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My name is Kay Kremer and I have been in the beauty industry for over 15 years. With a Bachelor of Arts in Textiles and Apparel, I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2003. I have always had a passion for makeup and the cosmetic industry. In 2004 I began working for Clarins Cosmetics. After receiving training from the Clarins Creative Color Director's from Paris at Clarins USA in New York City, I started working in Kansas City as Clarins Professional Makeup Artist. As Clarins Professional Makeup Artist I focused on the education of product knowledge, makeup demonstration and application technique for clients. It was an amazing and fulfilling experience to help and show women how to look and feel their best.

In 2007 I decided to look for ways to gain more experience and left Clarins and began working for MAC Cosmetics. While working for MAC I was able to become a Product Specialist, as well as, gain endless training and application technique from the leaders of the cosmetic industry. Working for MAC enabled me to learn the latest trends in technique and application.

Leaving MAC in 2009 as a full time employee, I decided I wanted to work for myself and become a Freelance Artist. The move to becoming a Professional Freelance Artist has enabled me to be apart of so many wonderful weddings and meet so many beautiful brides. It is a wonderful feeling to be apart of someone's very special day.

Over the years of networking and learning the ins and outs of the industry I have gained many years of experience in product knowledge, demonstration and application of cosmetics. I continue to focus on the latest trends in bridal makeup and enjoy helping my clients feel their very best on their special day. The most important person is the bride and she must always look and feel her best.

I am an on-location artist in Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas who will to come to you. I use all professional long-wearing products and offer trials and consultations. My goal is to help the bride and bridal party have an easy and amazing experience. I love helping others feel beautiful. Please take a look at my portfolio and if you like what you see I would love to be apart of your wedding day!

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Frequently asked questions

What is the base price for traditional makeup for brides?

$150

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for brides?

$60

What is the base price for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$70

What is the price of trial service for traditional makeup for attendants/family members?

$60

Does makeup price include false lashes?

Yes

Which of the following are included in prices?

Consultation
Trial Service

What beauty services do you offer?

Consultations

What makeup services do you offer?

Contour Makeup
Eye Makeup
Natural Makeup
On-Site Makeup
Wedding Party Makeup
Makeup Trial
Fake Lashes

Reviews of Makeup Artist Kay Kremer

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Kim H. Sent on 03/26/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Makeup application is an art. Kay is an incredible artist.

I was the mother of the groom and not feeling pretty. I debated for a very long time, “do I spend the money, time, and energy” just to be disappointed and feel even worse. On this particular day though, my son was getting married and I really should at least “try”.
Right away when I walked in I knew this was the REAL DEAL. A display of makeup and tools to make a department store makeup counter look inadequate.
Meet the artist Kay; intelligent, confident, warm and genuine. She worked quickly, yet took all those tedious steps that matter. I was SO nervous when she handed me the mirror. Tears immediately started to swell in my eyes (ha not to worry, she even taught me how to dab not to wipe it all away!). SHE DID IT. Somehow, she was able to bring about a look that made me look “authentically pretty”!
Kay is an ARTIST. She is much more than an applicator of makeup. It’s different. It’ worth it! Do not think another moment about whether to do this. Make an appointment. You won’t be disappointed.
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Emily Sent on 07/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Reception Makeup

Kay did an amazing job with my wedding reception makeup. She came and did a trial run with me a few months before the big day, making sure everything was how I envisioned. On the reception day she applied my makeup exactly how I wanted and more!! I enjoyed my time with Kay and would definitely recommend her to anyone!
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Jessica Sent on 06/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Kay is amazing! She is definitely experienced in what she does. Myself as well as my bridesmaids were all very happy with our make up. She really takes the time to understand the style, shape, and color of each girls face and everyone was gleaming with beauty by the end of it :). She is also super sweet and easy to talk to. I HIGHLY recommend her, she brings a ton of makeup and is very attentive to do whatever you want as a bride. I will also add that she is one of the more affordable people in the area and has just as good if not better quality that others.
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Lyndsey Sent on 08/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Kay was amazing! I wear very minimal makeup and had asked her to keep my look more natural. She did a great job of doing this! Also, during our makeup trial, Kay trialed different foundations to see what would work best with my skin type. Although it took about two hours due to trial and error, it was well worth it on the wedding day!
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Lauren Sent on 04/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Kay did the make-up for my wedding day in May 2016 and she was a pleasure to work with. I LOVED the way she did my make-up and I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a make-up artist.
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Whitney Sent on 03/26/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Kay was great to work with! If you want someone who knows the latest trends and can make you look amazing without YOU having to think about it, Kay is perfect! I didn't need anything else to stress about so I let her run with what she thought would look best on me and my girl's skin tones. Everyone's makeup was soft but glamorous! I couldn't of been happier and would recommend her to anyone!!
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User2559773 Sent on 03/23/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Kay made me feel extremely special on my big day...without making me feel 'fake'. I couldn't have asked for anything else...she over delivered!!
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Melanie Sent on 03/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
I loved working with Kay! She did great makeup-- fresh and natural but enough to make me and my bridal party amazing. I would definitely recommend her!
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User2065038 Sent on 03/12/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Kay was professional from the first emails we exchanged to the day of the wedding. It was such a great experience working with her. She arrived for our trial completely ready, took a great amount of time talking with me and discussing how I wanted to look on my wedding day. The day of the wedding was perfect and I got so many compliments on how my make up looked and I felt beautiful. The make up lasted the entire night without a problem. I would recommend her to anyone looking!
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Amy Sent on 03/11/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My experience with Kay was wonderful. I often have trouble finding the right foundation color to match my skin tone, but she was able to make my skin look flawless. I am also on the conservative side of make up, but she introduced me to some new color combinations/techniques, and never pushed me past my comfort zone. In the end my make up looked great and I got a lot of compliments that night. I learned a few techniques from her during my experience that I continue to use when applying my everyday make up. Thank you Kay! I look forward to working with you again!
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2015 Winner
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