Raimonda Pepaj
Co-Owner - Master Stylist | Portfolio
Co-Founder of Artisté Salon, Raimonda has achieved the status of a master stylist by being published in magazines and having over 15 years of experience with Balayages, Bridal & formal hairstyling, film production, extensions, haircuts, hair treatments and more.
Raimonda specializes in bridal hair, styling, extensions + more! Raimonda has been flown around the world to help brides achieve their desired bridal look and make sure their wedding day is perfect.
Education has been a huge part of Raimonda’s career and due to it, she has become a master at her craft when it comes to coloring and highlighting. By keeping up with the current trends in the hair and fashion world, Raimonda ensures all of her clients feel and look their best in her chair.
Ella Gjekaj
Co-Owner - Master Stylist | Portfolio
Co-Founder of Artisté Salon, Ella Gjekaj began her career working for stylist Raimonda Pepaj, who encouraged her to follow her passion and complete a cosmetology apprenticeship. For 4 years, she had hands on leadership before getting her own stylist chair. She worked alongside Raimonda for 7 years.
For the last decade of being a stylist, Ella has been passionate about learning the latest trends and mastering her skill, in order to make her guests feel their absolute best. Ella has a knack of tailoring the perfect look for her clients.
Today, Ella credits her wide-ranging knowledge and education as the key to her success. Every woman that sits in her chair is made to feel like they are a work of art once they leave.
Not only does Ella care about the way her clients look and feel but she also educates her clients in depth on proper at-home care and is often sharing her wide variety of knowledge when it comes to hair.
Shawn S Stylist | Portfolio
Shawn Sheeka began doing hair 8 years ago and growing, he immediately gained a loyalty following among his family and friends. Once behind the chair, he realized how amazing it was to see his clients have a good hair day. Shawn is specialized in haircuts, hair coloring and straightening treatments such as the KCMAX.
Bena G. Makeup Artist | Portfolio
Bena Gjekaj has been doing makeup artistry for the past 3 years, she quickly gained knowledge of the beauty industry through her sisters Ella and Raimonda. Being trained by Marijiana, she also got certified in New York City from the New York Makeup Academy. She specializes in the bridal, cinematic and fashion/runway field. She loves to create a unique look for each and every client by not going over the top with the makeup but creating a look that just enhances the clients beauty.
Rachel K Stylist | Portfolio
Originally from Novi MI, Rachel left her bachelor degree to pursue hair full time. She developed her skills and knowledge by being an apprentice under master stylist Raimonda. Rachel has been perfecting her craft for overall 5+ years. She Specializes in balayage, color, extensions and wedding styling, she has many talents to meet the need of her clientele.
Marijana S. Esthetician & Makeup Artist | Portfolio
Marijana Szilagy has been a makeup artist for nearly 20 years, she is experienced in bridal, commercial, runway, TV and film production. Marijana is a perfectionist with a deep passion about bringing out the very best in every person she works with while custom tailoring every service to maintain their individuality. Other than being a makeup artist, Marijana also is a trained esthetician, specializing in facials, peels, skin classic, pro-cell & much more.
Laura L. Stylist | Portfolio
Laura Lumaj has been a professional colorist for about 7 years. As a hair stylist her main focus is to prioritize her clients wants and needs. Not only does she love her profession, she genuinely loves connecting with each of her clients. Moving forward, She is thrilled to make each and one of you not only look, but also feel your best!
Magdalena G. Esthetician | Portfolio
Magdalena Gorczak has been an Aesthetician for over 20 years and continues to gain knowledge on the many ways to treat all skin types. Not only does Magdalena bring her passion for the industry to Artisté, she educates all her clients on how they can achieve their skin goals. From customized facials all the way to micro-channeling, Magdalena will choose the best option that your skin needs.
Lydia C. Stylist & Makeup Artist | Portfolio
Hair stylist and makeup artist. Lydia has been in the industry since 2012. She started her career in her home town of NYC, and spent the last 6 years working in Westchester NY until she moved to Michigan in 2021. After years of experience, her top favorite services to provide are Balayage and Makeup. She is also well trained and experienced in haircuts, colors and formal styles.