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

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.......

CS Studio Lobby after the 2006 remodel

CS Studio A

Val and Model Julie in hair/make-up room

Photographer Alan Mercer, Singer Leah Sadler and Val in Studio B after Leah's photoshoot

Evil Genius Viewing Party in Studio A

Model: Krista in back alley behind the studio...Photographed by DimitryL.com

Val, DimitryL., Carrie Keagan and stylist Nikkie during photoshoot

Art show for Dan Wooster in studio A

Original CS Studio Lobby circa 1999-2006

Artist Dover Abrams and Mirenda in front of CS Studio during a sidewalk art show back in the day!!

Ya'll stay tuned......We'll be Back!!!

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

President Elect, Barack Obama

Yes, America Can!!!

Our new President elect, serves as a reminder to us that anything is truely possible!! He is a reminder on how to keep our dreams and aspirations alive, even when it seems impossible to achieve. Congratulations to Mr. Obama and family and to America on a job well done.

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Big Hair

Anyone who knows me as a hairstylist, knows that I love big hair. I learned to do big elaborate hairdos, as a teen and even though they are not in style much anymore, I still love to create these looks. So about 2 months ago, DimitryL. and I shot our fave model, Courtney. And I made the hair big!! So I was thrilled to see that my vision is right on track with the new W Magazine cover out this month with Anne Hathaway and a similar hairstyle.

October W Magazine

Anne Hathaway, October W Magazine

Anne Hathaway, October W Magazine

Now, here are the pictures that DimitryL. and I came up with 2 months ago. I'll let you decided which series you like better.... hee hee Courtney did an amazing job and her stylist friend, Victoria pulled some amazing vintage outfits.