Becki Ashley and I had a blast at her latest total makeover and photoshoot. This time we mixed things up a bit. Last time, Becki came to my studio for a makeup lesson, and she has been practicing a ton and going out on her own. This time, she did her makeup in advance so that I could critique it and glam it up. I was thrilled at Becki’s progress on her makeup skills. I amped up all the makeup colors, and we chose a longer, bolder false eyelash. Instead of shooting on a white paper background, we opted for the brick wall and stone floor of my studio using a single light to give a moody to noir-ish feel.
I continue to see clients six days per week at my private, discreet studio in LGBT-friendly Takoma Park, Maryland. I’m close to Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Baltimore. Check out my makeover menu here.
Makeup and Wardrobing by Becki Ashley and Elizabeth Taylor
Becki shows off her daring match of orange boots with a purple and burgundy striped dress. We channeled her vibe with ’60s music.Becki looks at home as a business woman!Becki looks stern but inviting. Wouldn’t you take a meeting with her?Becki has a faraway look in her eyes. What do you think is on her mind?Check out Becki’s long legs!Her eyes pierce your soul.Very elegant!
Elizabeth (Beth) Taylor specializes in photography, makeup artistry, feminization, total makeovers, and coaching for transgender women, MtF crossdressers, and genderfluid people. Beth loves working with first-timers and established trans-women and helping them embrace their femininity and beauty, grow their confidence, and get involved in the online and in-person trans-women communities. Her studio is located in Takoma Park, Maryland close to I-95 & the I-495 beltway around Washington, DC. Check out her makeover menu and book online here.
Diana looks stunning in this navy blue dress by Guess. Fierce!Wow! Check out those legs, curves, and sky-high pumps!Legs & crazy tall pumps plus a bright pink, short dress—she’d stand out in this choice!
In this video, I did my own makeup on facebook with a live audience and addressed questions. I also talk you through the process of applying your makeup and addressed common issues I’ve seen in the studio. In particular, I covered skin care, makeup 101, contouring, and eye makeup. I focused on a look that’s more on the natural side. (For dramatic looks, I have several archived facebook makeup tutorials that focus on intense smokey eyes, dramatic lips, etc.)
My studio is located in Takoma Park, Maryland adjacent to Washington, DC. Priding itself as LGBT-friendly, Takoma Park boasts several delicious restaurants including Republic, where I’ve hosted dinners for the DC Trans Ladies Meetup. Republic is also a great venue for grabbing drinks or dinner as part of one of my outing packages.
Desi gazes downward as if waiting to reveal herself.
Allison loves outdoor photography. For her eye makeup, we used MAC‘s on-trend palette called “Art Library: Flame-Boyant” and the lipstick color “Brick-o-La.” For photography, I used photo strobes and colored gels to create the purple backdrop of bamboo and the richly-hued blue sky.
I’m located in Takoma Park, Maryland inside the I-495 beltway adjacent to Washington, DC. Takoma Park prides itself on being LGBT-friendly and inclusive.
Allison leans against a tree in my backyard.
Allison shows off her beautiful smile.
Allison has matched the reds and oranges of her outfit to her eyeshadow and lipstick.
Allison relaxes on a bench in front of the purple bamboo.
Allison savors the relaxation of outdoor photography.
Check out the gleam in Allison’s eyes!
Allison is a happy girl!
Allison looks peaceful and relaxed. A few minutes later, we ran inside to escape the Maryland thunderstorms and then went shopping at the MAC store at Tyson’s Corner Center mall.
I wanted to pass on this great opportunity to attend a voice coaching workshop that local gender therapist John Thomas is hosting at his Falls Church office. Private voice instructor Anne Hurley will be featured at the session. Several of my clients have spoken highly of both John and Anne. Reach out to John directly if you are interested in the workshop.
To being fabulous!
Elizabeth Taylor (Beth)
This is the email I received from John:
Hi Beth,
I wanted to let you know I’m hosting a voice coaching workshop at my office featuring Anne Hurley, who does excellent voice training/coaching for transfeminine and transmasculine folks in the community.
This will take place one evening this summer at my office in Falls Church (tbd based on response). I’ve expanded my space and can comfortably accommodate up to 10 participants for this event.
The workshop is about an hour plus I’ll be providing light refreshments for anyone who wants to stay afterwards to socialize, network and make friends in an affirming environment.
Scroll down to read more details about Anne and her work for the trans community.
If you know anyone who might be interested in this event, please forward this to them.
Anne Hurley is a soprano soloist and private voice instructor with a studio in Fairfax, Virginia. She has 35 years of experience teaching singing and providing coaching for the speaking voice for adolescents and adults.
Over the past few years, Anne has developed custom-designed speaking voice training for transmasculine and transfeminine clients to help reduce dysphoria surrounding speaking and support them in finding and developing their authentic voice.
The DC Trans Ladies Meetup celebrated St. Patrick’s Day in downtown Bethesda last weekend. We had a mix of new and returning women and started off with a hosted happy hour in my hotel suite to welcome our new girls. Then we ate dinner at the hotel restaurant followed our signature soiree with music, talking, and even some dancing. Giselle brought in a sound system and treated us to Irish tunes, classic rock, and dance music. Meanwhile, I took photos of the soiree focusing on individual pics and encouraging self-expression. Late night, some of the women kept the party going at the nearby Harp and Fiddle til closing time at 3 a.m.
If you are a crossdresser, transgender woman, or a cis-woman ally, we would love to have you join our Meetup group and attend our upcoming events.
Makeovers with Elizabeth Taylor 