Fashion

I am thrilled to be Beauty Expert for Unveiled Magazine which has just been launched for the wedding season this month. As well as my work being showcased on the front cover of the magazine I have also written an article for the first edition outlining a step by step guide on how to create the look using Charlotte Tilbury make-up.   You can get your hands on a copy at all major wedding fayres throughout the North East or contact them direct on www.darlingtonweddings.co.uk for information of wedding fayres. Credit to Make-up used on the shoot: Charlotte Tilbury Photographer : Fyzal...


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I have been trying out a new cream blusher over the last couple of weeks on myself and my clients. I can hear you all say 'cream blusher they fade away in the skin, don’t last, feel sticky and tacky on the skin, you never get the colour you want'. Not this product. The Charlotte Tilbury Beach Sticks are a revelation. This cream turned balm mix of smoothing ingredients, glowing pigments of colour and light reflecting particles are so easy to use on the cheeks and an added bonus is the sticks can be used on the lips as well. The five glorious shades just remind you of summertime: Formentera...


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I am lucky as my job is so varied and I always get excited when I am involved in photo shoots. These are superb chances to get creative plus get the chance to also work alongside some amazing talented people. Karen Bell Editor of Belle Bridal Magazine contacted me many months' ago to arrange a shoot on a cold rainy day at GASP Photography Studio in Darlington. The inspiration was all about large and I mean large summer flowers by Wild and Wonderful for the latest magazine. In the Belle Bridal Spring Summer 2014 magazine there is a 10 page coverage of my work. If you haven’t managed to get your...


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Its this time of year to start wearing some red lipstick to support a worthy cause Red Lippy Project. My personal choice will be either Lipstick Queen in shade Medieval or By Terry Fanatic Red number 203 which is shown on the image below….. look out for the selfies!!!! Credits for this image to: Image taken by GASP Photography, Scarf by Redana Studio Hair by Hair by James Reid    .. oh and make-up by Moi!!!! Get your favourite lipstick out from 8th June to 14th June 2014 and post your Red Lippy Project selfie on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter along with the hashtags #redlippyproject...


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During the month of January I spent two days on location at a photo shoot with a team of photographers and videographer from CCAD ( Cleveland Art and Design) at Hartlepool. I was prepped beforehand regarding the looks that CCAD were trying to achieve for the Degree Guide. During the course of the two days we were in and around the campus at Hartlepool, on the beach and the famous HMS Trincomalee ship to find the right location for each image to suit the clothing.  All the clothing was designed by previous students from CCAD. All our  images can be seen in the Degree Guide and my work is shown...


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Once a month I meet up with the famous Holly Hagan from the hit MTV Geordie Shore series, which is airing Series 7 very soon. The photoshoot is to showcase Holly's latest collection with The Fashion Bible. This particular day we were shooting on location with photographer Jade Turnbull at the Ebony Champagne and Cocktail Bar in Durham. I have chosen some behind the scene images so you can see me applying all Illamasqua make-up on Holly before the shoot begins. Listed below are the products used on the day. Illamasqua Satin Primer Illamasqua Skin Base Foundation to highlight...


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What an amazing opportunity I had in February the chance to work as part of a make-up team headed up by Amanda Bell at London Fashion Week for Fashion Designer Emaliomada. The brief for the make-up was neutral skin foundation, brows to be defined with a straight masculine feel and lashings of reds, oranges and golds for the eyes with a final touch of nude lips. The location One Mayfair London. The images I have selected are behind the scene with me working with my gorgeous model   Full Credits to: All the images were taken by duo team by Carro Wynyard Fashion designer Emaliomada Here...


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What does a make-up artist do on her birthday? I get to work on an exciting studio shoot with some fabulous creatives. Every couple of months I meet up with the two owners of Rock N Rose and photographer Richy Leeson who are all young, enthuastic and full of ideas. Rock N Rose is a huge success online with their own website and featuring on ASOS plus celebrities from Pixie Lott wearing their pieces. The theme for this collection with disco/1970’s/boho inspired with a modern twist.                        Full Credits to: Photographer Richy Leeson Headpieces and jewellery...


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I am delighted to be able share with you some of the images on the Rock My Wedding blog showcasing the 'Reign Collection' by Katy Howesion of What Katy Did Next.  We had a great day on this photo shoot and so pleased with the how the make up looked for the photos. Read the whole blog here What Katy Did Next's Reign Collection from Katy on Vimeo. Photographer Sally Thurrell Photography Designer What Katy Did Next Make Up Artist Make-up by Jo Hair Kara Scott Hair Stylist Video by Jade Turnbull Models Katherine Lees and Mumbi Masisi  


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I was asked by the designer of the The Beehive Brand, Andrea Freeman, to work alongside her new collection. The Beehive Brand has deep routes with Patons and Baldwins factory in Darlington and the inspiration for the makeup on this location shoot was to have a fresh modern twist on inspired make up from the 1950s.  You can read the full article here on pages 17 - 20 Credit to Brand:  The Beehive Brand Photographer : Keith Moss Photography using Phase One Camera Make-up: Jo Leversuch of Make-up by Jo Hair: James Reid of Be Premiere Hair Film: Luke and Sam of Thousand Yard Films Model:...


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