Life & Work with Dara Jones of Phoenix

Today we’d like to introduce you to Dara Jones.

Hi Dara, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I am from the East Side of Detroit Michigan. My background and upbringing has had such a huge impact on who I am today because while Detroit taught me to hustle, my mother showed me how to be creative and expand. Experience taught me to never settle and through my relationship with God, I understood the importance of patience, kindness and love.

My fascination for makeup artistry began as a pre-teen, when I used to admire my mother dress for work. First eyebrows, next eyeshadow, then rouge (blush) and eye liner. I would watch in amazement and awe at her subtle transformation. She certainly got it honest, my grandmother was the exact same! She would tell us, “never leave the house unkempt!” That grew into an undeniable passion that I just love to share!

Today, I am a woman that has embraced the best of my rearing and I fully accept and embody those qualities that has made such an impact on me.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
I cannot let on that it’s been a rough journey or hard in any way. I believe that “what’s for me, is for me”. I’ve learned to lean on direction from God and accept the assistance that he gives me. I’ve also learned that experience is a great teacher!

I DO love a challenge, I love first- timers, I also love working and transforming women with acne prone skin or vitalago. Their reaction as the end is priceless!

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am a self-taught Professional Makeup Artist, beauty expert and influencer. I offer professional makeup artistry services, beauty tips, personal and professional styling. Aside from the pure joy that I get from just talking and sharing with my clients while transforming their beauty, I’m excited that have the esteemed honor to work closely with some of Arizona’s incredible residents, awesome politicians, talented photographers, designers and runway models.

I am in a lane of my own because I’m driven by my desire to assist women find their inner beauty first! Just like the quote by Kate Angell “Outer Beauty attracts, but inner beauty captivates.” It is gratifying to watch the confidence build instantly and the smile get brighter from beginning to end. I am constantly evolving in my craft by achieving ideas through continued education and watching and learning from my peers.

I’m most proud of my Makeup Brush Line The Doll Collection that just dropped in August of this year. I’m also happy that I get to share in making someones time with me, AN EXPERIENCE!

Can you talk to us about how you think about risk?
Risk taking is something that I do daily! Women want to feel beautiful, without having a ton of makeup on, if at all. When I’m creating art, I try to connect with each one so that I create the look that they will be pleased with. Sometimes that comes with helping them step out of their comfort zone and risk them disliking the change. Because I’m willing to go the mile for the smile, I get it right every time!

Contact Info:

• Website: Www.BeautyByDara.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautyxdara/profilecard/?igsh=b2djZWkyczNpNnht
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092669887350&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Image Credits
Stan Jones