JL Makeup Studio

Jae Lee is a Pittsburgh based, freelance makeup artist and has had a passion for makeup that started at a young age. Being a self-taught artist with over 10 years of experience under her belt, she provides experience, professionalism, dependability, an eye for detail, and exceptional talent to each and every client.

Joy Lager is a Pittsburgh based, freelance makeup artist. She currently owns and operates her own, successful freelance company, Beauty by Joy, est. in 2011, and is co-owner of JL Makeup Studio. Bridal makeup is not only her specialty, but her passion!

Having worked with hundreds of bridal parties, she brings her many years of experience, skill, creativity, and professionalism to every client she meets and will be with you for every step of the process, helping to create your perfect look for the big day.

At this time, Amanda is dedicated to our Laurel Highlands and Morgantown, WV clients only. Amanda is a master artist on the JL team and is in her second season with us. However, she's not at all new to this industry and has been staying busy since 2009!

She is currently licensed as an esthetician with a background that includes medical esthetics, as well as managing and educating at three different Sephora locations, all while operating her own successful freelance company.She is also our 'Go-To' girl for all things product knowledge based and can answer just about any question you have, whether it be about a specific ingredient or skin care / cosmetic recommendation.

Ashley is a licensed esthetician, who attented The South Hills Beauty Academy, graduating in 2016. She has been our fastest growing artist at the Studio and hit the ground running, as she quickly climbed the ranks to be a lead makeup artist on the JL Team, and has been going strong ever since. Ashley also holds a part time position as a sale associate at Sephora, where her specialty is skin care.

Briann Mattise is one of JL's master artists and has been with the team since day one. She has been servicing a diverse client base for eight years and in addition to being a licensed esthetician through Douglas J Aveda, she also served as a beauty class facilitator for Sephora. She is incredibly skilled in the art of beauty makeup, however also excels in the field of special effects.