Kelly Davidson • Pro Makeup Artist, Men’s Groomer & Hairstylist

Curious who’s behind the brush? 👩‍🎨 Here are 5 things that give you a glimpse at my journey as an artist so far & my intentions. 1. I launched my business at 18 years old, fueled by creativity, curiosity & a deep love for the art of transformation.🎨 2. At 23, I left my hometown & moved to Toronto with no connections, just passion, a vision & the courage to start fresh with of course - some good old fear eh! That leap into the unknown has shaped me in such profound ways I couldn’t have imagined.🌏 ✨ 3. Now at 33, I’ve built a vast career spanning red carpets, celebrities, TV shows, feature films, commercials, fashion, music videos, magazine covers, & so much more!Versatility is my superpower & I truly love it all. 4. My Philosophy: Makeup & Hair are tools for self-expression. Every face, project & moment is unique & deserves a personalized experience. Whether you’re stepping into a character on set, walking the red carpet or simply being your truest self - I bring artistry, intention & ♥️ to bring your vision to life. 5. I care deeply about your experience. I bring calm energy, hype-girl vibes, and an eye for detail 👀 my eye doctor even says I need to blink more… Plus, my kit is fully stocked with top-tier products…& yes, I’m a clean & organization freak. Venus in Virgo ♍️, if you know, you know.😉 — Thank you to every incredible human & team who’s trusted me as their artist ! To those I’ve yet to meet and work with I’m beyond excited for what’s ahead. With love, 👩‍🎨 KD Thank you @brittany_daigle_ for capturing this magical photo 📸 ❤️‍🔥

katy o’brian 🥊 | x @thekatyo red carpet glam for Katy’s premiere @chirsty.movie @tiff.net - loved every minute of creating this look & working with Katy was an absolute blast! && how freaking stunning. This look is 🔥!! using x @shiseido @fentybeauty @charlottetilbury @maccosmeticscanada 🖤 hair + makeup @kellyd.makeup #tiff2025 #celebritymakeupartist #celebrityhairstylist #katyobrian #christymovie

hair & makeup artist for the one & only @therealdanaykroyd for season 3 of “the Unbelievable”! catch it on @history ❤️‍🔥🎬📺. #unbelievableseason2 #celebritymakeupartist #celebritygroomer #torontocelebritymakeupartist #filmhairandmakeupartist

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As Elena in the global sensation #HeatedRivarly, Nadine Bhabha (@nadinebhabs ) has quickly become a fan favorite, thanks to her authentic performance and Elena’s memorable line, “he deserves sunshine and so do you.” ☀️ As our March 2026 cover star, Nadine talks about why that moment resonated strongly with viewers: “I just love that it’s so simple in its message. Everyone deserves sunshine, and I think because it’s such a beautiful, warm image, a lot of people are resonating with it. I’ve been getting a lot of DMs from people who don’t have an Elena to show up for them in their lives, so hearing someone be accepting in a gentle, yet grounded way, feels healing to hear for a lot of queer folks.” Read the full cover feature at Popternative.com. Link in bio. Photography: @imworkng @omsystem.cameras Hair + Makeup: @kellyd.makeup Studio: @cocreatespace EIC: @helenroum Makeup brands: @smithcosmetics @charlottetilbury @shiseido @diorbeauty @fentybeauty @maccosmeticscanada #PopternativeMagazine #NadineBhabha #omsystem #om3

grooming for @marcozo men’s jewelry campaign⚡️ using @maccosmeticscanada s/o to the team credits below - this is absolutely wicked ✨👏 🎬 Client: Marcozo @marcozo Owner: Mike Pudzianowski @cozo Creative Direction + Production Company: @gallardobrand Executive Producer: Mark Anthony Gallardo @markgallardo_ Producer: Josiah Joseph @josiahjc Director / Stills Photographer: Mark Anthony Gallardo @markgallardo_ Director of Photography: Angel Navarro III @angelnavarrofilms 1st AC: Vy Nguyen @viinusaur Gaffer: Gianluca Basile @gianlouu_ Swing: Gabriel Laporte _gabriel.lepore_ Stills 1st Assistant: Nick Link @all.black.yin.yang Production Designer: Sarah Ziat @hightothiss Stylist: Venket Ravindra @v.ravindra Hair & Make-Up: Kelly Davidson @kellyd.makeup BTS Video: Jonnie Mang @jonnie.mang Client BTS: Peter Khella @hongistaa Key PA: Nick Kovacic nickkvac PA: Matthew Nurse @mtthewn Editor: Mark Anthony Gallardo @markgallardo_ Colour: theVanity @thevanityvfx Colourist: Jordan Benegbi @jordanbenegbi Producer: Valentina Garcia Salazar @v_garcia97 Colour Producer: Kitty McKay @kitty_mckay Talent: Tremaine Nelson @jubediyah Studio Rental: Encounter Studios @encounterstudios Studio Manager: Ben Dundas Rentals: @2dhouse @neighbourhoodstudios @switzerdigital

🎬bts: male grooming for @georgesstpierre & @michael.malott 🙌 + hair & makeup for @jasminejasudavicius ✨ I remember being 15 years old playing UFC on Xbox 🎮 & always choosing @georgesstpierre I mean… that superman punch is forever iconic. 🤛 I’d win every time 😏. having the opportunity to do grooming for this campaign felt like one of those quiet full-circle moments that remind you how far you’ve come. ❤️‍🔥 loved being apart of this project for @stc_canada 🫶🏻. incredible talent, seamless collaboration & a strong team all around. 💪👩‍🎨🎬

january 2026 bts 🎬👩‍🎨 a little glimpse into what a month can look like behind the scenes as a makeup & hair artist. this work allows me to explore creativity in so many ways, from film & tv sets to all kinds of incredible shoots to studio to personal to teaching - it’s beautifully versatile. ❤️‍🔥🎬 what makes it even more meaningful is the collaboration, the trust, the shared vision & the people behind every project, many of whom i’m lucky to call close friends 🫂.

I had the privilege of teaching high school students in the @reelstartorg program what it’s like to work in the Makeup Department for film & television 🎬✨👩‍🎨 We explored career pathways into makeup, how the makeup department collaborates with other departments throughout production, approach to character design & insights into building a makeup career. It’s such an exciting moment in life when you’re figuring out who you want to become in the world. 🌎 Being able to share what I’ve learned so far, how I got to where I am in my career & hopefully spark something in a few young creatives meant so much to me. Something I always say is follow what brings you the most joy, that’s where your magic is. 🥹 Reel Start is a nonprofit opening doors to the film & television industry for high school students from historically marginalized communities through hands-on filmmaking, mentorship & real industry access. ♥️ If this resonates with you, you can celebrate & support their work by donating here: 🙏 So grateful to be part of this. Thanks for having me @reelstartorg 🎬🎥🎞️👩‍🎨

Career highlight unlocked 🔓🏅 Getting to work with an unreal lineup of Team Canada & Team USA athletes for the Olympics — and now cheering them on in Italy like… so thrilled to key this project with the support of the @m3.artists fam Key Hair @samleebeauty Makeup by Me Assists @kellyd.makeup @melaniequiggmakeup @karlytos.way That LFG energy & one of the coolest projects of my life! We loved making all of you feel & look amazing 🤩

male grooming for Canadian rock legends @theguesswho 🎸🤘🎹 I had the privilege of spending two press days with @randybachman & @burtoncummings as their groomer ahead of their upcoming tour. I grew up with my dad playing their records in the garage, so getting them camera ready, hearing their stories & even catching a live preview of the show felt incredibly full-circle. Being in their presence, truly inspiring storytellers full of history, creativity, humour & heart, it was a reminder of how music connects generations. You can catch their full interview on YouTube or as a podcast via @cbcq with @tomjoepower 🎙️ A truly beautiful experience. #theguesswho #celebritygrooming

Bonus with @diesellatorraca ! Photography: @evokephotostudios Grooming: @kellyd.makeup Styling: @johunt777 julianjohnson1 Styling Assistant: @lucy_kat3 Studio: @cocreatespace PR: @seanreillyla EIC: @helenroum #PopternativeMagazine #diesellatorraca #GinnyAndGeorgia