HARTFORD, Wis. — A Milwaukee-area makeup artist says she's still waiting to be paid more than $500 for wedding services she provided two months ago, and she's likely not alone.

Francesca Cianciolo has worked as a freelance makeup artist for the last decade, finding most of her clients through social media connections.

"A lot of people are going through social media now to find vendors," Cianciolo said.

That's how she connected with a business called Mila Artistry, operated by a woman named Tai.

"I was reached out to initially in August, saying, 'Hey, I'm looking for someone to do this wedding, and someone cancelled. I love your work,'" Cianciolo explained.

Cianciolo received a contract and pictures of the bride ahead of time. She completed the makeup services and was paid the followin

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