About Studio Imeliana

Portrait of Eva Imeliana, bridal and special occasion makeup artist based in the Netherlands and Italy.

A little introduction

Making things beautiful has always been my way of expressing myself. Long before makeup became my profession, I found myself drawn to working with my hands, paying attention to detail and creating something that simply feels right.

Years ago, while working as a hair extensionstylist in a salon, I started noticing something beyond the finished look. I saw how people’s faces lit up when they caught a glimpse of themselves in the mirror. How a small adjustment could lift their confidence, shift their energy and make them carry themselves differently.

Those moments stayed with me. They slowly shaped the way I see beauty and, eventually, led me to pursue makeup professionally.

What I value most isn’t just the final result, but the experience that surrounds it. Getting ready together, sharing the atmosphere, the connection and that quiet excitement before something special begins. Being part of that moment and helping someone feel just a little more confident and at ease is what makes this work so meaningful to me.

Relaxed bridal makeup moment with bride and makeup artist in the Netherlands and Italy.

The Experience

Picture this.

Music playing softly in the background, half-finished coffees on the table and everyone easing into the moment. Laughter, opinions being shared and a sense of anticipation slowly building. These are the moments where getting ready becomes part of the celebration itself.

It’s a feeling many women instinctively recognise. Familiar, intimate and joyful. A moment shaped by connection, care and being together in the lead-up to something special.

That’s the atmosphere I aim to create with every client: relaxed and welcoming to everyone, exactly as they are.

Eva Imeliana applying bridal makeup with a soft, natural approach in the Netherlands and Italy.

My Approach

I’m a bridal and special occasion makeup artist with a natural, understated approach to beauty. My work is all about enhancing what already feels like you, creating soft, glowing makeup that feels comfortable, effortless and timeless.

Every face is different, and everyone brings their own preferences, features and sense of style. When working together, I approach each look in a personal and thoughtful way, adapting it to what feels right for you while keeping everything cohesive.

Makeup should feel supportive, never distracting. Especially on meaningful days, it should leave space for joy, connection and presence. But most of all, it should leave space for you. I want the experience to feel relaxed and enjoyable.                                                                                                 
Like getting ready with someone you trust, who also happens to know exactly what she’s doing.

Curious about what I offer?