Meet the Founder
Michelle Boyce Natywa is the owner and head beauty coordinator at Elle Artistry. She is a Chicago-based certified makeup artist who received her professional training at Make Up First® School of Makeup Artistry. Michelle went on to spend several years as co-owner and instructor at the nationally recognized academy, where she mentored aspiring artists. With a clientele that includes high-profile individuals and discerning brides alike, she is renowned for her dedication to excellence and signature soft glam looks. Michelle works as a freelance artist across all aspects of the industry but specializes in bridal and special event makeup. She is also honored to travel for her brides, offering destination wedding bookings both throughout the U.S. and internationally.
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Career Highlights
Exotic Fashion Fete with Modern Luxury Weddings Chicago & Mira Couture Fashion Show 2025 / Key: Aga Rhodes
Mira Couture By Marchesa June 2024 Fashion Show / Key: Aga Rhodes
Bizarrap for Suenos Festival 2024
Real Housewife of Salt Lake City - Heather Gay
The Knot Best of Weddings 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025 Winner
Wedding Wire Couples Choice Award 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025
The Knot Best of Weddings Hall of Fame
Former Owner & Instructor at Make Up First® School of Makeup Artistry
Published on Chi the Wed
Published in Modern Luxury Magazine
Chicago Fashion Week 2019
Voyage Chicago Trailblazer Featured MUA 2018
Anthopologie Fashion Show 2018
Backstage MUA for SNL stars at Northwestern’s A Starry Night 2018
SAIC Fashion Walk 2018
It’s Her World Women’s Development Conference 2018
MODA Chicago Fashion Show 2017
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