Star is a native of the Washington DC metropolitan area. She is the eldest of two children born to her parents, David and Wanda Chandler. Art and music are abundant in her family on all sides with creative skills ranging from reconstructive artistry and mortuary science through to architecture, engineering and design.
Star's love for makeup started in middle school but, when her mother felt she was of age, she taught Star all she knew and that's all it took. Star continued to develop her skill by perfecting her personal makeup application. Over time her budding talent was recognized by various friends, family and colleagues. This sparked her interest to pursue a career as a makeup artist.
In the Summer of 2008, Star attended the Makeup Symposium at the Bennett Career Institute in Washington DC, where she sat under the tutelage of some of the industries leading makeup artist professionals; Sam Fine, James Vincent, Danessa Myricks, and Valente Frazier to name a few. Upon receiving her artistry license, Stasya's actively pursued her passion, accepting every opportunity to express her creative and develop her talent.
Stasya has been blessed to work with celebrated personalities such as Pastry Kicks Co-owner Angela Simmons, Time Magazines 100 Most Influential People, author and activist Wafa Sultan, Former Senator Dr. Bill Frist, Notable author David Aikman, and Gospel Recording Artist, Martha Munizzi. Her work has also be syndicated on famous networks- VH1, MTV, BET and shows like the 700 Club (CBN News, Washington).
When she's not painting faces, Stasya is running business as the founder and CEO of Blush & Wine, hosting makeup workshops and writing her first book.
Despite her accomplishments and budding career success, Star is simply a fun-loving artist to the core. A keeper of a big smile and resilient personality, Star spreads cheer and her love for art, beauty and life where ever she goes.
Star's love for makeup started in middle school but, when her mother felt she was of age, she taught Star all she knew and that's all it took. Star continued to develop her skill by perfecting her personal makeup application. Over time her budding talent was recognized by various friends, family and colleagues. This sparked her interest to pursue a career as a makeup artist.
In the Summer of 2008, Star attended the Makeup Symposium at the Bennett Career Institute in Washington DC, where she sat under the tutelage of some of the industries leading makeup artist professionals; Sam Fine, James Vincent, Danessa Myricks, and Valente Frazier to name a few. Upon receiving her artistry license, Stasya's actively pursued her passion, accepting every opportunity to express her creative and develop her talent.
Stasya has been blessed to work with celebrated personalities such as Pastry Kicks Co-owner Angela Simmons, Time Magazines 100 Most Influential People, author and activist Wafa Sultan, Former Senator Dr. Bill Frist, Notable author David Aikman, and Gospel Recording Artist, Martha Munizzi. Her work has also be syndicated on famous networks- VH1, MTV, BET and shows like the 700 Club (CBN News, Washington).
When she's not painting faces, Stasya is running business as the founder and CEO of Blush & Wine, hosting makeup workshops and writing her first book.
Despite her accomplishments and budding career success, Star is simply a fun-loving artist to the core. A keeper of a big smile and resilient personality, Star spreads cheer and her love for art, beauty and life where ever she goes.