Makeup

I have had so many proud moments in my career but this has well and truly hit the top of my list. Over the years I have used and adored Soap Brow whilst I watched West Barn Co, the family run business that produces it, grow from strength to strength. They have really come into their own with some brilliant products for both professional make-up artists and everyday consumers who just love make-up! For this shoot I was hired by WBCo as they wanted to update their website and social media with some new and exciting products which will be launching soon. Being part of this team and this...


Continue Reading »

This week's blog is something super fun, it's so cool to look back over at the final product now it's been released. Recently I joined the team over at END. for a shoot paying homage to the phoenix-like resurgence of the OG Nike Dunk throughout 2020. They've opted to use a yearbook style format to cast each pair in a manner that emulates the varisty nostalgia they so deserve as the 'Class of 2020'. After all 35 years in the making this franchise is still going from strength to strength continuing its legacy and the rich culture behind them. For me my task was to work along side the production...


Continue Reading »

After dipping into my new Delilah Cosmetics goodies the week before for my first shoot with Roxoa for QP Jewellers I was super excited to use Delilah again for our second shoot with Scarlet Ocean. I remember spying in the package the perfect red for this Christmas themed shoot, what's a better festive make-up statement than rocking a bold red lip in December to get you in the celebratory spirit.   Perfectly named floozy, it oozes fun and confidence that's packed with pigment which is true to colour to match your favourite Christmas decs and give rudolph a run for his money. I love the way these...


Continue Reading »

It's less than a week until you will find me and an abundance of other amazing wedding suppliers live and at your fingertips at The Big Virtual Wedding Show. Thanks to the killer team over at Belle Bridal who have professionally produced this event, there will be people from every corner of the wedding industry live, showcasing their magic and ready to connect with you. We're ready to share with you an innovative virtual experience like no other in Northern wedding show history. Come meet us all on the Sunday the 29th of November between 11am-2pm. If you ask me, it's an absolute bargain...


Continue Reading »

As a make-up artist and all around lover of cream textures on the skin I have been on the quest to find the perfect cream based shade of burgundy. On my hunt high and low to find something to replace my sadly discontinued favourite Bobbi Brown shade, I came across Jillian Dempsey. I was lucky enough that they sent me over a selection of their lid and cheek tints to try my hand at not only for myself but as I am always looking for new exciting additions to pop in my work kit for my upcoming projects. As you may know by now I often like to get my hands involved when applying make-up,...


Continue Reading »

It's so great to already have work coming out that I've been part of post Lockdown no 1, it was safe to say I was raring to get started on this shoot that was booked in just as work opened back up again for MUA's. So to now see the final results in the limelight is such a proud moment and a reminder to keep me going through the potential woes of lockdown no 2 whilst we figure out how that affects work again. Anyway focusing on something beautiful to uplift the spirits is always a welcome distraction from 2020, so here's my latest work on the QP Jewellers photo shoot for their Autumn Winter 2020...


Continue Reading »

Dook Soaps In my downtime lately I've been doing lots of research on my new business venture Untitled No 1, trying to make the most of all the time at home and turn it into something positive. There will be more on my new venture in due course that I can't wait to share with you. Until then I want to show you some of the lovely brands I have come across just like Dook Soaps; everything about them captivated me and I knew I had to try them! Did you know about the word 'Dook' and what it means?   Dook is a small independent company based in Edinburgh who are proud to approach the beauty...


Continue Reading »

Whilst the wedding industry continues to be under pressure in the current Covid crisis, it never ceases to amaze me to see people in the industry still making incredible content within the limitations. The latest AW20 issue of Belle Bridal Magazine is an amazing page turner full of awe inspiring wedding inspiration and advice to remind us that the celebration of love never ends. Whether you're thinking of tying the knot soon or planning ahead for when you can host a much larger day you should totally pick up a copy. For a sneak peek inside here's my latest feature. Whilst usually it's my make-up...


Continue Reading »

Yep that's right, I've been back at it again with my favourite musical duo Talk Like Tigers and I'm bringing you the behind the scenes to see our day full of 80's synth pop, glitter and glam! If you hadn't already read my earlier blog about working on their last shoot then you will have missed me raving about how much I adore this rising indie-pop dream team of sisters Charlotte & Stephanie. For this shoot we were creating looks to film their music video for latest release 'Annabel's Calling' which you can watch down below! Whilst they're bring some serious throwback vibes with their...


Continue Reading »

Make-up by Jo selected as one of the UK's top 50 Wedding MUAs! Catch me on the North East segment of Go Hen's latest UK Top 50 Wedding Make-up Artists featuring the best of the best for 2020. Whilst Go Hen usually focus on rounding up the most exciting up and coming ideas for your Stag and Hen parties, they also blog about other top tips for your big day. Truly a one stop shop for all your wedding wants and desires! At the start of this month I was lucky enough to feature in their listicle of the best wedding make-up artists 2020 has to offer. It's a warm and welcome commendation in trials...


Continue Reading »