welcome claudia leach to the chelsea studio
Meet Claudia Leach of Makeup by Claud: Makeup artist Claudia Leach of Makeup by Claud is one of the newest creatives to make our space her home.
From bridal, event and grad makeup to personalized makeup lessons, hairstyling, lash lifts + tints and brow laminations, Claudia offers a wide range of beauty services right here at Chelsea Studio. She also specializes in South Asian bridal beauty, including makeup, hair, jewelry and dupatta setting. Whether you’re getting ready for a special occasion or looking to build your own makeup skills, Claudia creates an experience designed to help her clients look and feel their best.
Claudia grew up in White City, Saskatchewan, before making Regina home. While Regina is where you’ll find her most days, she’s always happy to take her work on the road, especially to Canmore, where her family has a place.
When she’s not working, Claudia is all about spending time with family and friends (including her tiny toy poodle, Daisy!). She loves travelling, going to concerts, checking out new restaurants, and really, any excuse to get out, socialize, and have a little fun.
Q: Tell us about your business and the different ways clients can work with you.
Claudia: “Makeup by Claud/ Claud Studios is a beauty business specializing in elevated personalized beauty services for weddings, special events, photoshoots and everyday clients. My services include bridal, event & grad makeup, 1:1 personal makeup lessons, 1:1 makeup artist lessons, hairstyling, lash lifts + tints, brow laminations and South Asian bridal makeup, hair, jewelry & the dupatta setting.”
Q: What inspired you to get into makeup artistry, and what do you love most about the work you do?
Claudia: “I have always loved makeup and the artistry behind creating a look. It is the best feeling seeing how makeup can completely transform the way someone feels. I love getting to be a part of clients' special moments and making people feel beautiful.”
Q: What three words would you use to describe your style or the experience you want your clients to have?
Claudia: “I would describe my style and client experience as elevated, playful, and personable. These words are reflected in both my work and my personality. Something that is extremely important to me is making sure every client feels seen, welcomed, and valued when sitting in my chair. Every client matters to me, and ensuring they feel comfortable, confident, and happy while still receiving an elevated experience is at the heart of everything I do.”
Q: If you could do the makeup or create a look for any person—living or historical—who would it be and why?
Claudia: “100% Taylor Swift! I would love to do my signature soft, glowy, bronzy glam on her. I’ve always been a huge fan of her music and think it would be so much fun to create a modern makeup look for her. I also know that having the opportunity to do her makeup would be absolutely life-changing and could catapult my career. Fun fact: I actually met Taylor when I was 13, and years later, I went to the Eras Tour twice with the same best friend I met her with!”
Q: What’s one lesson you’ve learned while building your business that you’d share with someone just starting out?
Claudia: “The biggest thing I could recommend to anyone starting a business is that consistency is key. Don’t give up, set goals for yourself, and don’t be afraid to put yourself out there. One of my favourite pieces of advice is to tell everyone you meet what you do. I always tell people I’m a makeup artist because you truly never know who you might be talking to or what opportunity could come from that connection!”
Q: What made the Chelsea Studio the right space for you and the services you offer?
Claudia: “The Chelsea Studio felt like the perfect place to begin this new chapter of Claud Studios. It’s warm, bright, filled with beautiful natural light, and surrounded by so many talented artists and amazing local businesses. I’m so excited to make the space my own and welcome my clients into a studio that feels elevated, inviting, and true to my brand.”
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