Connecticut Makeup Artist | Jennifer Ballard

Jen was absolutely amazing! From planning and organization, to her talent, she is the whole package! At my trial she was thorough, communicative, kind, and helpful. My wedding day makeup came out exactly how I wanted it and I got continuous compliments on my skin and how much I was glowing! Jen made everything easy on wedding day, and all my friends and family were happy with theirs as well. 10/10 recommend!!

Took a lesson with Jennifer and she is a really great makeup artist AND teacher! She is knowledgeable about products and application and breaks it all down in a way that makes it easy to learn and remember. End result was beautiful and I left with a few new products in mind to purchase that were a good match for me and that I never would have known how to use on my own.

CT Event Makeup
Jenn Ballard is truly incredible at what she does. For my Sports Hall of Fame induction dinner, I wanted to look polished but still feel like myself—and she absolutely delivered beyond expectations.

From the moment she started, I knew I was in expert hands. She worked her magic to seamlessly cover my rosacea and any blemishes, leaving my skin looking flawless yet completely natural. The makeup felt like silk—light, breathable, and so comfortable that I honestly forgot I was even wearing it.

What meant the most was how she made me feel. I looked in the mirror and felt confident, radiant, and genuinely beautiful. Her attention to detail, calming presence, and true artistry made the entire experience special.

My makeup lasted perfectly the entire evening—I felt glowing and confident from start to finish.

Jenn is not just a makeup artist—she’s a confidence booster, a perfectionist, and a true professional. I cannot recommend her enough!

~Amy O’Brien, North Branford CT.

I’m so glad that I decided to have a makeup lesson with Jenn. I highly recommend her services as a makeup artist and teacher. It was very informative and enjoyable. I had been thinking about doing it for a while to see if the colors that I’ve been using for many years are the best for me. I also wanted to learn how to make my eyes look more awake and my skin to look more radiant. I wanted a personalized approach. I chose Jenn because of her website and reviews. She first focused on my skin care which needed some upgrading. She made my face look so much better before putting on any makeup. I will definitely be using those suggested products. She showed me how to do my eyes and make them “pop”. She spent a lot of time trying to find a “perfect” match for my foundation. I like that Jenn uses a variety of brands at different price points which shows it’s about the products. She has a large selection of products in various shades. Jenn does half of your face, and you do the other half so you get to experience doing it yourself. She videos the session on your phone so you can watch it back. This is very helpful because she gives a lot of information, and it’s too much to remember, even with taking notes.
I left Jenn’s studio looking great! My skin really glowed! Jenn is very sweet, patient, and thorough. She answered all of my questions, and made me feel very comfortable. Before the appointment, she gives a lot of information so you are prepared. She listened and followed through on the areas/issues I wanted to focus on. It feels good to update and improve my look. I can’t wait to start using some new products, and follow Jenn’s suggestions!

I had my bridal trial with Jenn and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She’s warm and welcoming, and made me feel comfortable. Her at-home studio is stocked!! Jenn is detail-oriented and thoughtful in her approach. She was accommodating and adaptable throughout our time together, listening to what I liked while also guiding me through decisions that elevated the overall look. By the end I was photo-ready and confident. And once you look like a rock star… what else really matters?! Jenn pours her heart into the craft and her experience makes her efficient. Grateful for the run through and can’t wait for the big day knowing I’m in her hands. Highly recommend!

Jenn Ballard is a CT make-up artist who is totally worth booking an appointment with. Whether you’re looking for a special occasion look or a make up lesson to refresh your look.
After seeing the before and after photos it was clear that she focuses on making each individual look their best. I decided to book a make-up class with her after watching tons of videos and reading lots of blogs focusing on mature make up looks and still feeling like I wasn’t getting the refreshed look I wanted.
Booking a make-up lesson with Jenn was quite easy and her questionnaire was thorough, making me feel like she would have a good idea of what products I liked and the type of look I was hoping for.
When I met Jenn for my lesson, I was very impressed with how friendly and professional she is. She took the time to discuss options and ask questions as we went along with the appointment, which made me feel confident that I was finally getting the look I was after. I also wanted a better overall idea of how to apply all my makeup and brighten up my look. Her advice on skin prep and how to use color corrector to tackle my dry skin and under eye circles have made a dramatic difference in my make up routine. Tips on what brushes and how to use them during make-up application were also very useful.
Jenn shared terrific tips and products to give me and fresh and bright everyday look. Her review of my make-up bag helped me figure out what I wanted to keep after the lesson and since the lesson, I’ve been to come up with a couple more looks. Based on the compliments I’ve gotten since the lesson, I’m feeling like I still look like me, only better!
I highly recommend booking a session with Jenn, she’s super easy to work with, has lots of knowledge, and can individualize your session to what you are looking for.

Jenn was the best and made my makeup look so natural. Her team was also equally amazing and everything look perfect. Everyone in the party said their makeup felt like it was barely there and there was no question if it was staying on all night - it definitely did and I wore mine for over 12 hours with no issues. My primary concern with makeup is redness since I have sensitive skin and she knew exactly how to color correct and prep my skin. I decided to book with Jen because she made me feel comfortable since the trial. I knew that she was a reliable vendor, and she definitely proved herself when the power was out at the location of where everyone got ready. It was one less thing to stress about knowing that she was going to be there no matter what. I did have a hesitation that I chose her as a make up vendor instead of going with make up through my hair vendor since there was a significant price difference; however, I am so glad I chose her for make up separately and the money spent as well worth it. I don’t normally wear make up on a daily basis and everyone was shocked of how good I looked with it (including myself)! My favorite part of the make up was the way she made my eyes pop without overdoing the make up. She knew exactly what I meant when I wanted a little more and did not disappoint. I highly recommend Jen to everyone - you guys will love her just as much as I did.

I have worked with Jenn, CT Makeup Artist on several occasions and have photographed her beautiful work. She is extremely talented and the most wonderful person! She puts you at ease and does very natural work that looks effortless and timeless. Every Connecticut bride I have photographed that has used her has always been happy with the results. Jenn is your go to for all makeup needs!!

I was gifted a makeup lesson by my husband. When I asked him how he chose Jenn (almost 2 hours from our house), he said he just chose the one with the most 5 star reviews. He was right! She was the absolute best. I learned so much in 90 minutes. The instant feedback and correction is priceless. The personal curated list of make up and tools for application are priceless! The take home personal video for continued learning is priceless!! It is a privilege to be around experts who are not only skillful in their craft but can share their expertise with others in a stress-free atmosphere that feels natural and encouraging. Thank you so much!

I couldn't have asked for a better makeup artist for my 9/27/25 wedding day. Jenn was incredibly professional and knew what works and what doesn't for age, skin type, lighting, photography, etc. Her products and techniques held up throughout the day and night - and my makeup stayed flawless despite the humidity (which was soupy)! I love that she created a look that was natural yet elevated. The end result was confidence and great photos. I'd recommend Jenn as a CT-based makeup artist - and would even love to have my makeup done again for a special occasion!