Meet your makeup artist

Hi! I'm Raquel Garcia, the founder of Ashford Beauté Makeup here in Las Vegas. For over a decade, I've been living my passion in the beauty industry as a licensed esthetician and makeup artist. My specialty? Creating those perfect natural and soft glam looks that make brides feel like the most beautiful version of themselves on their wedding day. There's nothing quite like seeing a bride's face light up when she looks in the mirror and sees exactly what she'd dreamed of.

When I'm not working my magic with makeup brushes, my life revolves around my amazing 14-year-old son. He's my pride and joy, always keeping me on my toes with his growing music collection and ever-expanding sneaker obsession! Our home is quite the lively place, shared with our two mischievous cats and our beloved pitbull, Daisy, who thinks she's the queen of the house (and honestly, she kind of is!).

In those precious moments when I can catch my breath, you'll probably find me curled up with an apocalyptic sci-fi or historical fiction novel, diving deep into history documentaries, or getting caught up in my latest true crime or paranormal podcast obsession. These stories feed my imagination and keep me inspired. And when I'm really lucky, I get to spend quality time with my partner, just enjoying those peaceful moments between our crazy schedules.

What really drives me is creating that calm, stress-free experience for my brides. I believe makeup should be more than just products on your face – it should be about making you feel absolutely radiant and confident, an elevated version of yourself. Whether you're dreaming of the softest glam or that perfect natural glow, I'm here to bring your vision to life, one brushstroke at a time. After all, your wedding day is all about you, and I'm just here to help make it unforgettable.