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Refined, intentional artistry
for the modern bride who wants to feel timeless, never dated
We may serve hundreds of weddings a year,
but for you, it’s the only one.
We never forget that.
Founded by Maggie King, MKUP has grown into Central Pennsylvania’s premier bridal beauty team, a collective of 15 licensed artists trusted by top venues, planners, and hundreds of brides each year across PA, surrounding states, and destinations worldwide.
Our Philosophy
At MKUP Beauty Studio, we believe beauty is more than the final look — it’s the experience that gets you there. We lead with heart, intention, and a deep understanding of what a wedding morning truly feels like. Our team shows up not just as artists, but as grounding, supportive, emotionally attuned professionals who help you feel safe, celebrated, and undeniably beautiful. We don’t simply enhance features, we elevate moments.
Who We Are
MKUP is a collective of highly trained, long‑standing artists, most with 5+ years on our team, known for their consistency, professionalism, and signature MKUP glow. We’ve supported hundreds of brides each year, earned preferred‑vendor status at top venues, and built trusted relationships with leading planners across the region. Our studio is a space where artistry meets intention, where every detail is curated, and where clients feel seen, supported, and cared for.
What We're Known For
Heart‑centered artistry that honors your individuality
A collaborative process where your voice leads the vision
Professionalism and punctuality that keep your timeline seamless
Calm, confident leadership that grounds your wedding morning
Flawless, glowing complexion work that lasts through every moment
Precision brow shaping that elevates and frames your entire look
A team that feels like family- supportive, warm, and genuinely invested in you
Our Approach to Bridal Beauty
Your wedding morning is sacred. It sets the tone for your entire day. We approach it with intention, emotional intelligence, and a deep respect for the significance of the moment.
We bring:
A grounding presence & emotional support
Joyful, uplifting energy
Clear communication
Strategic artistry
A calm, organized flow
Our goal is simple:
To make you feel safe, seen, celebrated- and the most beautiful version of yourself.
Studio Services
Beyond weddings, our headquarters is located within BLEND Beauty & Spa- a space designed to make beauty seamless, accessible, and fun. At Blend, Maggie offers customizable experiences including skincare, lash and brow services, microblading, relaxing Japanese head spa treatments, and custom 1 on 1 and group makeup classes/parties.
Meet the Artists
Audrey Bowen
“AKA Maggie’s Mom & Invoice Angel”
MAGGIE KING
Founder & Lead Artist
“The one that makes it all happen”
Known for her refined artistry, grounded presence, and fierce leadership.
Maggie built MKUP The Beauty Studio from the belief that makeup should feel like you elevated, confident, and never masked. With over a decade of experience and hundreds of
weddings each year, she blends technical mastery with genuine emotional connection, creating
an experience brides remember long after the day is over. Clients know her as the steady,
reassuring voice in the room and the hype‐squad leader who makes them feel celebrated from
trial to aisle. Maggie’s passion for people and artistry is the heartbeat of MKUP.
Ivana Duane
Team Manager & Lead Makeup Artist
Tiffany Chavez
Lead Makeup Artist & Lead Hair Stylist
Rachel Snyder
Lead Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist
Kayla Fetterolf
Lead Makeup Artist
Lauren Rusnak
Lead Makeup Artist
Christina Ernst
Lead Hair Stylist
Rachel Byerly
Lead Hair Stylist & Makeup Artist
MEET THE TEAM BEHIND THE MKUP EXPERIENCE
Our team is a collective of deeply experienced, emotionally attuned artists who bring calm leadership, refined artistry, and genuine care to every wedding morning. Each artist has been hand‑selected not only for their technical mastery, but for their ability to make brides feel safe, supported, and celebrated. Together, we create an experience defined by intention, connection, and elevated beauty that lasts long after the day is over.
Maggie King Founder + Lead Makeup Artist
“The one that makes it all happen”
Maggie built MKUP The Beauty Studio from the belief that makeup should feel like you elevated, confident, and never masked. With over a decade of experience and hundreds of weddings each year, she blends technical mastery with genuine emotional connection, creating an experience brides remember long after the day is over. Clients know her as the steady, reassuring voice in the room and the hype‐squad leader who makes them feel celebrated from trial to aisle. Maggie’s passion for people and artistry is the heartbeat of MKUP.
Audrey - “AKA Maggie’s mom + Invoice Angel”
Ivana Duane - Team Manager + Lead Makeup Artist
“The glue that holds the team together”
Known for her heart‑centered approach and unmatched complexion artistry, Ivana has mastered the art of the perfect brow and built a reputation for iconic lip combinations, earning her the name MKUP’s Lip Combo Queen.
Ivana brings a rare mix of empathy, precision, and leadership to MKUP. She tailors every look to her client’s unique features and story, making brides feel truly seen and understood. As the manager of the largest beauty team in the region, she mentors artists with the same care she gives her clients all while leading or supporting hundreds of weddings each year. Brides love her direct yet warm communication style, which instantly builds trust and makes them feel supported every step of the way.
Coffee Order: Iced Vanilla Chai Tea Latte w/ Salted caramel Cold Foam
Lauren Rusnak - Lead Makeup Artist
Known for her soft‐glam artistry and calming, grounded presence.
Lauren creates soft, radiant glam that feels effortless and deeply personal. Her chair is a peaceful space, She moves with intention, never rushing, always listening, and making sure each bride feels understood and cared for. Clients adore her chill, soothing energy and the way she brings their vision to life with both intuition and precision. With 8 years of experience, 150+ weddings, an esthetics license, Fashion Week work, and multiple certifications (including training with Makeup by Mario), Lauren brings both artistry and heart to every moment.
Coffee order: Iced vanilla latte with oat milk
Rachel Leigh Snyder - Lead Hair Stylist + Makeup Artist
Known for her versatile artistry and fun, easygoing vibe.
Rachel brings 15 years of experience and a “let’s make this fun” energy to every wedding morning. Her artistry is beautifully adaptable - from polished, classic styles to soft glam to boho looks with a dramatic twist. She wants every bride to feel completely themselves, comfortable sharing their vision, and excited about the look they create together. After nine seasons with MKUP and countless weddings and photoshoots, Rachel’s joyful presence and seasoned expertise make her a trusted favorite for one of life’s most meaningful days.
Coffee order: Latte with almond milk, extra espresso, and any syrup flavor will do
Kayla Fetterolf - Lead Makeup Artist
Known for her fast, flawless glam and signature winged liner.
Kayla is a glam girl through and through - bold, beautiful makeup and her iconic winged liner are her calling cards. She’s all about enhancing what makes each client unique so they feel like the most confident version of themselves. Brides love her upbeat energy, quick yet meticulous application style, and the way she encourages open communication so every detail feels just right. With 10 years of experience, around 200 weddings, and formal training from an accredited makeup school in South Florida, Kayla brings both artistry and a touch of special‐effects magic to every look she creates.
Coffee order: Brown sugar oat milk shaken espresso with 3 pumps of vanilla
Tiffany Chavez + Lead Makeup Artist + Lead Hair Stylist
Known for her skin‐first artistry and soothing, grounding energy.
Tiffany is the definition of a dual‐threat artist, creating luminous, hydrated
“skin‐that‐looks-like-skin” makeup and modern, chic hairstyles that feel fresh and elevated. Brides instantly relax in her presence; her energy is famously calming, often easing stress the moment she walks into the room. With 12 years in the industry, more than 700 weddings, a cosmetology license, and features across blogs and publications, Tiffany blends deep expertise
with genuine warmth. She also serves as a Skin Specialist at Blossom Med Spa and is passionate about giving back through youth mentorship and beauty education.
Coffee order: Grande iced caramel macchiato
Rachel Byerly - Lead Hair + Makeup Artist
Known for her soft glam touch, signature waves, and the kind of energy that instantly puts people at ease.
“The calm, steady hand every bride wants in the room”
Rachel specializes in romantic glam waves, polished updos, and soft, natural makeup that enhances rather than masks. Her approach to bridal beauty is rooted in helping each bride feel like the most beautiful version of herself, comfortable, confident, and completely seen. Brides love her calm, relatable presence, and teammates know her as the one who will stay until the very last second to help anyone who needs it.
With around 200 weddings under her belt, Rachel has witnessed countless “I don’t even recognize myself!” reactions—sometimes even from the bride’s phone, which is both hilarious and heart‐melting. The wedding world is special to her because of the impact artists have on such meaningful moments.
Go‐to products: Bed Head smoothing cream, Moroccan oil hairspray, NYX Brow Lift & Snatch
Coffee order: Iced caramel latte or iced chai
Christina Ernst - Hair + Makeup Artist
Known for her soothing presence, meticulous artistry, and timeless natural glam.
“The calm perfectionist who brings every vision to life”
Christina’s specialty lies in natural glam makeup and elegant updos, with a focus on enhancing each bride’s natural beauty so she feels stunning, confident, and completely herself. Her chair is a place of comfort and trust - she has a gift for grounding even the most nervous brides with her calm energy. A true perfectionist in the best way, Christina stays inspired by evolving trends and the excitement of working with new bridal parties every weekend. With an estimated 500-600 weddings behind her, she brings deep experience and a genuine love for the craft. She began her career as a lead artist right out of cosmetology school, later opening her own salon, and she’s certified in both lash and hair extensions. Her favorite moment? Seeing the bride fully ready - dress, hair, makeup - and watching the entire vision come together. And as she always says, channeling the Spice Girls: “Tell me what you want, what you really, really want.” She wants you to love your look.
Coffee order: Iced latte or cold brew with hazelnut or cookie butter, topped with cold foam
YOUR BRIDAL EXPERIENCE AWAITS
If you’re ready for a wedding‑morning experience defined by calm, care, and elevated artistry, we would be honored to be a part of your day