The Backstage Stylist

The Backstage Stylist is an award-winning wedding hair and makeup company located in Albany, NY. Genn Shaughnessy is a seasoned TV, film, and wedding makeup artist and hair stylist specializing in theatrical, dramatic, and bohemian-styled weddings. With extensive experience working with celebrities and everyday clients in front of HD video and stills up to 8K, she is an expert in makeup and hair, ready to perfect your look for engagements, showers, bachelorette parties, and boudoir shoots, ensuring an exceptional wedding day experience. Genn is a true professional with a license in cosmetology, legally qualified to provide makeup, hair, skin, brow, and lash services for all occasions. As a trusted vendor on The Knot, Genn’s work is recognized and highly reviewed by brides and clients alike. Visit her at the salon in Niskayuna for your hair trial, extensions, keratin treatments, vivid colors, or blonding. For makeup, permanent makeup, or lash lifts, see her at the Colonie studio. ****************************************** 2024 WEEKEND AVAILABILITY REMAINING OCTOBER- 4, 11, 19 NOVEMBER - 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 DECEMBER - 7, 8, 14, 15