Magazine

It's late summer at Maften Hall and the sun's rays are beaming down on the palatial grounds, bathing the estate in a warm and inviting glow. I know that might be hard to imagine right now as the Autumn rains continue shower the north east, but step inside this Belle Bridal shoot for a sneak peak at their upcoming wedding inspiration featuring luxury bridal makeup, timeless architecture and modern styling. Set in 300 acres of unique parklands, Maften Hall is Northumberland’s first and only 5 star hotel. As such that meant my job as MUA was to bring first-class products, techniques and finishes...


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Painless Magazine Summer Edition has launched and with it my latest feature, where I talk all about how you can use skincare and cosmetics to cultivate authentic confidence. I touch on the core values that run through all of my work, whether that's with Untitled No 1 and my Make-up Brush Range, as a bridal MUA, or even in my editorial and commercial work. It's a strong belief that beauty begins with emotion and feeling. It's a commitment to authenticity in every style I've ever created because it's rooted in those personal traits of raw spirit. When you use beauty as an extension of identity,...


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Belle Bridal have once again brought together the best of the North East's wedding industry to create the most luxurious catalogue of gasp worthy bridal inspiration. As the make-up artist on location for the cover shoot, it was such a pleasure as always to collaborate and make magic for Issue 29. For the look think sunshine and SUQQU, premier pigments and top shelf formulations painted with precision for a feminine soft summer fantasy. The light poured through the windows and across the charming grounds of North Yorkshire's incredible new wedding venue Forcett Hall Estate. The serene haven leant...


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Do you remember my January post about creating front cover worthy bridal make-up? Because, breaking news, Belle Bridal just made it even easier to get a closer look at that dreamy wedding cover shoot at North Yorkshire's Solberge Hall. As the bridal MUA on hand to create the outstanding glow for this campaign, I'm so excited to announce that Issue 28 of Belle Bridal Magazine is now available as a free digital download! Think interactive pages, videos and clickable links to all the best wedding suppliers in the North East, at your finger tips anywhere, anytime. Aisle inspo has never been better...


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This June Belle Bridal Magazine Issue 29 is launching, and you'll find bridal make-up by yours truly gracing the cover once again. Today I'm here to treat you to a small sneak preview of what you'll find inside! This incredible shoot took place at North Yorkshire's newest wedding venue that will be opening this summer. Sister venue to Kirkby Fleetham Hall, Forcett Hall Estate is a serene haven, with every square metre oozing charm and nestled peacefully amongst the English countryside.   These clips are a little slice of the heavenly oppulence that the next Belle Bridal Magazine will...


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Latest work published in F Word Magazine showcases the editorial talents of some of my favourite North East creatives. When we're not working on weddings, you'll find me, photographer Lee Scullion and hair stylist Gareth Lambert collaborating on projects that keep our artistic minds fresh. Whilst the context might be far fetched from my bridal work, the brief isn't so different. Giving model Idgie a warm natural glow that plays into the inviting nature of this shoot, Hummingbird. Designed to welcome your attention in to the present moment and see the beauty in now.   “Hummingbird teaches...


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The North East's finest source of bridal style inspo, Belle Bridal Magazine is back for its 28th issue and I'm sharing the makeup details so you can get your own front cover look. Embracing the Spring essence of this edition I'm ready to blast away the January blues here in County Durham. I really wanted to create a striking skin glow that would transport you to sunnier days by creating an eye catching highlight using the Weleda Skinfood Rich Intensive. The moisture rich formula swiped across the cheeks, shoulders and collar bones really gave those high points a healthy rejuvenated pop both on camera...


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Tilly is one person I truly admire in so many ways, so I was really excited to have the opportunity to be working with the Newcastle legend again as makeup artist for this editorial shoot by Pattern. Titled Radical Self Expression, its evident from our first shoot together when she was just 14 that Tilly has never been afraid to push the margins of celebrating individualism. Her personality and style is still just as iconic as the moment we met, she oozes determination, has an infectious zest for life and her endless positive energy fills every room she walks into. It's incredible to see other...


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In her latest column about her love of multi-use makeup sticks in Platinum Magazine, Makeup Artist Dottie Monaghan featured the Jo Leversuch Dense Foundation Brush! Using the creamy, buildable textures of foundations and blushers that come in a stick, Dottie highlights the Dense Foundation Brush as one of her top 3 ways to blend out her quick 5 minute makeup styles. When I created the Jo Leversuch Brush range it was with the aim to put the professional level touch in the hands of everyone, so it's amazing to see another incredible makeup artist recommend my brush for exactly that, an easy but professional...


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Bringing the freshest of faces to the north east shores of Saltburn sea front earlier this summer, North Yorkshire has never looked so balmy and blissful as it does in the glossy pages of the latest Sunday Girl Magazine. A brief rebranding as 'Sundae Girl' for the day, their catalogue of centering womanhood takes a sunny twist in their 14th release to celebrate the beauty and stylings of the season alongside the impressive ladies behind the artistry.   Featuring the iconic Pacittos, the dreamy shoot oozes a fun and cool energy as the gorgeous Vanessa & Imogen from Savalas Models...


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