About this vendor
Hi my name is Katlyn Bartoszek I am the head makeup artist and bridal coordinator of a freelance studio called, Local Kolor Studio, right here in the Cleveland area. Let me tell you a little about myself! I started my journey in the makeup world 7 years ago when I picked up and moved to NYC to go to one of the top makeup schools in the country called, 'Makeup Designory NYC'. I graduated there with a beauty makeup/ special FX/ hair styling certification in 2014. After I graduated, I decided to pick up and move back home to the Northeast Ohio. When I arrived' I immediately started building my own brand and was doing lots of editorial / wedding makeup. I FELL IN LOVE with bridal makeup so that is what I decided to focus my career on and have now been a bridal specialist for 5 years! Our freelance studio doesn't just provide makeup but have a well rounded team of makeup and hair stylists! I am determined to give every client and/ or bride the best possible service using nothing but top of the line products such as Tatcha, Urban Decay, Estee Lauder, ABH, Benefit, Dior, NARS, and Milk just to name a few. Also, I am always checking out the new and upcoming trends and you can follow my instagram for month to month unboxing from allure beauty box and boxy charm. I look forward to talking and hopefully GLAMMING you guys for your big day !
if you have any other questions or just want to chat I pretty much work around the clock and can be reached at localkolorstudio@gmail.com
HAPPY GLAMMING
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Beauty
- Beauty Group Bookings
- Hair Stylists
- Hair Trials Available
- Makeup
- Airbrushed Makeup
- Makeup Artists
Business Attributes
- Woman-owned Business
Awards and Affiliations
2021 'Best of Weddings'
Best of Weddings
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Kate was amazing! She is so talented along with her team. She is friendly and professional. With only 2 people on site instead of 3 for my wedding after a last minute call off, She...
and the makeup artist got all 8 of us ready and ready ON TIME! It was amazing! She did my hair and makeup exactly how I wanted it and made me feel so beautiful! Can’t recommend her enough!
Kate and her team are amazing! I hired Local Kolor Studio for my 7/12/25 wedding, Kate and Meghan had all of us looking incredible. She brought everyone’s vision to life, especiall...
y mine. I wasn’t even entirely sure what I was hoping for, especially for my makeup, but she exceeded all expectations. She’s confident, efficient, and so fun to work with! Definitely consider Kate and Local Kolor Studio for your wedding glam needs!
Kate is amazing!!! I booked Kate and her team for hair and makeup and they were the best! She is so personable and makes you feel comfortable on your big day! We had so much fun th...
e morning of my wedding and she kept the good vibes going! Kate and her team are so talented and had me and my girls looking so good for the wedding! Kate made me feel so beautiful for my wedding and I’m so appreciative of her hard work and dedication to her job. You can’t go wrong if you book her for your wedding day!!
Could not recommend enough!!! Kate and her team are very very good at what they do. My bridesmaids, mom, and I are all light-to-no makeup wearers and of course were hesitant about ...
having full makeup on. Kate and Amanda both did FANTASTIC on our makeup, making sure we were very comfortable and also looked amazing. All of our hair was done SO perfectly as well, we all felt beautiful and comfortable that day. Kate and Amanda did their very best to bring out all of our beauty. Also, they are just fun and nice girls, a great addition to the wedding morning!
I want to start by saying she does do a good job at hair and make up. Not the best I’ve ever had and not the worst. But her communication was horrible- almost putting my daughter (...
the bride) into a panic multiple times. We even went as far as contacting other hair/make up professionals because it was starting to seem like she wouldn’t show. She was the only vendor that caused any problems. Wouldn’t send a schedule, tried to book another event after the wedding (leaving my sister ready for her wedding 3 hours before it began??) and just over all unresponsive. She isn’t the type of person who should work on weddings if she can’t communicate. It’s a recipe for stress for the bride. Most wedding vendors know this- she does not. Here’s the kicker. She sends a text before the wedding stating that “industry standard” tip is 30% for hair and make up. Which is a flat out lie. Overall- just a bad experience. My advice to her would be to immediately STOP sending the 30% tip text. It’s a.) a lie and b.) tasteless c.) resulted in us tipping her less than industry standard with all things considered. She made a very large sum on money for her day of work and to expect another 30% on top of that is outrageous. Funny part is I would have likely tipped her that if she wasn’t rude and unresponsive.
Katlyn and her team did both hair and makeup for 7 people on my wedding day, several of whom were reluctant because they were either very particular, or weren’t used to wearing mak...
eup at all. By the end of the day Katlyn won them over completely. She is incredibly talented, professional, and a pleasure to work with. She and her team made me feel the most beautiful I have ever felt, and my bridesmaids looked stunning too. Her products are top of the line, the makeup was light and it lasted through picture taking in harsh weather and hours of dancing. Thank you Katlyn!
If I could give Katlyn and her team at Local Kolor 1 million stars, I would. The amount of talent in this team is exceptional. Not only will Katlyn execute your desired look to per...
fection, but she will make the entire process fun and enjoyable! I have never ever felt more beautiful in my entire life than on my wedding day, all thanks to Kate. The amount of compliments I received on my wedding day glam is countless.
Her team also glammed my mother and sister, who rarely have professional makeup done. They made them both feel so comfortable throughout the process, and look flawless.
If you are still looking for a wedding hair and makeup artist, just stop now and hire Kate and her team. I promise you will not regret it!!!
Katlyn and team at Local Kolor Studio are nothing but perfection. My hair and makeup as well as my bridesmaids and mothers were exactly what all of our visions entailed. She even p...
ut special "fairy dust" on my 4 year old niece and braided her hair so pretty in order for her to feel special too. My makeup lasted all night, and you better believe I danced like it was my business. After my trial, I was in water for a photo shoot for 2 hours after hiking for 2 miles and my makeup and hair was perfect after all of that too. Katlyn is kind, sweet, loyal, fair, and professional. She is an exceptional artist and is truly talented.
We loved working with Katlyn! Her skills with both makeup and hair styling for wedding looks are unmatched and she was so pleasant to spend time with the morning of the wedding. Al...
l of the bridesmaids' hair styles turned out gorgeous. We would definitely recommend her to others looking for a wedding stylist!
As a fellow wedding vendor myself, Kate was always my first choice for hair and makeup when it came to my own wedding. She is lovely to work with and great at what she does. I felt...
so beautiful on my wedding day all thanks to her and her team!
I booked Katlyn for my bridal hair and makeup, as well as for hair and makeup for my mother, mother-in-law, and bridesmaids. We had the most incredible experience, and I am so grat...
eful! Katlyn made everyone feel so confident and beautiful through the hair and makeup that was done, and through her uplifting and positive words. I had not a single worry on my mind when it came to hair and makeup for the day of my wedding because Katlyn was so transparent and reliable from the first day I booked her. To all brides considering Local Kolor Studio, I have nothing but good things to say. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Katlyn!! ❤️
I couldn’t recommend Katlyn enough! She did such an amazing job making everyone look so natural and beautiful. Katlyn listened to what you wanted and adjusted as needed to make you...
feel comfortable and flawless. Everyone’s hair and makeup turned out perfect and lasted all day and night. Katlyn is your go-to for all your hair and makeup needs.
If you want to look absolutely radiant on your wedding day (or any special occasion) you HAVE to book Katlyn! I used Katlyn for my engagement shoot and for a special occasion shoot...
and was blown away both times. She is extremely professional, on time, and genuinely cares about what you want. I've used other makeup artists and salons before but I am ONLY using Katlyn from now on! She is expertly trained and will highlight your best features. You need to trust me on this - I've never felt more beautiful!
I highly recommend Katlyn to anyone looking to get their makeup done for anything. She was so kind and trustworthy. Myself & 4 bridesmaids got our makeup done and it lasted my who...
le wedding (tears & all). Thank you again!!
Kate did an amazing job on my hair and makeup as well as her entire team KILLING my bridal party’s makeup as well! ❤️ She used products on my skin that would not only be good for m...
y skin but came out flawless in photos and lasted alll night long! She was professional timely and made sure you were comfortable and loving the hair and makeup every step of the way!
I would definitely recommend, use in the future and have her teach me her ways of making my skin look flawless :)
Thanks Kate & Team :)
Kate did an AMAZING JOB with my wedding makeup! There is no one better I could have picked. She was accommodating, professional and clean! My makeup was gorgeous and I would recom...
mend her to everyone and anyone I know!
Katlyn was nothing short of amazing! She made us look SO gorgeous, we all got so many compliments on our makeup. Not only did it look great, it lasted! Through the tears, sweat, an...
d all. Me and a bridesmaid went to sleep with it in and the next morning it still looked FRESH! She really takes her time and makes sure the look is perfect and fits you! Highly recommend!
Katlyn is both amazing at her work and super personable! I am so glad I chose her for my June 2020 wedding day. She is extremely talented and made me, my mom, and my 5 bridesmaids ...
look and feel glamorous. She created a look for me that really made my blue eyes pop and made my not so perfect skin appear flawless. She traveled to us, arrived on time, and stayed on schedule. She brought everything she needed including a chair and lighting. Her second artist that assisted with the bridesmaids was great too! The makeup photographed beautifully and lasted all day. If you are looking for someone to do your make up for any occasion look no further!
July 2020 bride here! Probably having to reschedule for a 2021 wedding with the Covid-19 pandemic. With that being said, Katlyn has been wonderful in rescheduling and communicating...
any changes and needs necessary. I cant wait for all this to be over for her to put a brush to my face for my big day. 👰💄💌
I got my makeup and hair done for homecoming and my senior portraits and I loved it! Katlyn is so sweet and you can tell she really loves what she does and puts her heart and soul ...
into her work. I plan on getting my prom hair and makeup done by her because I just love her so much!
hello ladies my name Deanna I booked with katlyn for my August 2019 wedding !! I couldn't wait to schedule my trial with her after seeing how wonderful her work was on Instagram, ...
my trial went just as imagined perfect she made me feel super comfortable In her chair it was almost as if we were friends before my trial she was very clean , particular made sure every detail was perfect not only for my trial but for my wedding day as well I had never felt so beautiful on such am important day book with her you wont be disappointed!!
Katlyn is the absolute best EVER! She is the best of the best for any makeup needs. From start to finish, Katlyn listened to me and made me feel so comfortable. She listened to wha...
t I wanted, but also selected colors and products that were best for my skin type and tone. I am always nervous to get my makeup done, but I could not get over how perfect my makeup was on my trial and wedding day, Katlyn made me and my girls feel so beautiful. It was beyond anything I could have imagined. Not to mention, Katlyn's second artist was fabulous also. I cannot recommend Katelyn enough for any makeup needs.
Katlyn is the best... not only is she the sweetest soul and soooo down to earth, she’s a makeup god! She’s talented beyond words. She is straight up honest too, and I love that. Hi...
ghly recommend!
Client of 10+ years and she’s never not killed a look! Early or on time, listens to and helps formulate the ideal look that you want, and always follows through and creates looks!
She made me look absolutely beautiful and was so fun to talk to. Loved the whole experience!
Kate did my make up in September. I attribute how great my photos came out because of her make up skills. She knows how to make your eyes pop and highlight areas to make photos lo...
ok great.
Katlyn has done my makeup on numerous occasions and she truly is an artist. Katlyn takes her time to analyze your face and skin, so she can give you the most beautiful look that su...
its you!! I highly recommend her services for whenever you need a glammed out moment! She does not disappoint.
I have never felt so pampered and beautiful in my entire life! Katlyn made the entire experience amazing from the trial to the day of my wedding. She was professional, answered al...
l my questions, and we all had so much fun. She helped me decide what time to be there based on when I to be ready, and she had me and my bridesmaids done in plenty of time. I will definitely use her again for other special occasions.
I went in a couple weeks ago for my bridal hair/makeup trial and it was so much fun. Very talented, I loved watching Katlyn work her magic. I can’t wait for her to make me look fla...
wless on the big day!💁🏼♀️
Katlyn was very professional and on time! Did an amazing job on the whole bridal party! She was very sweet and fun to be around. Answered any questions we may of had and got all of...
us done on time. We were very pleased and will use again of course!
Contact
9495 Barr Rd, Brecksville, OH
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