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    Stephanie Sent on 01/23/2024
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    Wonderful!

    Was a pleasure working with Katie to do hair and makeup for my wedding. She was timely, easy to talk to, and fairly priced for the amazing job she does!
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    Jordan Sent on 07/28/2023
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    Made my girls look beautiful!

    Katie and her partner did a BEAUTIFUL job on hair and makeup. I told her that I didn't really like the foundation used during my trial, and she switched it the day of the wedding. She also took the time to go back and review my trial pictures and decided that there were better lashes to use on my wedding day. I gave her full professional control and I am so happy I did! My hair and makeup were both beautiful!!
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    Amanda Sent on 10/28/2022
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    Fantastic and Fun!

    Working with Katie was a true pleasure. She was helpful and upfront throughout the whole process. She made time to chat on the phone to go over the process and answer any questions before booking. She was flexible in scheduling a trial, which went perfectly. On the day of she and her hairstylist did an incredible job dealing with all different hair types, ages, and skin tones. She was also just a joy to have present on the wedding day. It was like having two additional friends hanging out with you on your wedding day, which when you are stressed out is a real lifesaver.
    She made everyone feel comfortable and look beautiful. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for hair and makeup for their wedding or other special event!
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    Tifany Sent on 10/17/2022
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    Amazing, fun and gained an awesome friend

    Katie is absolutely amazing and her love for what she does shines through! I had called a few MUA’s but when I spoke with Katie, we just clicked immediately and ended up talking on the phone for about an hour n a 1/2 chit chatting, getting to know one another. I knew instantly she was the gal for the job! She is very personable and takes the time to get to know her client! I first met her in person when I went for my trial and it was so much fun! She kept in contact throughout the months til the wedding! Day of wedding she was prompt, even arriving a little early and was ready to roll. She did hair and makeup for myself as well as my matron of honor and maid of honor who are also my sister and niece! Everyone who was there during the “get ready” absolutely loved her! She was efficient and got us done within the time frame she gave us. She listened to what we wanted but also gave her expertise opinion based on hair texture, skin tone ect.. she did a PHENOMENAL job on all 3 of us and exceeded our expectations. I 💯 highly recommend her! You will not be disappointed. And through my whole experience I also gained a great and dear friend!!
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    Deb H. Sent on 10/11/2022
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    Excellent & exceptional quality

    Very accommodating with last minute questions the day before the wedding. Very pleased with the outcome of the make up. The bridal party looked very natural & beautiful. Received a lot of compliments
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    Fun, sweet, and amazing work!

    She was there promptly when she said she would be. Went above and beyond expectations and had everyone finished in a very timely manor! Highly recommend 😊
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    Sarah Sent on 09/20/2022
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    Good service

    I had my makeup done by Katie along with my 4 bridesmaids… She did beautifully but after about 2 hours my face was super splotchy.. I had to run and get my make powder and brush to touch it up. Other then that I thought everything was great and all my girls looked gorgeous.. I can’t remember the hair stylist name who did our hair but WOW she did amazing and all our hair held up all night long!
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    Supportive, Caring, Talented!

    She was incredible! She supported me through quite an ordeal with another makeup artist. Myself, my mom, and all my bridesmaids looked amazing on my wedding day. Her hair stylist was so sweet and as a team they worked so hard to keep us on schedule. My hair and makeup held up all day long in 90 degree heat and I have gotten so many compliments on how beautiful I look in photos. I felt so gorgeous on my wedding and day. Thank you doesn't cover it! Hire her and thank me later!
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    Moonlight Sent on 07/20/2022
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    The absolute BEST

    As a photographer who has collaborated with Katie on numerous occasions, I must say that her work has been exceptional! All of the clients with whom we have collaborated adore their hair and makeup. Prior to deciding what a client desires, she always leaves them feeling beautiful in their own skin and with reasonable expectations. All of the products that she uses (on face or in hair) always last for the entire shoot and look completely flawless. It is evident that she enjoys her work because her enthusiasm is clear before, during, and after the process. I will always recommend Mary Katie Engle to my family and friends!
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    Lauren Sent on 11/17/2021
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    Amazing Hair & Makeup!

    Mary Katie did my makeup for my wedding as well as 5 of my bridesmaids and my mom. I booked her without a trial as I live out of state and she did not disappoint! She was super cool, down to earth and my bridesmaids and I all looked fantastic! I am a cryer and my makeup withstood all the happy tears throughout the day and even looked pretty good the morning after!
    She had Kelly with her who did our hair and was just as amazing! We had a great time getting ready and all felt so beautiful! Would highly recommend!!!
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    Abigail Sent on 10/05/2021
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    Absolute Perfection!

    When I say Katie was absolute perfection, I truly mean it! I knew she was going to be my makeup artist about five minutes into our phone call when I mentioned that I wanted sparkles and bright colors for my makeup, and she said "oh I LOVE sparkles!" She was so excited to play around with color and shimmer, and I knew she would take excellent care of me.

    Leading up to my wedding, I was very anxious and texted her a few times. She always got back to me ASAP with exactly the info I needed, and didn't make me feel like a crazy bride. She cleared up any confusion I had, and kept communication open. I really appreciated that!

    The day of, Katie was a total delight! We got started at 9AM but she had pep in her step and kept our energy up (and our schedule moving forward). She was friendly, funny, refreshing, and just a lot of fun to be around. All of my bridesmaids were getting their makeup done alongside myself, so it was a long morning/afternoon and she made us all feel beautiful and energized!

    As for the makeup: Literally could not have been more perfect and gorgeous!!! Every one of my bridesmaids had a different shade of chameleon glitter on their eyes and perfectly shaped false lashes. Their faces were glowing and shimmering, and their eyes were breathtaking. As was mine! I gasped/screamed when I saw my final look--I didn't think I could look so amazing, but Katie went above and beyond! She even had some extra glitter to put in my hair--I was a glitter princess, and so much of that was thanks to Katie! Oh and she also did a wonderful job with the groom, who got a little glitter half moon on his cheek to match mine.

    I highly HIGHLY recommend Katie for her professionalism, positive attitude, open communication, and incredible talent! Seriously, you cannot go wrong with her, I can guarantee that.
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    Brittany Sent on 06/21/2021
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    Wonderful talent

    Katie was amazing! Not only did she do a fabulous job she was fun to be around. Katie came through for me and my girls after my original MUA canceled on me 3 days prior. As a bride that was beyond stressful but Katie reassured me she had my back and held true to that. I truly appreciated her giving up her Father’s Day morning to take care of us. Beings that Katie and I didn’t even get to trial she aced my bridal look. She even understood my vision without a photo because what I wanted I couldn’t put into words. I would recommend Katie to any bride who wants a phenomenal experience not only with their look but while their sitting in the chair getting ready for their big day! If you ask nicely she can hit some notes too ;-)
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    Alison Sent on 07/24/2019
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    Amazing, super talented, and fun Makeup Artist

    I would highly recommend Katie for wedding hair and makeup! We had a large bridal party (8 bridesmaids and 2 moms) and Katie and her team were outstanding! Their experience was very evident and made me feel very at ease. Everyone loved their hair and makeup (myself included). Katie was so much fun I wish she could have stayed and attended the wedding. You are a lucky bride if you get to work with Katie!
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    Kelci Sent on 06/02/2019
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    Amazing hair and makeup

    Katie was wonderful to work with. From my hair and makeup trial to my wedding day. She did a great job with all my bridesmaids and me. I highly recommend using Katie if you are looking for a great hair and makeup artist for your wedding day!!
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    Alexa Sent on 05/05/2019
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    Highly recommend for your wedding day!

    We had our wedding this past April and from the moment Katie was recommended to us to our wedding day our experience was nothing short of perfect. My girls and myself typically wear a very natural look and Katie understood that and helped us look like ourselves with a pop of glam! She was so easy to work and communicate with. Katie worked with me at my trial to find the perfect touch of makeup and she truly delivered. I would highly recommend her as a very qualified and experienced addition to your special day!
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    Kelsey Sent on 10/24/2018
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    Reasonably priced and great experience

    I really enjoyed working with Katie. She let me do a second trial when I wasn't sure that I wanted what I asked for after the first trial - she was so nice about it and was always helpful. She traveled to my venue with her girls and made the day easy and fun. Thank you, Katie!
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    Kaylyn Sent on 10/01/2018
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    Katie did a fabulous job on my hair and make up for our wedding back June 9, 2018. She was able to incorporate clip in extensions (that I provided) at no extra charge. I really wanted my hair off to the side, full but not poofy, curly, romantic, with a bit of bling, some up, some down and a braid or two. I couldn't of been more demanding...But it wasn't a problem and she nailed both hair and make up at the trial. I really dislike when make up artists do so much you don't recognize the bride. She made sure to ask me my normal make up habits to make sure she wouldn't over do it. Or I assumed thats whyyyy :) All the girls in the bridal party were happy (moms included). She left us some powder in case we started to get a little oily in the evening. She was a pleasure to talk with, to work with, and just be around. Thanks for being very calm Katie. You were a shoe in with my bridal party! We loved you!
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    Diane Sent on 04/27/2018
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    Amazing. Katie was so professional and sweet. We all look and felt great the day of the wedding and had so so much fun getting ready with her and her team!!! Would 100% recommend!!!
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    Ariel Sent on 04/26/2018
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    I need to be completely honest with my review and say that I was not fully satisfied and I would NOT recommend Katie for a hair and makeup service. For many reasons, my experience with her was not positive.

    Our initial phone conversation was very pleasant, and I was very excited to have her be my makeup and hair artist. I loved her energy, how we were able to be open with each other, and her humor. She was sweet and respectful, but seemed to have a lot going on, and she was all over the place. Our 10 minute phone interview turned into an hour long conversation and I hung up being very pleased with my decision. She only accepts cash or check. Inconvenient. I never received a confirmation email or phone call. I had to email her to see if she received my document and check in the mail. Rude.

    When it came to the hair and makeup trial, I took my bridesmaid and the mother of the groom. We went to her house (which smelled strongly of weed). Every hair and makeup style we showed her she would say, "I can't make it look like that. She is a model, you are not." Which was really hard to hear. My makeup ended looking NOTHING like the photo I showed her. I mean. Nothing like it. She also does not match your hairstyle to the shape of your face. I looked horrible and I was so embarrassed. The MOG ended up canceling her trial, and the BM liked her makeup, but hated her hair. The eyelashes are super cheap. Whatever finishing powder she uses literally ends up peeling off the foundation later on.

    Between the trial and the wedding day, we communicated through emails and worked out a look for me. The day of she ended up doing a good job on both bridesmaids and the mother of the bride. She did a nice job on my hair, but my makeup was not right. The eyelashes were put on too high and the contour was weak. We provided our own lashes. Katie did not remember a single thing from our email conversations. She was not at all prepared.

    Makeup by Mary K Engle's reply:

    Sorry to hear you had an unpleasant experience. I appreciate your feed back. Also I'm sorry you didn't like the sage mint candle scent that I burn frequently, in the future I won't burn it when clients are in my home because it's scent was clearly confused with something else. Best of wishes in your new marriage.
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    Jill Sent on 10/31/2017
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    I cannot express enough how grateful I am to Katie for making me feel extra special and look beautiful on my wedding day. She is extremely talented and did an absolutely fantastic job on my hair and makeup. She is professional and extremely personable. She has a natural ability to immediately make you feel comfortable and at ease. I highly recommend Katie for your wedding.
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    Hannah Sent on 10/23/2017
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    Katie saved my day!!! The vendor I hired to provide a "team" of hair and make up artist only sent a few people at a time throughout the morning, and by noon we still had several bridesmaids to go, and me! My day-of coordinator gave Katie a call and she dropped what she was doing and came to the rescue! Not only did she finish the job, but I was AMAZING! She uses great products and she listens to your likes and dislikes. I got so many compliments on my hair and make up, my guests could not believe that it was almost a disaster! I would recommend Katie ten times out of ten!
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    Caroline Sent on 09/01/2017
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    Katie was my makeup artist for my latest music promotional photo shoot this summer with photographer Joe Kelly. She made me feel so confident and comfortable and truly captured the essence of my music by giving me a glam and subtlety sexy look. Besides being extremely talented, Katie was also very professional, friendly, and humble. Whenever the photos of me are used for music advertisements, I'm proud to tell people Katie was my makeup artist! In the future, she will be #1 on my list when I'm in need of a professional makeup artist for a televised event, photo shoot, or musical performance! 100% recommended :)
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    Katie is an amazing makeup artist! She took the time to ensure I was happy and satisfied with my look. I would recommend her to any future bride or pageant contestant for flawless looks and service.
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    Regina Sent on 08/31/2017
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    She did my hair and makeup for Motorama I was the oldest participant in the Pageant but after she was done with me she made me feel beautiful I couldn't have asked for a better job and I most definitely would have her do it again
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    Melody Sent on 08/31/2017
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    Mary K Engle was fun and easy to work with. We looked like goddesses when she was done
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