Editorial & Fashion Makeup Artist in Miami –
Olena Kotelnytska (Олена Котельницька)
Olena Kotelnytska is a Miami-based Editorial & Fashion Makeup Artist and award-winning Brow Artist known for her clean beauty aesthetic, camera-ready skin, and elevated modern glam. With over ten years of experience, she blends European precision with contemporary American beauty standards, creating refined, timeless looks for editorial projects, fashion shoots, NYFW teams, luxury bridal clients, and global creative collaborations.
Originally from Ukraine, Olena began her career as a professional brow and makeup educator, founding her own training programs and teaching advanced eyebrow techniques. Since 2016, she has trained and mentored numerous artists, focusing on structure, detail, and long-lasting natural results.
After relocating to Miami in 2022, she obtained her U.S. beauty license and opened her studio, where she continues to work across editorial beauty, fashion, bridal, and brow artistry. She is accredited to work with luxury establishments such as Porsche Design and Armani Casa, reflecting her professionalism, clean beauty style, and elevated aesthetic approach.
Olena’s work is distinguished by luminous skin, refined detail, soft structure, and a modern, editorial interpretation of beauty. Her portfolio includes NYFW backstage teams, designers, photographers, creative directors, and international brands.
Today, Olena works with private clients, brides, creative teams, and global brands, and is open to collaborations with magazines, designers, production teams, and fashion houses. She also provides professional education and advanced training for artists who want to elevate their skills and develop a modern, clean beauty technique.
‘My work is my passion’ Olena Kotelnytska
Olena Kotelnytska • Featured In •
Olena Kotelnytska’s work has been showcased in leading global media, including Vogue Runway, Grazia, and other international fashion platforms, highlighting her artistic vision and modern clean-beauty approach.
Press & Media
Press coverage and media features highlighting Olena Kotelnytska’s career as a Miami makeup artist, her global achievements, and her contributions to the beauty industry.
L’Officiel Monaco – Fashion Magazine – When Beauty Concepts Move Between Runway and Competition
In this editorial feature, the magazine explores how Kotelnytska’s (Олена Котельницька) professional work connects fashion runway productions with the evolving world of competition artistry. READ MORE
ELLE – “Ukrainian Beauty Expert at New York Fashion Week: Olena Kotelnytska (Олена Котельницька) on Building a Career in the U.S. Beauty Industry”
VOYAGEMIA – “Rising Stars: Meet Olena Kotelnytska of Miami”
Gazeta.ua – “The Beauty Industry in the Educational Space: The Professional Journey of Olena Kotelnytska (Олена Котельницька)”
DIGITAL JOURNAL – “Global Recognition- Olena Kotelnytska Among Top Winners at OMC World Cup in Paris”
USA NEWS – “From Ukraine to U.S. Success: The Journey of Olena Kotelnytska”
Achievements & Professional Recognition
Throughout her career, Olena Kotelnytska has earned multiple awards, certifications, and international recognition for her mastery in makeup and brow artistry. Her work reflects a combination of European precision and modern American beauty standards, supported by years of education, competitions, and professional leadership.
Awards & Competitions
Olena is an internationally recognized artist, awarded and distinguished in multiple global beauty competitions, including:
- Finalist & Winner of the IBI Awards
- Finalist of OMC Europe Cup Open 2025
- Finalist and Bronze Winner of OMC World Cup World
- Finalist of OMC Artist of the Year at OMC Hairworld etc.
- She is also a participant of NAHA — North American Hairstyling Awards, the most prestigious professional beauty award in the United States.
Professional Certifications
- Certified Member of ACA (American Cosmetology Association)
- Certified Trainer and member of the Union of Professionals of Ukraine
Judging & Leadership
Alongside her competition career, Olena is a certified judge at international beauty championships, including BROWISTA USA and other global events, where she evaluates professional makeup and brow techniques at an advanced, industry-standard level.
Fashion & Editorial Experience
- Participant of New York Fashion Week (NYFW) — creating editorial runway looks
- Featured in Vogue Runway, Grazia, and international magazines
- Lead and supporting makeup artist for high-end designers and fashion productions
Studio & Work Environment
Olena’s Miami studio is a bright, modern beauty space created for editorial work, bridal glam, and luxury makeup sessions. Professional lighting, premium products, and a clean aesthetic make it the perfect environment for high-end beauty transformations and content creation.
