Makeup artist in Gananoque for Thousand Islands weddings
Planning a wedding in the Thousand Islands? Our makeup artist team comes to Gananoque with bridal hair and makeup designed for river light, boat rides and island ceremonies, so your look stays fresh from the dock to the last dance.
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CLIENTS & FEATURES
Hair and makeup in Gananoque
Your Gananoque makeup artist, at the gateway to the islands
Gananoque sits where the Gananoque River flows into the St. Lawrence, about 30 minutes east of Kingston on Highway 401. Its waterfront inns, heritage main street and island cottages make it one of the most romantic places in Eastern Ontario to say “I do”.
Many couples here get ready on the mainland, then head out by boat to an island or a riverside lawn for the ceremony. We build your schedule around the crossing, set up close to good natural light, and finish every look with the long-wear products a day on the river calls for.
Island weddings
An island wedding day, hour by hour
How we usually plan hair and makeup when the ceremony is across the water. We adjust it to your boat times and guest count.
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Morning on the mainland
We set up at your inn, rental or family cottage in Gananoque and start with the bridal party, saving the bride for last so her look is the freshest.
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Before boarding
Final touches, veil placement and a check under daylight. We pin hair a little more securely for the ride and wind on the river.
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Arrival on the island
If you book on-site coverage, your artist travels with you to fix flyaways, blot shine and refresh the lip before you walk down the aisle.
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Golden hour portraits
Sunsets over the St. Lawrence are worth waiting for. A quick refresh before evening photos keeps your skin glowing on camera.
On the river
Makeup that holds up on the St. Lawrence
Wind, spray and bright reflections are part of a river wedding. This is how our makeup artist team prepares for them in Gananoque.
- Waterproof mascara and a lash adhesive that resists humidity, so happy tears and river spray don’t smudge your eyes.
- A soft-matte base with targeted glow, because sunlight bouncing off the water can turn dewy skin shiny in photos.
- Updos and half-up styles set with flexible hold, plus hidden pins to keep your veil secure on a moving boat.
- A small touch-up pouch for the trip back, with blotting papers, your lip colour and a few spare pins.
Bridal portfolio
Island-ready bridal looks from our portfolio
A selection of our wedding work, with classic veils and soft waves to playful looks by the water. Browse the full bridal portfolio.
Gananoque FAQ
Questions for your Gananoque makeup artist
Do you travel to Gananoque for weddings?
Yes. Gananoque is about 30 minutes east of Kingston, and our artists come to your hotel, cottage or venue anywhere in the Thousand Islands. Your quote shows the travel fee to your address.
Can our makeup artist come with us to an island ceremony?
Yes. Many Gananoque couples book an artist to stay for the ceremony, so touch-ups happen on the island rather than before the boat leaves. Ask us about on-site coverage when you check your date.
Will my makeup last through a boat ride?
We use waterproof, long-wear formulas and set your base for wind and humidity. Your hair is secured with hidden pins, and a small touch-up kit comes along for photos.
How much does a makeup artist in Gananoque cost?
With our À la carte option, a bride’s hair and makeup is $785 before HST, plus travel. A preview at our Toronto studio, reserved alongside your wedding, costs $400 for both services or $275 for one. See the packages and rates page for every bridal party option.
Service area
Makeup artist in Gananoque and the Thousand Islands
We serve the whole Thousand Islands region, from the waterfront in Gananoque to the islands and villages along the Parkway.
Around Gananoque
- Gananoque
- Ivy Lea
- Rockport
- Lansdowne
- Howe Island
- Seeley’s Bay
- Mallorytown
- Leeds and the Thousand Islands
Other cities we serve
Saying “I do” in the Thousand Islands? Let’s plan it.
Tell us your date, where you’ll get ready and whether the ceremony is on an island. We’ll reply with our availability and a quote that includes travel to Gananoque.