Lorie Karnes

I’m a professional Makeup & Hair Artist with 24 years of experience across film, television, commercial, editorial, live events, red carpet, and celebrity work. My background includes beauty, men’s grooming, hair styling, character and SFX makeup, with experience ranging from intimate talent bookings to large-scale productions. My career has included work with Universal Studios, The Walking Dead, major award shows, national campaigns, and high-profile talent including Carrie Fisher, Ethan Hawke, Orlando Bloom, Rob Lowe, Vera Farmiga, Kal Penn, Steve Zahn, and Rob Zombie. I’ve also served in leadership roles including Department Head, Key Artist, and senior makeup and wig positions. I’m known for being versatile, efficient, calm under pressure, and highly attentive to the details that matter on set—from continuity and camera-ready finishes to professionalism, discretion, and making talent feel comfortable in my chair. I’m equally comfortable creating polished natural beauty, grooming, glam, hair, or stepping into character and effects work when the project calls for it. IATSE Local 798 Makeup Artist | Available for film, television, commercial, editorial, corporate, red carpet, live events, and celebrity/personal bookings.