P O R T F O L I O
A B O U T
I’m Dani Garcia, a Chicago-based professional makeup artist specializing in refined bridal beauty and elevated soft glam. I serve the Chicagoland area, the Midwest, and select destination weddings, creating timeless, polished looks that enhance natural features and photograph beautifully.
With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, my background includes bridal, red carpet, print, film & television, and men’s grooming. My approach is intentional and detail-driven, focusing on effortless beauty that feels modern, confident, and true to you.
I am deeply committed to ongoing education and advanced training, allowing me to stay at the forefront of technique, product innovation, and industry standards. Every experience I create is designed to feel seamless, calming, and elevated from beginning to end.
My priority is simple: to enhance your natural beauty while ensuring you feel confident, comfortable, and impeccably prepared for your most meaningful moments.
T E S T I M O N I A L S
Ellie M.
Ellie M.
Ellie M.
“Great artist!! Used her for my wedding and for every event from then on out! She is also so sweet, and makes you feel incredibly comfortable!!!!”
Jamie M.
Ellie M.
Ellie M.
“Dani does an amazing job! I use her for all my special occasions!!”
Ivan H.
Ellie M.
Sarah B.
”Quality work, great personality. Will book her for makeup again for future film projects in Chicago!”
Sarah B.
Sarah B.
Sarah B.
“Dani was so easy to work with. She listened to what I wanted and followed through. Her work is amazing and all of my girls were very happy with their results!”
Cayla C.
Sarah B.
Cayla C.
“I hired Dani to do my makeup for engagement photos. Right off the bat she was very responsive. She checked in on what type of look I was going for and was willing to answer any questions I had. Dani came over at 6 am (since the photographer wanted to do 7:30 am photos to catch the golden light) and she was amazing to work with. She is very easy to get along with and makes you feel comfortable. My makeup looked amazing and was exactly what I was envisioning. Plus my makeup still looked great ALL day! Can’t wait to work with Dani again for my wedding day!”
Brynn L.
Sarah B.
Cayla C.
“Dani was a highlight of my wedding planning.
She was relaxed and, in turn, made me feel comfortable from my trial to the day of my wedding. I didn't have a completely clear vision of how I wanted my makeup to look, so I just trusted Dani...and I am so glad I did. I felt beautiful on my wedding day thanks to her. I would recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat.”