The first time I met Shyera “Shy” Earl from Diamond Lust Glitters, I wasn’t thinking about branding photos or creative collaborations.
I was just a mom at Vertuccio Farms on a fall day, standing in line while my kids waited to get their faces painted.
But the moment Shy started painting, I knew she was something special.
The colors were bold.
The designs felt thoughtful.
Every brush stroke looked full of joy and care.
But what stayed with me most wasn’t just the paint. It was how she treated my kids.
Shy knelt down to their level. She listened to their ideas. She spoke to them with patience and respect, never rushing them through the line. She made them feel important.
As a Gilbert, Arizona child and family photographer, I notice how people interact with kids right away. Shy has a gift for making children feel seen and celebrated, and that kindness shows in everything she does.
The Heart Behind Diamond Lust Glitters
Shy is the owner and artist behind Diamond Lust Glitters, a San Tan Valley–based business that has been spreading joy for five years.
Her journey began in the world of adult glitter parties, but everything changed during a simple family moment. Watching her niece’s face light up after getting her face painted showed her something powerful.
It wasn’t just about color.
It was about confidence, wonder, and feeling special.
That moment made her realize she wanted to be the artist behind those smiles. Whether a child wants to feel “cool” or “beautiful,” Shy’s goal is always the same—to make every child feel like the most important person in the room.
Services That Bring the Magic
Diamond Lust Glitters offers creative, professional, and kid-safe services that are perfect for birthdays, school events, festivals, and community celebrations across the East Valley.
Signature services include:
Artistic Face Painting – From sweet cheek designs to full-face transformations.
Glitter Tattoos – Waterproof, long-lasting, and a huge hit at pool parties and high-energy events.
Custom Hair Accessories – Fun add-ons that give kids an extra sparkle.
Coming Soon: DIY crafts to give kids even more ways to create and have fun.
Every service is done with care, intention, and heart.
From Event Line to Branding Session
After watching Shy paint and seeing how happy my kids were, I knew I wanted to work with her. I reached out and offered to create a branding session that would truly show the heart and color behind Diamond Lust Glitters.
We planned a studio shoot that felt playful and bright.
We used bold backdrops, soft dresses, and balloons scattered across the floor to mimic the energy of a party. I wanted the face paint colors to pop and feel alive—just like they do at real events when kids are running, laughing, and showing off their designs.
The whole set felt like stepping into a Lisa Frank world.
Every image was full of happiness. The colors felt magical. The designs made you smile without even realizing it. It was one of those sessions where you can truly feel the joy through the photos.
More Than Face Paint
This shoot wasn’t just about showing face paint.
It was about showing what Diamond Lust Glitters brings to events all over the East Valley of Arizona. Shy creates experiences kids remember. She creates moments parents photograph and save. She brings warmth, care, and genuine connection into every interaction.
One of Shy’s favorite parts of running her business is seeing returning families come back to see her again. Those moments mean everything to her, and you can feel that love in the way she works with every child.
Supporting Local, Creative Women
Photographing local creatives like Shy is one of my favorite parts of being a Gilbert, Arizona child and family photographer. Getting to support women-owned businesses and capture the passion behind what they do never gets old.
If you’re planning a party, school event, or community gathering and want something truly special, Diamond Lust Glitters brings magic every single time.
And if you’re a local business owner who wants branding photos that actually feel like you, I would love to help tell your story too.
Reach out anytime, and let’s create something colorful together.