DAVID VELASQUEZ / ‘MUGOPUS’
MAKEUP ARTIST
David Velasquez is a Los Angeles-based makeup artist — known as much for his bold, creative work as he is for his impeccable celebrity glam. With 10+ years of industry experience, David elevates every project with his singular technique and editorial eye.
David started his career at 16 years old apprenticing for Priscilla Ono, makeup artist to Rihanna and Global Makeup Artist for Fenty Beauty. Since launching his own solo career nearly seven years ago, David has collaborated with some of the biggest names in music and entertainment, on high-profile music videos and fashion campaigns.
Recent notable work includes: Head of the Makeup Dept. for J.Lo's 2024 "This is Me... Now" Visual Album, Chloe Bailey at the MET 2022; Shenseea’s ‘Alpha’ Album Artwork; J.Lo’s ‘Marry Me’ Movie Press Tour and ‘On My Way’ Music Video; Latto’s ‘Big Energy’ Video and 2021 VMA performance; J.Lo’s 2021 Presidential Inauguration performance, InStyle Cover (May 2021 Beauty Issue); Doja Cat’s ‘Hot Pink’ Album press tour, performances, and music videos.
Clients include: J.Lo, Chloe Bailey, Muni Long, Baby Tate, Noah Cyrus, Latto, Rico Nasty, Shenseea, Doja Cat, M.I.A, Megan Thee Stallion, Kali Uchis, Foushée, Sita Bellan, Saweetie, Ashanti, Sevyn, BIA, Justine Skye, India Love, Crystal Westbrook, Lolo Jones, Tamar Braxton, Chanel West Coast, Alina Baraz, Christina Milian, Karreuche Tran, Kristen Noel Crawley, Draya Michelle, Hennessy Carolina, and more.
His work has been published in Vogue, GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, W Magazine, Paper Magazine, and Playboy.
