond in her work. That's just the kind of person, and artist, that she is. Hiring her will be one of the best wedding-related decisions you make. I guarantee it.

eable, funny, calming, responsive & truly cares about each of her brides and goes above & beyond for them. Being a lover of make-up that simply enhances your natural beauty, it was important to me to find the perfect make-up artist and I did. Throughout the entire wedding planning time (which was 2 and a half years for me because we postponed due to COVID), Erica would check in with me and set up times to talk about my vision for how I wanted to look & feel on my wedding, as well as my skin care routine. She even set up a facetime for us to solely discuss skin care, which was SO helpful! She provided product recommendations & spent time explaining to me what I should do to make sure I had the best skin for my wedding day. I used every piece of advice she gave me (& bought every single product she showed me-oops!) and my skin was flawless & glowing on my wedding day. From our trial and conversations she was able to create the bridal look of my dreams. She took so much care and time creating my bridal look that I truly felt (and looked!) like a celebrity. She made me not only look but also feel beautiful. She exudes positivity and makes you feel so comfortable. Starting the day with her was the best energy to go into my wedding with. On top of the beautiful quality of her work, her make up was SO durable and long lasting. During my first conversation with Erica, I had asked if she had any recommendations for hair stylists. She recommended the most amazing hair stylist and what was even better was that they are close friends & love working alongside each other. They created such a happy, welcoming, amazing vibe for all of us getting ready that morning! Together, they pampered me with a back, shoulder, neck, head, arm, hand, and face massage, which was absolutely heavenly! Erica was also so flexible throughout the entire process, even when I had to add extra people to the make-up service last minute. Since I had 13 people who needed services, Erica brought a second make-up artist to help, who was also amazing! It is evident that Erica only brings the best to help her. Every single person in my bridal party LOVED their make-up and said it was the best make-up they have ever had. They also RAVED about how Erica made each of them feel so special & beautiful. Erica’s calming, kind, and positive demeanor, on top of her incredible talent, make her highly qualified and I cannot express how highly I recommend her! She is truly the best of the best!

Leading up to the day of there was no question too big or small. The day of… Wow. I felt like I was at a spa getting pampered! Then, she managed to make everyone look incredible/flawless and somehow it felt like we were not even wearing makeup! I can’t wait for another event to have the chance to get beautified by the expert herself!

nced all of our best features and rather than making us look like different people, we looked like the best versions of ourselves. She goes above and beyond to make sure her brides are happy, relaxed, and ready for the day. LOVED working with her and would definitely recommend her 10/10 times!

nd product recommendations. When I finally met her in person for my trial a month before the wedding, I felt like she had been a friend for years. On the day of my wedding, she was an absolute calming force and made me and my entire bridal party look and feel stunning. I hired Erica to stay on through my first look until the ceremony and she not only touched up my makeup, she helped with falling pieces of hair or holding something for someone. She took the most glorious pics and even took pics of the ceremony from the second floor of the venue and sent to me later on that night. Erica not only made me feel so beautiful , she herself radiates an inner beauty and calm. I feel like I have a friend for life in Erica!

er. She is there for you for any questions skincare or makeup related in the months, weeks, days, and hours leading up to the wedding. After the trial, she made sure that I was in love with the makeup and asked questions about how it lasted throughout the day, so that she could make adjustments for the day of. On the wedding day, she created such a relaxing environment. The makeup was beautiful -- it lasted the entire day (I barely needed the touch up kit she provided) and I just felt gorgeous. I cannot say enough good things about Erica. I also appreciated how conscientious she was about COVID and how she sanitized everything. I will definitely hire her again if I need my makeup done for another event.

asks, facial massage, etc.) before applying any makeup, she made the whole process an *experience* to remember. I felt so relaxed the whole morning and that was largely in-part to knowing that Erica knew exactly the look I wanted to achieve. Thank you so much, Erica! :)

ing of makeup and whatever she used felt so light and comfortable, I was seriously impressed. It also held up extremely well into a (very) late night!!! I would highly recommend using Erica for your wedding day beauty.

t like I came out of my wedding weekend with a new best friend. ha! A little background about me... I wear very little make up, and I am usually weary about getting my make up done. I had my trial with Erica a couple of months prior to the wedding - when I sat in her chair I was no longer worried. I could tell she was going to create a perfectly personalized look for ME. We collaborated together and curated a look that I not only felt completely comfortable in, but I literally felt like my VERY best self. I received so many compliments on my wedding day, and I give all of the credit to Erica. I should also add this - I had a number of engaged women in my bridal party who are getting married within the next two years, and they are just starting to look for vendors. Each of them reached out to Erica after the wedding weekend to inquire about booking Erica for their own weddings because they loved her work and professionalism. Whatever you do, book Erica for your wedding day.

not only an amazing makeup artist who can cater to any style of makeup you want (from natural to bold and fierce, and everything in between), but she is the kindest, most genuine human being. She will make you feel so comfortable, starting with your makeup trial, and on the day of your wedding is by your side as you get ready, starting with a little massage and jade roller on your face to get you into zen mode! She also gave me a skincare regimen that I used for 3 months pre-wedding and my skin was FLAWLESS on the day of. Not only does she go above and beyond, and is with you every step of the way, but I truly feel that I have gained a great friend. We still talk regularly! She is absolutely divine in every way. You will be thrilled if you work with her!!!

and down to earth woman. I feel like I have known her forever. She creates a calming and relaxing atmosphere as she's working on your, regardless of the whirlwind that may be happening in the room next door – as the bride, she truly gives you the opportunity to embrace your moment. I hired Erica, after a recommendation from my sister - in - law, for our pop-up wedding on NYE 2020 - after postponing a couple of times due to COVID, my husband and I just couldn't wait to be married. With that being said, I only gave Erica about 5 weeks notice - her flexibility and eagerness to make this experience as special as it would have been for brides who plan for years, was refreshing. I had such an incredible experience, that I re-booked her (immediately I should say) for our reception in September 2021. The thing I love about Erica is she isn't just your Makeup Artist for your wedding day, she was my beauty consultant for the wedding process - she is a skin care guru (for even those that know absolutely nothing about skincare/makeup). She jumped right in offering advice and sending texts of products to try based on my skin type. She's thorough, knowledgeable and overall just an incredible woman to have with you on the most exciting day of your life!

tem. Erika set the tone for the day making me feel special, beautiful, relaxed, and even more importantly during these times..safe! I was blown away with how meticulous Erika was to ensure every safety measure was accounted for during prep time. We’re talking face shields, fresh makeup tools, hand sanitizer, and a designated room with ample air circulation for our working session. She thought of everything. (No, really. Everything!) From the moment we spoke on the phone to the quick check-ins leading up to my wedding, to the day of...I’ve never felt so appreciative and lucky to have been introduced to such a talented, professional, and kind artist. Erika not only made me feel so beautiful on my wedding day, but as if the day was always meant to be!

Erica, they loved her! We knew we couldn’t do my wedding without her. I’m a chef and don’t really wear makeup a lot and I knew I wanted to feel glamorous and Erica killed it!! She made us all feel beautiful. Each of us wanted slightly different looks and she really understood what we wanted and made it happen effortlessly. She made me feel so special and took away all the extra stress of having a wedding during Covid. She made everyone feel safe with all the precautions she took. She stayed on for touch ups and I can’t recommend this service enough. During pictures she was there applying lip gloss to my mom (my mom raves about how special this little thing made her feel) and was making sure my dress and veil were perfect for the pictures. After my ceremony, she touched up my makeup and again made me feel special and totally taken care of and even had a small gift for me that included lots of extras but one I loved and used throughout the night were the blotting papers. We all can’t thank Erica enough! And my family knows for all future events Erica will always do our makeup. If you have any doubts, don’t. Erica is truly the best!

vid, she gave our initial consultations over facetime, and it felt like she really got us. She made us feel very natural and beautiful on our special day. She brought our vision to life, and made our elopement everything we hoped for!

understanding & helpful. She made a stressful time so much easier for me, and I'll be forever grateful. She was clear & professional about how she'd be handling wedding day makeup during covid times and I know it was appreciated by all. She took precautions very seriously & made us all feel safe. My mom is typically very picky about makeup & has lots of sensitivity issues, but Erica handled her with grace (and my mom ended up loving her makeup)! Everyone's looks came out stunning. Erica has the ability to accentuate one's features, while not making it feel like you're wearing a ton of makeup. My look flawlessly lasted all day & night (lipstick was completely in tact even at 4am!). Please, please, please book Erica ASAP. She's the absolute best!

rything going on with COVID-19, she took extra precautions and took sanitation very seriously, so everyone felt comfortable and safe getting there makeup done. She made herself available for anyone in my bridal party to reach out to her and address any concerns they might have (even before Covid 😉.) We all loved our finished look, feeling confident & beautiful. Even guests were complementing on how natural everyones makeup & eyelashes looked in person! Erica is so talented at her craft and you can tell she really loves what she does. I am so fortunate she was available when I hired her because she books up fast, so if you’re thinking of using her, act quick!

actly what I was saying. She was constantly checking in and going with the flow given the circumstances of planning, and just assured that there was no stress on her end. We did our trial the day before the wedding and I gave her a vibe and she absolutely CRUSHED it. I have never felt more beautiful, than after she did my makeup. Getting married in 2020 was not easy, to say the least and Erica made the experience relaxing, fun and safe all wrapped into one! I HIGHLY Recommend.

as going for and the make up lasted all day and night! I will definitely be using Erica again!

it definitely helps to have them feeling confident and like themselves when they're in front of the camera. I know she also offers a lot of general skincare advice, which is obviously important. I'd recommend her to anyone wanting to look like themselves on their wedding day, but with their best features highlighted.

up to begin with, and the few times I’ve gotten my makeup done I wasn’t too crazy with how I looked because I always felt like it was “too much”. I hesitantly started my research, but it didn't take long for Erica's name to catch my eye. All I needed to do was read Erica’s “about me” section to decide that I found my makeup artist. Honestly, I don't even think I looked at samples of her work before I reaching out to her. I was that sure. I was looking for a professional who specializes in a clean and natural beauty look, and Erica fit the bill. From the moment I spoke with her on the phone, I knew I made the right decision. She took the time to go over all of the skin care products I was using at the time, she made recommendations, and even did some research for me when I asked about specific products. I loved how she kept communication open and encouraged I reach out if I had any questions or skin issues in the months leading up to the wedding. She is also extremely helpful if you are in need of other vendors too, since she works with so many talented people in the industry! When the time came for my makeup trial with Erica, I felt like I've known her for years! She was so down to earth and had such a glowing personality. During the trial, she would check in and make sure everything felt okay and wanted to ensure that I was comfortable. When she was finished, I was absolutely blown away!! I looked and felt so beautiful. On my wedding day, Erica exceeded my expectations like I knew she would. She prepped my skin and then gave me the most AMAZING massage before getting started on my makeup. I was extremely nervous that morning, so that little pamper session definitely helped me relax a bit!! Erica worked her magic and once again I was in awe. My makeup came out even better than the trial, especially since Erica took note on whatever feedback I gave her (but trust me, there wasn't much!) She absolutely nailed my bridal look!!! My bridesmaids also could not stop ranting and raving about how their makeup came out. They all kept commenting on how much they loved the fake lashes too! Two of my bridesmaids have now booked Erica for their upcoming weddings! Long story short, I highly recommend Erica!!! She is dedicated to her clients and wants to make the whole experience as personal and unique as she can. In my opinion, she is the top artist in the industry! She is truly so talented and comes with so much knowledge and experience, you will not regret it!!!!!!!!

just give me beautiful wedding day makeup. She was my friend and emotional rock, always on my side from day one and looking out for me when things in the planning process weren’t looking great. She listened to all my/my bridesmaids concerns and thoughts about the wedding day look and gave us all exactly what we were looking for. Erica will make you feel so special as she goes out of her way to be there for her brides. She was one of the best decisions I made and I urge you to book her for your most special day ASAP.

y lovely (and beautiful!). I had never anticipated hiring a makeup artist, but am so glad I found Erica: she was able to make me look like the most effortlessly glamorous version of myself, and with fewer worry lines, too.

y makeup artist; she understood perfectly the look I wanted which was a fine line between polished natural and a little glam. I didn’t want to look bare faced but I also didn’t want to do full bridal glam (which gladly she doesn’t do) The day of the wedding she made all of my sisters and my mother look amazing. My sister is an esthetician and super picky with her makeup but I knew her and Erica hit it right off. My mother was incredibly happy with her look as well. She got us all ready on time and that’s no easy feat. My makeup lasted all night long: I cried, ate, sweated while dancing and it was still going strong. I got tons of compliments. Also I fell asleep with my makeup on and my lashes were still intact the next day. I actually left them on until 2 days later. She does the most undetectable, fluffy faux individual lashes ever. The true test was seeing my wedding photos: her work translated into photos perfectly.

to, from handling all payments on Venmo, to sending me hand-written notes and email check-ins leading up to the big day, to administering de-stressing eye-masks and massages the morning of the wedding just prior to my makeup application! I did a make-up trial with her where she answered all of my questions about makeup, skincare, about false lashes which are her specialty (I was a skeptic, never tried it before but trust me they look gorgeous and very natural, all of my bridesmaids and even my mom got them). She also helped talk me down from a ledge when I had a crazy breakout 3 days before the wedding, and emailed me so much helpful skincare and nutrition advice to help tone down the inflammation. Everyone at the wedding was complimenting the ladies who got her services (me, 2 maids, MOG, and MOB), and everyone's makeup held up all night into the wee hours! I 100% strongly suggest you book Erica for your special event, you will NOT be disappointed!

tself, Erica was incredibly professional, down to earth, and just a joy to work with. She nailed the look I was going for on the first try and my makeup looked better than any makeup I have ever had done before. It lasted throughout the entire day (from ceremony to after party!!). I have never had such a wonderful experience someone who was able to make me feel like I looked like myself - but the best version! My mother and entire bridal party all looked fantastic and each told me how much they loved their looks. Erica is incredibly talented and just given how different each member of my bridal party looks, I know she could achieve any style a bride requested. I would recommend her to absolutely anyone!!

evably talented as a makeup artist. As someone who rarely wears makeup and doesn't know the first thing about how to do my own makeup, I was instantly put at ease the moment I met Erica at my makeup trial. Immediately, it was clear that Erica is a real expert, and that she does her job with an unparalleled level of both care and skill. At my makeup trial, Erica understood exactly what my vision was even though I could barely articulate it. And on my wedding day, Erica really delivered – above and beyond what I expected! In short, she totally exceeded my expectations (and that was hard given how much I LOVED the makeup she did for my trial). She made me look and feel my personal best – so beautiful and glamorous, but also natural and true to myself. Never did I feel like I had on too much makeup or that I was wearing too little. It was just perfect; no other words can describe how I felt about the way she made me look. On another level, Erica is an amazing person to hire for any special event. She is a warm and comforting presence during a time that is often stressful. She is also incredibly thoughtful – she did little things that made my wedding day even better, like giving me a hand massage before applying makeup and packing me a care package for the night. As an side note, I booked Erica’s beck and call services too, which meant that on my wedding day, she stayed with me from my first look until I entered the reception with my new husband, and I am SO happy that I booked those extra services. Throughout the entire day and night, she made sure everything went smoothly and I was always looking my best. I could go on and on about how happy I am with Erica’s services - the five-star rating is honestly not even enough!

fresh, natural and beautiful work, and after speaking to my friend about the process, I knew this would be an easy decision.  Erica was professional and responsive from the start. I never had to worry or stress when it came to my make up services. We stayed in touch the months leading up to the wedding, and she made herself available for any questions I might have when it came to the schedule or skincare routine.  My trial was stress-free and made me so excited for the day. Erica spent time talking to me about my vision and the vibe I was going for. She wanted to see pictures of my gown, flower inspo, color scheme, etc. We spent the time talking, laughing and trying things out. When we were done, she took a look at my make up in the different lighting and even asked me to take a picture at the end of the day. I have extremely sensitive skin and all the products she used were super gentle and I still felt great, and looked, great 10 hours later.  Then for the wedding day... Eric made me feel like a queen! She started with a hand massage and jade roller on my face and neck. It was the perfect moment to chill out before things got busy and I was grateful for that moment with her. I cried when I first saw my makeup. I think it was the moment that it all began to feel real, but also the fact that Erica really listened to what I wanted and I have never felt prettier in my life! My hair wasn't even done!! My bridesmaids, mom and mother-in-law were all extremely happy with their services. They all wanted a natural, yet elevated look, and Erica nailed it. Everyone felt confident and comfortable! It is also worth mentioning that Erica has the most amazing network in the wedding industry - florists, photographers, hair stylists! She helped me through a very stressful situation and introduced me to a florist who was absolutely amazing! If you are still in need of these vendors, definitely ask for her recommendations.  If you are looking for a makeup artist in the Northeast (and still reading this), look no further. Erica is the best of the best! I am so grateful that this special event brought us together.

enough to fit into our rustic farm wedding and look gorgeous in pictures. She was professional and extremely easy to work every step of the way. Her energy is so calming and she will make you look like the best version of yourself!

t when it came to researching Hair & Makeup because I think I wasn't expecting much. I had been a bridesmaid before, and I looked fine, but have never been thrilled with my final makeup look so I figured that was the case everywhere. And honestly I was afraid I wasn't going to know whether I was making the right choice. Working with Erica completely changed the game for me, because now I know there are VERY TALENTED artists out there, and she leads the pack. I realized I made the right choice right after my trial. My mother has never gotten professional makeup done for an event before so she came with me. We both had such an amazing day with Erica, she literally made us both feel so comfortable, listened to our fears and made us look so beautiful. My mom was in shock with her final look, thats how happy she was. And the best part was, the makeup lasted ALL DAY! I have never had that before. It didn't feel heavy on my face, nothing looked caked AT ALL and the lashes were the most comfortable ones I've ever gotten. I didn't want to take it off. Day of the wedding was even better. She makes you feel so relaxed on an otherwise stressful day. I love how she preps your skin and takes extra time on you to make sure you feel great. I really can't emphasis the calming effect she has. My bridesmaids all looked sooooo good (she did 4 of them). Family members were coming up to me all night saying how stunning the girls looked and it 100% is because they had their makeup done by Erica. And to top it all off, Erica is an extremely thoughtful and kind person to work with. Not only is she very responsive during the whole process (email, calls, DMs, etc), but her expertise also goes beyond the makeup. I experienced a death in the family the week before the wedding which really flipped us all sideways. She checked in a few times to make sure we were okay and if we needed anything, but what really struck me was when I arrived to my venue the day before the wedding, an AMAZING bouquet was waiting for me from her and my hair stylist!! The fact that they went out of their way, despite their insane schedules to think of me and my family during all of this was just so touching, I can't even explain it. If you found Erica and are debating using her, just do it!! I am so glad I met her and that she had such a big part of my special day!

my thoughts and ideas as well as concerns for my wedding makeup. On the day of, she arrived early and maintained her timeline without anyone feeling rushed or stressed during the process. And, importantly, everyone loved their makeup! We had a "first look" so my makeup needed to last over 12 hours with my reception ending at midnight, and it did. I honestly would book her again and again; I couldn't have been happier with how I looked or how I felt with Erica doing my makeup!!

t 5:15AM. She was set up and ready to go by 5:30AM, unfortunately my bridesmaids ran a little behind, but Erica was able to get us caught up on our schedule and had everyone's makeup done by 12:30PM because she's AMAZING!! She took over an hour on my makeup and listened to my every request!!! Everyone LOVED their makeup, we all looked glamorous without being too overdone! The makeup application process itself was very relaxing for me, Erica took the time to even do a little massage on my hands, I mean how thoughtful and great is that? Another plus was that my makeup lasted the WHOLE day (and I tend to have an oily T-zone, my face did not look oily once during the entire day), our wedding didn't end until 1:00AM!! All of my bridesmaids and the moms loved their makeup as well, honestly there were only great things said about Erica and her beautiful work! Erica you are so sweet and so very talented, THANK YOU so much for making my day special, beautiful and for putting up with all the Ukrainians!! If anyone is ever looking for a makeup artist, I will ALWAYS recommend YOU!!

feel the same way. She is extremely professional down to earth and makes you feel calm and taken care of. She was the perfect pick for my big day and I would recommend her to anyone!

ons (and I had a lot). She goes above and beyond while bringing a calm vibe to such a busy day. Thank you so much for making us so beautiful. Our makeup was truly long lasting and flawless, your an angel!

.  She took such good care of me and my bridesmaids and made us all feel very comfortable right from the start. We all felt and looked our absolute best. Another perk is that we did not need ANY touch-ups all night, even with the tears! I'm so lucky you were able to glam me up on my wedding day. It would not have been the same without you. I would recommend Erica to anyone looking for a makeup artist, wedding or not, if you want to look and feel your very best.

without making them look overdone so I reached out to her immediately. At first, I didn’t know if I could fit her into my tight budget but after a day or 2 of looking at other artists no one came close. So, I emailed her back to say never mind, you’re the only makeup artist for me! She was amazing from the start. So easy to talk to and work with. I consulted her about recommendations for facial products to help with skin care before the wedding. She asked me what type of skin I have and my budget and gave me an in-depth list of products for various applications and advice on how to use them. I still use all the products she recommended and she also referred me to an AMAZING facialist in the area. Thanks to this my skin was the best it had been in a long time before we even setup a makeup trial, about 3 months before the wedding. Meeting her was amazing. She has a very Zen way about her which is awesome. She sits you down and really talks about what you want, your goals, and what you definitely do not want. And then she gets to work. I did my hair and makeup trial together at the Upstyle Studio in Manchester, CT. We listened to music and talked and the whole vibe was fun and relaxed. When we were done, she was asked me to be completely honest about what I loved and hated about the look and we worked together until we found a look that I loved. She was always available anytime I had a question leading up to the wedding and the day of the wedding she came prepared and excited! She brings all her kits, her own makeup chair, and lighting; you really feel like a celebrity. She gives you hand massages and jade rolls your face and neck until your totally relaxed. She told me she was studying my trial photos and wanted to tweak what we did a little and I said whatever you want and honestly the final product came out better than I could imagine. I felt so beautiful. It was magical and all my girls LOVED her, too! The groom even got some work done and he was obsessed. Basically, I think you’re crazy if you go to anyone else for makeup for your wedding because Erica Martell is truly the best out there! I am so thankful to her for everything!

lassy, fresh faces of the Bride and bridesmaids - the bride happily gave me Erica's name along with the highest recommendation. I live in a different state than where we were getting married and Erica made it so easy and convenient to communicate over phone and email. In our first phone call she gave me all sorts of wedding planning advice that went beyond makeup and skincare; I felt like I was chatting with a trusted friend from the beginning. The amazing service that Erica provides starts well before the wedding day. Erica helped me understand my skin and made exceptional recommendations months before the big day to get my skin to be the best possible canvas it could be for our wedding. My MoH also has extreme sensitivities and allergies; Erica worked with her via email prior to the day of to make sure she had products that worked and were safe; that level of dedication and compassion is unmatched in my experience. When the actually wedding day came it was so easy to relax and let Erica be the artist that she is; there was zero anxiety; I honestly did not think I could be that relaxed on my own wedding day but Erica's spirit and energy created that for me and it is priceless. The end result was flawless. I do not wear makeup in my daily life and it was important to me that I looked like the best possible version of myself, but most importantly I wanted to look like Me, like the person my husband had fallen in love with - and she Nailed it! And the most amazing part was that I didn't even feel like I was wearing makeup. Everything felt so light, fresh, and moisturizing - it felt more like I had just had a facial - I didn't have to think or worry about my face for the rest of the day (and night, I didn't wash my face until 3am and it was still perfection!). I am still in complete awe of Erica's talent and skill. I am so grateful that I had the chance to meet and work with this incredible person.

ssionally done, and don’t wear much to begin with, so I wasn’t really sure what I even wanted! Then I saw Erica’s work and was so impressed - when we initially started communicating she was so responsive and immediately put me at ease. The makeup looked amazing and I got tons of compliments! On our way wedding day, we got married on the bow of a boat, and then went to the reception by convertible. It rained all day leading up to the event, and then we got a break in the weather just as we were walking out. It also started to rain lightly in the convertible - the point of describing this is that NOTHING moved. I would not trust your big day (or any event, for that matter) with anyone else! She was a joy to get ready with, even with my crazy family and friends around. Thank you again Erica!

elievably glad I worked with Erica. I had my trial make-up done before engagement photos so that we could meet and tweak my look. On the day of, Erica was the bomb.com. She made everyone in the bridal party look like a better version of themselves. As the bride, I got the deluxe treatment and felt relaxed, refreshed, and beautiful. My make-up stayed put for 12 hours. She knows all the tricks. PLUS she is a cool person who brings a professional, low key, warm, friendly vibe to your big day.

before the wedding that I had made the right choice because she was so easy to get a long with and has a truly calming presence. Erica really listened to my nonsensical visions of wanting to look like a rainbow fairy unicorn mario cart princess and executed that vision in a pretty flawless way! Then on the wedding day she crushed this look even harder, giving me beautiful iridescent eyeshadow and lashes for daaaaayyyyyyssss. The makeup held up for the ceremony and the reception and I really have never felt that beautiful in my life! Erica also did the makeup for our wedding party, all the ladies loved their looks and the male grooming and light makeup she did on some of the guys was outstanding, everyone looked flawless! I honestly could not recommend Erica enough, she is a star!

ke myself on my wedding day. When I found Erica and got in contact with her she assured me that she would keep me looking natural but truly the best version of myself. I felt so comfortable throughout my entire experience and she also was delicate while dealing with my highly sensitive skin. Erica really has a way of bringing out her clients best features. I can honestly say I never felt more confident than on the day of my wedding and a big part of that was due to Erica’s work. Thank you so much on behalf of myself, bridesmaids and mothers!

y makeup done by Erica surpassed every other experience I've had with a makeup artist. She advised me on what products to use leading up to the wedding to obtain the optimal "canvas". She also provided suggestions for different looks and lip colors to help create my look for the big day. Erica provided a unique, personalized experience which I am truly thankful for. I am SO happy that she was with me on my special day!