Hair/Make-up by Valerie Noble: Behind the Scenes

Thursday, February 5, 2009

New Photoshoot with Casting Director Tracy "Twinkie" Byrd

My favorite photographer, Dimitry L. and I do lots of models and actors and actresses.... but recently we got the chance to work with hot Hollywood Casting Director, Tracy "Twinkie" Byrd for a photoshoot. Twinkie's latest project is the much anticipated "Nortorious" movie.
Keep your eyes out for Ms. Twinkie.....she's rising fast!! Here is a fabulous article on Miss Twinkie Byrd.......

Casting Director, "Twinkie" Bryd, Photo: DimitryL.com
Hair/Make-up: ValerieNoble.com

President Obama Artwork

My dear friend and Artist, Dan Wooster, has created this amazing likeness of our new President. I can say that I have never had a picture of a president in my house but with my Obama obsession, this new art piece thrilled me. Dan is known for his large pieces, usually 5ft by 3ft and larger. This piece is 11inches tall and 7 inches wide. It is painted on 1 inch thick wood which gives it a slight 3-D effect. Each one is slightly different, but Dan captures the President's likeness, suberbly. These will be limited edition pieces, so hurray and get yours today. You can call Dan at 818 398-2064 to order your piece.

Hand painted picture of President Obama by Artist Dan Wooster.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Mr. President

Wow!!! Words cannot explain the joy and pride I felt while glued to the TV witnessing history unfold while watching the inaugural events...... At last, we have a President that has poise and grace, humility and charm, confidence and intelligence!! I was mesmerized as I watched the new first couple (a real example of a loving couple) drive and then walk down the parade route. I'm glad I didn't have to brave the cold....but I found myself taking pictures of the TV as if I was on the parade route.......

President and Mrs. Barack Obama

My very own Shepard Fairey

One of the first posters I saw of President Obama was the

Shepard Fairey design that is now famous. I fell in love with Shepard Fairey's design and was able to get one of the limited edition posters. Now you can have one of his designs done in your own image. Make your own "Obamicon" — your image in a style inspired by Shepard Fairey's iconic poster.

Valerie as an Obamicon

Monday, December 22, 2008

Fahionberry Editorial Spread

One of the last photo shoots we did at CS Studios was for an online magazine called Fashionberry. The 6-page spread just came out and here is my favorite shot from the layout.

Fashionberry Editorial, Model: Courtney, hair/make-up: ValerieNoble.com

Check out the entire fashion layout featuring the eclectic designs of Kafkca Couture.......

CS Studio Closed (for now)

Last month, after 10 years, we closed our beloved photography rental studio. It was kinda of hard to finally walk away, I loved having my own studio to work out of, but it was time to make a change. I remember when we (my 2 friends Mirenda and Nathan) first came to Los Angeles 10 years ago, I had a vague idea of having a photo rental studio, but knew nothing about what it would entail. I have always been a learn as you go kind of person and after lots of trial and error, it wasn't long before we (Mirenda helped me manage the studio) had a great space. In the first 5 years we did lots of parties, art gallery shows, small movies, documentaries, castings....you name it. It was a blast and everyone loved using and working in our space.

In the second 5 years, I concentrated more on providing a space for photography photo shoots. It went by fast and before I new it the lease was up. I decided that I would like to own my next space so we decided to close and take a break. I can say that it is a relief but I am really missing my own space to work in. Luckily, there are a lot of good rental spaces available so now I can be a customer.......

Here are a few images that show our studio memories from the last 10 years.......