FAQ

Are you interested in booking any of our services?

Feel free to utilize our contact or booking page, or email Amanda directly at info@areymakeupartistry.com. We pride ourselves on prompt response times, so if you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please be sure to check your junk or spam mail.

How far in advance do you begin booking?

Wedding dates typically book up anywhere from 6 months, to a year and a half in advance. Especially the more popular months here in Arizona like September-December and March-May. Once you have your wedding date, and possible venue, beauty and photographers usually are sought after around the same time. This is because they can truly make or break your wedding morning.

As part of our packages we give exclusivity for your day. We only accept one wedding a day so that limits availability immediately. If you have your heart set on a specific vendor, or truly align with a specific aesthetic; it is best to book them asap. You want your vendor dream team and we want that for you!

We only accept about 90-100 weddings a year and get dozens of inquiries a day, therefore many can be for the same dates.

Do you provide hairstyling services?

I proudly specialize in makeup artistry services. Our signature look is elevated natural and we have worked years on perfecting our craft and continue to do so. Therefore, I personally do not offer hair styling services but have partnered with Nicole Lane Bridal to work with all clients have the option of both. Each of us focus on being experts in one specific luxury experience giving the clients the best of the best.

How is the date of your event held?

The date of your event is secured when a contract is signed and the non-refundable retainer of $200.00 is acquired if you are booking both makeup and styling beauty services. If you are just contracting out one type of service hair or makeup the non-refundable retainer is $100. This retainer will go toward the remaining balance of your contracted amount. The contract is valid for 48 hours after being sent. After that time, your date will be released to the next inquiry.

What is needed in order to create a contract?

After initial inquiry you will receive a response with our availability, and a booking information form to collect any additional information to put into your personalized contract. We ask for some extra detailed information like getting ready location, estimated number of services (this is an estimate and can always be adjusted to add additional services up to 3 months prior to your event), and approximate time of photographer arrival/ceremony.

Is there a minimum amount of services required?

Minimum amount of services provided for a wedding/event is 4 services. Host + 3 attendees. Anything under that amount is at the discretion of the artist according to location. Depending on availability all services are typically accommodated even if it is just the host. We try to be as flexible and accommodating as possible.

If the amount of services are more than the host + 5 attendees, in one service area (hair styling or makeup applications) an additional artist is required. An additional charge of $150 will then be applied to your final balance. This additional charge is to provide an additional artist deposit so that the artist of our choosing reserves the day. It is also used to provide additional travel compensation for the addition artist as well. We only choose highly renowned artists whose work has been reviewed carefully by the owner of the company.

How do you accommodate two brides/hosts?

All love is welcomed here. When accommodating for two brides/hosts your investment is $375 for makeup services. This does not include additional services or travel.

How are travel fees calculated?

Travel Fees are not included in pricing. A round trip fee of $1.40 per mile (which is in accordance with Arizona state regulations 2025) from the studio address below will apply depending on location, distance, and the amount of artists traveling to your location. Parking must be arranged for all locations and tolls and bridge fees will be added. Destination wedding travel information is available upon request.

Any events that require a travel time of over two hours will require accommodations for the evening prior to the event. This is to ensure appropriate scheduling for your day in accordance with our provided timeline. This also secures that your artist will be on premises, and produce their best work. No morning of mishaps!

What form of payment do you accept? When are payments due?

All of our administration and payment is done through Square. We currently accept all major credit cards(+calculated credit card fees). We encourage everyone to utilize zelle, and venmo for your convenience and to avoid any extra fees. After any type of payment you will receive a receipt from square for your records.

After your retainer is received and deducted from your final balance; you are required to pay your balance in full 2 weeks prior to your event. You will receive your invoice and reminders regarding your balance. If you choose to make a payment prior, or set up a plan over a few months leading up to your wedding that will be accommodated as well. It is required for you to let us know the form of payment you will be using in order to calculate any additional fees for using credit cards. Currently square has increased the fees to an additional 3.5% + .15 to utilize cards on file, 3.3% +.30 for invoices, and 2.6% +.15 for all in person card purchases.

Are bridal trials/previews required? Can I book a preview before booking?

Previews are encouraged, but not required. They are designed to mimic your desired look. Please take a look at our gallery, instagram, and reviews to determine if our aesthetic matches your vision. Previews will be scheduled no more than 3 months in advance. If you are receiving hair and makeup through A.Rey Makeup Artistry, Nicole and I will coordinate with you to have a preview together for convenience. As a friendly reminder, previews are to try out your look and do not secure your wedding date. If you schedule a preview prior to booking you run the risk of your wedding date not being available.

Where are bridal previews held? How should I prepare?

Bridal previews are held in our studio suite located in the heart of the west valley off of Loop 101 and Bell Rd. Here you will be welcomed by a friendly face, and offered a luxury of amenities including coffee, and locally sourced creamers and snacks.

Please come with skin clean and free of any makeup. You will want to make sure that all hair removal and facial treatments have had enough time to heal. If you are opting for a spray tan please instruct your technician to avoid spraying your face. Also try to wear your hair in a similar style as the day of. If you are scheduled for a bundle preview for hair and makeup, please make sure to come with your hair clean, dry, and free of product. Opt for a white or light coloured top similar to the cut of your dress. All of these tips will give you a great preview experience.

What is included in your services?

Our services don’t just include the application, but the entire luxury experience. We provide 100% of our supplies and equipment for a professional, sanitary, and memorable beauty session. We take care of everything from the contract, invoice, and day of timeline to connecting with you personally before your event. We only schedule one wedding a day so the bride has our exclusive and undivided attention to detail. Each bride will receive a luxury complimentary touch up kit priced at over a $100 value.

How long will it take to complete makeup services and how are timelines created?

Our services revolve around the photographers scheduled arrival. This means that once we have confirmed the photographers time of arrival on site, we will create a custom timeline for you and your group including arrival and start times of the wedding morning. We also coordinating with the stylist of your choosing to create a seamless morning.

We work backwards from the photographers arrival in order to give you enough time to get into your dress and decompress before the event begins. A typical wedding morning will be about 4 to 6 hours depending on the number of services, artists, etc.

Is gratuity included in pricing?

Gratuity is greatly appreciated, but not included at this time. If you decide to offer gratuity, we want it to be based on your personal service and experience! We will provide our Venmo QR codes prior to the event on our timeline for a seamless gratuity process.

*Cash accepted for gratuity only.