Occupation: Makeup Artist (and aesthetician) Instagram: @Makeupbykatiec Where were you born? I was born in Modesto, California Where do you live now? I actually live back in Modesto, after living in France and Australia for a bit. What is unique about your work? While I understand and research the trends, I definitely don't follow them just because they're popular at the moment. Why do you do what you do? I know it's a cliche thing to say but I really do it because it makes someone else feel happy. If that's the one gift I can give to the world, I will gladly run with it. I really was born with an artistic view of the world so I get to do what makes me happy as well! What inspires you? I am inspired by emotions, shapes, colors and textures I see out in the world on a daily basis. I'm always thinking about how something could translate into makeup. Describe your personal style? Versatile. I am very much into glamour and beauty makeup but I also love doing creative, editorial looks just as much. Your ultimate must have: Long, thick, beautiful lashes. Nothing else makes the face look more feminine than that. What superpower would you have and why? I'd want to be able to fly. I could see the world for a lot less money, that's for sure! What is next for you? Only God knows for sure but I have many amazing things I'd like to see come to fruition. I'm working hard everyday on my business and the things I love dearly so we shall see!