Michelle Lee(IX)
- Make-Up Department
Michelle is Makeup Artist with over 25 years of experience. She was raised in Virginia Beach, Virginia and attended Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. Ms. Lee began her career journey at Theatre VCU as a costume design major and very quickly realized she hated sewing. Although, part of the curriculum included costume and makeup design. Having been an artist at an early age, she quickly transitioned to Makeup Artistry. Michelle went on to finish her degree at The University College London in collaboration with NYU. After finishing the study program, she graduated from VCU in 1995 only to return to London months later to begin a work abroad program. It was there in London when Ms. Lee wondered into a professional makeup shop and discovered the first issue of Makeup Artist Magazine. This inspired her to attend Joe Blasco school of Hollywood Makeup Artistry in Orlando, Florida. She completed both the comprehensive and advanced prosthetic course. After graduating, Michelle returned to Virginia and began her career at New Dominion Pictures where she worked as Makeup Artist on Discovery shows such as The F.B.I. Files and The New Detectives. In 2000 Ms. Lee relocated to Los Angeles and since worked on many shows such as Westworld, General Hospital, Winning Time, and America's Funniest Home Videos. She has worked with a roster of celebrities including Tiffany Haddish, Rosanna Aquette, Rob Reiner, Gene Simmon, and Danny Devito to name a few. Michelle's skills range from beauty to special effects. She is proficient in airbrush, character, period makeup, & barbering textured hair. Although she is best known for her attention to detail and creating flawless skin. Ms Lee is also a licensed Master Barber.