One of the perks of doing hair and makeup for Hollywood Royalty, is the ability to bring people together who's paths might otherwise never have crossed.....  Such is the case with Annabella Sciorra (@ASciorra) and my sister's company, Gypsy Sparkle (@GypsySparkle).  As many of you know I am working with the mega-star on a new feature film called "The Maid's Room", where I am the Dept. Head of Makeup & Hair. Annabella was  picked as this years Mermaid Queen at the 30th Anniversary Mermaid Parade, in Coney Island ! As a Brooklyn native, I grew up loving this parade & everything Coney! For those of you that don't know about the parade, here's a little background.   click here for info about The Coney Island Mermaid Parade The Mermaid Parade celebrates the sand, the sea, the salt air and the beginning of summer, as well as the history and mythology of Coney Island, Coney Island pride, and artistic self-expression. The ...

 Hello Beauty Junkies ! Just stepped away from set for a moment to blog about my new favorite item from Too Faced Cosmetics. As you know I am doing  makeup and hair for a film called "A Maid's Room", starring the beautiful Paula Garces  I was fortunate enough to get a bunch of fantastic products from my good friends at Too Faced Cosmetics. So I'll be blogging about a product a day ( if I have enough time to escape the madness on set) and Paula and I have decided to also do "how to " videos to accompany the products so you'll get to see them in action and also learn helpful tips on how to use them! Today's product is : Liquif-Eye Eye Shadow Transformer Eyeliner   How many times have you wished that you could line your eyes with your favorite eye shadow color and make it stay put? If you're like me, you've tried dipping your fine line brush in water and swirling it around in a cool metallic purple shadow only to find that it's jus...

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(clockwise L to R) Pro Palette Eye Shadows in : Carbon, Copperplate, Rice Paper, Vibrant Grape Goldenrod, Dazzlelight and Espresso  Lipstick in Russian Red & Lady Bug, Pro Longwear Lipcreme in Soulfully Rich, Sheen Supreme Lipstick in Supremely Confident and Gotta Dash, Mineralize Concealer in NC20 & NC30, Strawberry Patch Crushed Metallic Pigment Quad, Fluidline Eye-Liner Gel in Blacktrack, Pearlglide Intense Eye Liner in Black Swan, Pro Longwear Lip Pencil in Bittersweet, Black Tea Sheen Supreme Lipglass, Lust Lipglass As the Makeup Department Head for the upcoming film "Girl On The Train", written and directed by Larry Brand (Halloween: Resurrection) I called on my good friends at MAC for some inspiration for the female lead. Because she is playing a "mystery woman" I wanted to give her very different looks, from very natural to very dramatic. I chose the following palette.... Carbon, i use this over my pencil liners to soften and smudge, Copper...

Broadway Backwards 7 Promo - YouTube my super amazingly talented, gorgeous,cousin , Stephanie Klemons passed my resume along to the producers and tomorrow I will be doing makeup & hair for BROADWAY ! yeah baby!!!! I am super excited, so wish me luck!

It's been a long time coming, and I finally put a Press section on my website . I am super excited to see what you guys think ! hopefully this little widget is working and all you have to do is move the slider bar to see this section. Otherwise go to www.dyanaaives.com and click on PRESS (it's on page 2 under my work tab) Your thoughts and feedback are always appreciated!

I worked on this commercial for Michelle Jonas Travelwear , directed by Timothy Naylor and it's still one of my favorite ads. Michelle Jonas Travelwear Commercial - YouTube

Very Excited to be featured in MAKEUP INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE in a two page article about me and my work, check it out and let me know what you think?

Just got some fantastic news! The movie that I was the Dept. Head of Makeup & Hair on, PRICE CHECK, just got into SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL !!! I'm so excited ! check the article below http://collider.com/robot-and-frank-price-check-red-light-movie-images/130675/

Hey all you film & sci-fi fans.....check this out.......everyone needs a little KICKSTART once in a while.....I did the makeup and hair for Erin Hill for this video, donate to help her raise her goal so we can make more videos ! http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1242097495/erin-hill-the-sci-fi-harp-girl-makes-a-music-video

One of my all time favorite interviews for one of my all time favorite websites! THM Interview: Dyana Aives THM Interview: Dyana Aives On April 12, 2010, In Interviews + People, Rants + Raves, By cnaselli “If I offer you an Altoid before I do your lipstick, just put the damn thing in your mouth, there’s obviously a reason for it.” - Dyana Aives Name: Dyana Aives Hometown: Brooklyn, New Yawk Lives: All over the damn place Occupation: Makeup Artist Connoisseur, prodigy, educator, mentor Why We Love Her: Raven red, Devoted friend, kibitzer, Old soul, Brainy and Astute How We Know Her: Well, where do I begin. I first met Dyana in 1998 while working on a photo shoot in NY. I would have no idea how special that day would turn out to be. I started to unpack my kit and in comes this fire ball of sex and humor. We had a blast that day and she told me at the end of the shoot that you are going to be my new best friend. Well little did I know that the very next mor...

Lernert & Sander: Natural Beauty on Nowness.com . this is pretty cool so i thought i'd share it

I recently had the pleasure of doing makeup & hair on another one of my favorite funny ladies, Whitney Cummings. If I didn't know better, I'd say I'm starting to become the female comics makeup artist. First Sarah Silverman, then Margaret Cho, Parker Posey and now Whitney Cummings? You may remember Whitney from Chelsea Lately's roundtable, or "roasts" of Joan Rivers, David Hasselhoff, and Donald Trump. Her next project is an NBC sitcom called appropriately "Whitney". I met Whitney at her hotel, her face scrubbed clean, and could not get over how flawless her skin was! She is absolutely gorgeous, the Angelina Jolie of comedy. She has the most beautiful alabaster skin, unlike most LA women she isn't sprayed orange or tanned, so I wanted to let her true complexion shine through. Since her skin was already moisturized, I started with KohGenDo's Makeup Color Base in green, just to tone down any redness Then I used Aqua Foundation in PK...

My blog was featured on one of my Top favorite makeup sites ! I consider it quite an honor because I am absolutely in LOVE LOVE LOVVVVVE with their products. Honestly, to hear me talk about them on set, you would think they are paying me to (ummm, ps. they're not, but what a great idea!).There is not a foundation that I have ever used that makes for a more flawless, natural look.I like to say "it's as if tiny lightbulbs are under your skin" and I haven't met one person that disagrees with me after seeing themselves. Whether it be a model or celebrity or a bride, if I want the perfect dewey finish the only products that even come to mind are the Moisture Foundation and The Natural Lighting Powder.....and here I go again, singing their praises, I can't help myself,and it's contagious.Oliva Palermo tied with Madonna for " Most Commanding red carpet look and loved how I did her makeup, Parker Posey loved it so much she carried it in her handbag on set...

I can honestly say, that some of the most memorable moments of my makeup career, were not on set meeting my favorite celebrities, but instead meeting a group of students that would forever change my life. I was asked to teach at one of the most prestigious makeup schools. I jumped at the opportunity ! What I encountered, was part legend, part insane assylum, and all worth every minute! I have to admit, my first day I was nervous as hell! Who did I think I was ? I was a working artist, I had taught before, but never in such a formal setting. I was thrown to the lions without a curriculum. How was I going to be the teacher that they needed, that they expected? All I could think about was the sign on my bulletin board that I had cut out of a magazine... I could only hope that I didn't let them down. As the weeks went on, I realized that I had found a new love! My passion for makeup could finally be transferred. I could talk about Makeup all day, and nobody rolled their eyes and ...

Vamperifica Trailer from Vamperifica on Vimeo . I was the dept head of Hair and Makeup for this crazy dark-comedy about vampires. Can't wait to see the screening on May 1st, it should be a blast!

A quick note on another foundation favorite - The Iman products are fantastic! I am using them on Xosha Roquemore,(from the movie Precious) The "Luxury Radiance Liquid Makeup" not only stays fresh take after take, but combined with the "Second to None Semi-Loose Powder" I no longer have to worry about constant touch ups. I love the packaging as well because I don't have to worry about spillage thanks to the unique razor sifter, and it always dispenses the perfect amount.  I noticed a difference in her skin the very second I used the foundations on her! I used both the Clay and the Earth, but instead of mixing it together I used the lighter color on her cheekbones, the bridge of her nose and her chin to highlight, the darker color on the other areas of her face to contour and her face not only took on more dimension but lit up ! I then used them on a photoshoot to see how it held up on print...... The inspiration for this look was Diana Ross.I think you...

Recently I've decided to start a side venture, Body Casting. I realized I enjoyed casting and sculpting years ago, but never actualized it. It took my sister's pregnancy to realize that there is indeed a market for this. Once upon a time, someone thought it was a good idea to take baby shoes and dip them in bronze. Wouldn't it be more special to celebrate a woman's pregnancy? What better way than to have a cast of her belly? Here's a video of me casting my sister's belly bump. Keep in mind this cast is still in the raw stages. I will be finishing and sanding as well as casting her hands to lay on the belly.  Anyone interested in having a belly cast done in the privacy of their own home should contact me at    daives@aol.com

Cinematographer Tim Naylor | Michelle Jonas Travelwear I am proud to announce that my commercial for Michelle Jonas Travelware is back up and running! I had the good fortune to work with Cinematograher Tim Naylor and his wonderful crew. check it out and let me know what you think?

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/The-Rebirth-of-Karma----.html?soid=1102930748792&aid=JEMsGP-NHl0 I did the hair makeup and styling for Karma Krafting's gorgeous jewelry catalog, never in a million years did I think they would use me as a model for the cover ! thanks to Suzanne at KK, for her gorgeous creations, and Steven DeVita for beautiful photography https://karmaloves.wordpress.com/

I am so proud of this new work. This is an ad that I worked on for Michelle Jonas travelwear. A great designer with gorgeous dresses! I had the pleasure of working with Timothy Naylor a cinematographer who's work is nothing short of genius. I look forward to your feedback www.dyanaaives.com

First and formost....The Foundation   I'm giving away secrets here so pay attention--LOL Over the years I've tried just about every foundation, MAC, Blasco, RCMA, (including the dept store brands for personal use)one brand leaves these all in the dust....(say it with me kids), KohGenDo. I was introduced to KohGenDo a few years ago while doing makeup for the VMA's. I got rave reviews and lots of them, and knew that there was no going back.  Recently while doing a camera test for the movie "Price Check", I met this DP who told me "listen, you and I are probably not going to be friends, i hate the look of makeup on my actors, I hate seeing it in my lens, oh and I'm shooting HD, keep that in mind". WOW! Ps....I'm sure you can guess how this ends. He came up to me afterward and asked me to write down which products I used because he couldn't believe how gorgeous the skin looked. That was it, I was out to show them all I was using "th...

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Very Excited to be Department Head of Hair and Makeup on a new film called Price Check.. One of my all time favorite actresses, Parker Posey, stars with Eric Mabius and Anne Parisse. It's been an amazing experience so far, but I don't want to give anything away too soon.... Stay tuned to see some of the products I've used on set.... my "go-to" foundation... my just flushed blush... which lipstick never needs touchups? and which celebs favorites I never forget to pack in my kit ! oh and how can I forget, behind the scenes photos!!! xoxo

THM Interview: Dyana Aives « the hairy monster An interview of Makeup Artist, Dyana Aives, for the sensational new blog THE HAIRY MONSTER by celebrity hair stylist, Christopher Naselli

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Super Exciting News! I just got booked to do hair and makeup for a feature film shooting in NY and SOUTH AMERICA ! I am so excited I can't believe it! Film Production Detail - Variety We start in NY and end in Guyana! More details to come.

Makeup Artists Television - Online Professional Makeup Artist Programming, Online Makeup Demonstrations 24 Hours a Day - MUATV.com The segment that I did for Makeup Artist Televison is up on the site. Click the above link, go to Current Playlist and then scroll down to Chelsea N.Y.C Photo Shoot - Aives, Nasseli, & Weber to watch me apply makeup for 3 separate looks . As always your feedback is appreciated !

They just auctioned off my services for charity The Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City, which helps adult victims of domestic violence and their children. Literally making the world a more beautiful place, one face at a time. LOL http://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items /96137

I am floored by all the press this got! Check out some of the articles that I've received from my work on Olivia Palermo for the 2009 VMAs Get Olivia Palermo's VMA Look Wednesday September 16, 2009 We're all guilty of longing to look like a celebrity at some point in our lives. Sometimes when a celebrity nails a must-have look that anyone can pull off, it means that we may rack our brains trying our hardest to duplicate it. This time, it was Olivia Palermo at the MTV Video Music Awards that has people talking in Hollywood and around the country. Everyone loved her natural yet stunning makeup at the 2009 VMA's. And lucky for all of you I have the inside scoop on what products were used on Olivia, just to make it easier for all of you to get this beautiful look that will20never go out of style. To get the entire scoop, check out Get the Look: Olivia Palermo at the 2009 VMA's . The Video Music Awards (VMA's) i...