Karen Powanda, an Austin native, began her career in Southern California and abroad. Always passionate about the beauty industry, she went on to become a licensed esthetician, and studied under two world-renowned celebrity makeup artists. She has also received training from Sebastian International and Fred Segal Beauty.

Karen has gathered her artist's tools and opened a salon in Austin. Her desire is to pass on her gifts of symmetry, sculpting and use of color and light to bring out the best in her clients. She is available on location for weddings, photo shoots, special occasions or film production.