Makeup Artist Uses Cupcakes For Her Canvas

Jennifer Lee Wilson is a Makeup Artist turned “Cupcake Artist”. She has always loved experimenting with color, texture and design, but now the canvas she works on is a freshly baked cupcake instead of a face. “It’s quite interesting how similar the two careers are really. Both require a fair amount of imagination, practice and proper tools to achieve the desired outcome,” says Jennifer.

“My two young children are the inspiration behind my career move; they inspired me to think outside the makeup box. As a makeup artist much time is spent away from them, either at a wedding site, or photography shoot, but with baking, they can be there right next to me (waiting for a sample of coarse!) I wanted a job where I could use my skill set, but one that would also allow me to enjoy their childhood. Baby Love’s Cupcakes was in a sense created for them.”

“The thing I love most about the business is that other bakers/pastry chiefs and cake decorators are super nice people! Most LOVE their job and are willing to share recipes, tips, and have an overall positive attitude. To me, that is the best ingredient in any recipe.”

Currently in the works is a children’s recipe book titled: Baby Love’s Cupcakes for Kids with illustration by Wendy Sefcik from Broken Box Designs. “I also just completed storefront signage to be placed on the window of ‘Tasty Treats’ ice cream parlor in my hometown, San Mateo, California. Now the locals can stop in to enjoy a freshly baked Baby Love’s cupcake.” Yummy!