Today we’d like to introduce you to Kiara Medina.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Kiara. So, let’s start at the beginning and we can move on from there.
I have always been an artsy person. I loved to draw and to paint but when I got to college I got worried that I couldn’t really make money in that field. So, I first majored in Nursing for a semester. Then, I switched to Psychology and then after another semester realized that was not for me either. I switched to Sociology which is basically the study of anything that has to do with society. I love working with people, so I figured that was the right step for me. It was my sophomore year of college and I found myself bored in my dorm a lot, so I started watching a lot of videos on YouTube. I came across a lot of makeup tutorials and automatically fell in love with the art. I didn’t learn it to feel prettier or to look prettier, but to express my artistic passion through makeup. I picked up on a lot of skill very quickly because I had made a lot of time for it, it was basically my hobby. After a few months of learning, I felt so confident about my skill level and decided to apply to Sephora. I worked there for a few months and loved it but my dream was to work at MAC Cosmetics, so I applied. I landed a freelance position and eventually got hired part time since I was still in school. I had huge dreams to develop my career full time there and wanted to become a Senior Artist. After a couple of years, I have learned so much but I was not into the retail side of it. I was losing my passion for doing makeup. So, after I graduated college, I went to cosmetology school and got my license. While attending cosmetology school, I also fell in love with doing hair. My focus was always improving my skills and I always loved learning. Eventually, I quit MAC and now work a secular job while freelancing on the side. It honestly was the best decision I have made. My schedule is always busy and I hope one day to freelance full time.
We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc. – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
It definitely has not been a smooth road. There was always a lot of “what if’s” being asked. Like maybe I could have picked a better career or what if I quit my job and I don’t become as successful as I want to be? I also had a lot of people tried to hold me back. Also, being or working in an environment where people want you to do “well” but not do “better” can be frustrating. I learned to block out that negativity and do what was best for me. I know it sounds cliche but honestly, when you stop paying mind to the negativity around you and to the people trying to tear you down, you find yourself in such a great place.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with your business – tell our readers more, for example, what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
So, I am a certified Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist in the Boston area. I freelance and travel to all my clients depending on how far the client is. I feel like I am providing a luxury service and it is even better when they can have it in the comfort of their own homes. Although I do both hair and makeup, I am mostly known for my makeup work. I would have to say, I am most proud of being a flexible artist in terms of skill. Not every client wants to look the same, so I am glad that I can tailor my style of makeup artistry according to each client and their wants and needs. I would say what sets me apart from others is my skill and professionalism. I give my honest opinion at all times and I make sure that I attend to my clients’ every need and make sure they are 100% in the best way that I can.
Were there people and/or experiences you had in your childhood that you feel laid the foundation for your success?
I was always the kind to challenge myself when it always came to showing off my art. I always was ready to learn as well.
Contact Info:
- Email: kmmua01@gmail.com
- Instagram: @kmmua_
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