Artistry through the years

The archives

A collection of makeup & hair moments from behind the scenes. From TV and production to editorial, weddings and beyond, explore highlights from Cindy’s work behind the brush.

  • Long blonde balayage with a soft dark root, styled in waves
  • Cindy Stirling San Diego editorial makeup artist
  • Side profile of a woman with a long, sleek high ponytail
  • A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers is getting makeup done by a woman wearing a black outfit and a wide-brimmed hat.
  • Long golden blonde hair with face-framing layers
  • A couple holding hands and walking on the beach under a pier, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers and wearing a pink dress, while the man wears a light pink T-shirt and jeans.


Behind the Scenes

TV, Production & Editorial

Makeup and hair through the years on set and beside the camera.

  • Freddie Prince Jr
  • Judge Judy
  • Nancy O'Dell
  • Nancy Cartwright
  • Daytime Emmy Awards
  • Jim Rome
  • Special effects makeup San Diego
  • Two women modeling swimwear, one in a beige bikini and the other in a geometric patterned bikini, against a white background with 'PILYQ' logos at the top.
  • Two mannequins dressed in pastel pink and white clothing, posing in front of a vintage-style red and yellow Gilmore vending machine.
  • A woman with dark hair and red lipstick getting her hair styled by a blonde hairstylist in a black dress with jewelry in a dressing room.
  • A makeup artist applying makeup on a smiling man sitting in front of her in a room with sofas, a fan, and various makeup supplies.
  • Makeup artist applying makeup to a woman with blonde hair in a beauty salon or studio.
  • Daytime emmy awards
  • sea of thieves with Freddie prince jr comic con
  • sesame street doc
  • Jim Rome and Dana White
  • The Sklar Brothers

From aisle to occasion

weddings & Special events

Bridal & Special events from San Diego and around the world.

  • Bride in white lace wedding dress holding a large bouquet of pink, white, and purple flowers with greenery, standing next to a floral arrangement.
  • Honey blonde highlights on long, wavy hair
  • A close-up portrait of a woman with blue eyes and blonde hair, wearing earrings and a ring on her finger, with lace details on her dress, against a light background.
  • Long golden blonde hair with face-framing layers
  • A bride in a white wedding dress with lace sleeves and an open back, holding a bouquet, standing near a stone fountain with greenery in the background.
  • A bride and groom standing close together outdoors during sunset, surrounded by greenery and plants, with the bride holding a colorful bouquet of flowers.
  • A smiling bride with long, wavy hair wearing a white lace wedding dress and a veil, outdoors with a blurred green background.
  • A woman with long, wavy hair wearing a white dress smiles at her reflection in a full-length mirror in a room with dark walls, a chandelier, and curtains.
  • A bride and an older woman, likely her mother, embracing and smiling at each other in front of a decorative wrought iron staircase. The bride is wearing a white lace wedding dress with long sleeves and a floral hair accessory. The older woman is dressed in a pink satin dress with lace details.
  • A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet of pink flowers, standing close to a woman in a burgundy dress, both smiling and touching foreheads outdoors in a lush, green forest setting.
  • A woman with styled dark brown hair and earrings, wearing a white lace dress, reading a letter or paper while sitting in a room with floral wallpaper.
  • A bride and groom dancing outdoors by a water feature, with autumn trees in the background, during their wedding celebration.
  • A bride and groom sharing a kiss or intimate moment outdoors, with the bride holding a large bouquet of white and pink flowers, both dressed in wedding attire, smiling with eyes closed.
  • A woman with blonde hair styled in an elegant braid and curls, wearing a white wedding dress with floral lace details, and accessorized with green gemstone jewelry, standing outdoors near greenery.
  • A bride and groom walking through a lush garden with large aloe plants and greenery, with the bride wearing a white wedding dress and the groom in a blue suit, as the sunlight filters through the trees.
  • A couple embracing, with the man gently holding the woman's face, standing outdoors with flowers in the background and foreground.
  • A woman with blonde hair styled in an updo and wearing makeup, holding a large bouquet of white and pink flowers with green leaves, sitting indoors.
  • A bride and groom embrace outdoors during their wedding, with a horse in the background, open field, mountains, and a cloudy sky at sunset.
  • Long blonde balayage with a soft dark root, styled in waves
  • A couple dressed in traditional Indian wedding attire, smiling and embracing outdoors, with greenery and a building in the background.
  • Bridal woman with blonde hair styled in loose waves, wearing a white lace wedding dress, adjusts her earring with one hand, in a warmly lit room.
  • Bride and groom exchanging vows outdoors during their wedding ceremony, holding hands and smiling at each other.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress is being helped with her hair by a woman in a blue dress. They are standing in front of a mirror in a room with large windows and curtains. The bride is holding a white arm sleeve, and the woman in blue is styling her hair.
  • A bride and groom sharing an intimate moment outdoors, with the groom's forehead touching the bride's. The bride is smiling with her eyes closed, wearing a white wedding dress and veil, while the groom is in a black tuxedo holding her waist. There are trees and flowers in the background.
  • A smiling woman with short dark hair and tattoos on her arms, wearing a beaded light-colored dress, holding a bouquet of flowers, standing near a window in a warmly lit room.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers, smiling and looking at the camera indoors near a window with curtains.
  • Group of four people dressed in traditional Indian wedding attire at a wedding ceremony, standing in front of a backdrop with white, red, and orange fabric.
  • A couple in formal attire embracing outdoors, with the man kissing the woman's forehead. The woman is smiling and wearing a white dress with open back detail, and the man is in a black blazer. There are palm trees and buildings in the background.
  • A woman dressed in traditional Indian attire, wearing a blue sari with gold embroidery and jewelry, including necklaces, bangles, and a headpiece, standing indoors.
  • Group of women dressed in pink satin robes, celebrating at a bridal shower with drinks, some smiling and chatting.

Makeup and hair by Cindy Stirling for voice actor Nancy Cartwright.

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Licensed since 2004 and independent since 2012, Cindy brings more than 20 years of weddings, television and editorial experience to every appointment at her San Diego salon.

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