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In celebration of Steamcream which launched 15 years ago in Japan, I thought it was only fitting I took the time to write another blog here about one of my 'must have' products in my makeup kit, and how happy I am to see them flourishing a decade and a half on.   As you've probably heard me say, when a lot of the people I work with think of my name they also probably think of Steamcream - at this point we're synonymous. It's always funny hearing the models always saying “ Jo we know it's you, we can smell the Steamcream!".   To commemorate their 15 years in business...


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I'd like to invite you to join for an evening of delicious tea, canapés and makeup in this master class with me! We'll be chatting all things party season as the end of the year rolls around to get you feeling like your best self for all the upcoming festive events. Once again the wonderful Kip & Nook will be hosting us this time on the 24th of November for 2 hours of ??? Tickets are available via Eventbrite for £25 per person plus a small booking fee, get them here! I can't wait to see you, enjoy, Jo x


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One thing I'm certain I'll never tire of is the pride I feel each time I see my work gracing the front cover of Belle Bridal Magazine, it really is such a beautiful publication to be a part of producing and the creative time is always packed full of wonderful and talented people. This time its the groundbreaking 25th Anniversary edition. 25 Years of Belle Bridal serving the finest of the wedding industry on a platter ready to help you make the most best choices for the big 'I Do'. This magazine is a stunning example of what they've been doing so well all these years with over 250 pages of incredible...


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What a bride, what a wedding! Bride Hannah exuded a chic and cool energy, as you scroll through the amazing previews from Katy Melling you can tell that energy effortlessly flowed throughout the rest of her special day tying the knot with now husband Will. What I loved about working with Hannah for her bridal makeup was that her style for the day was the epitome of simplicity at it's very best. That's not to say there wasn't attention to detailing, it meant there was more attention to get those simple touches refined to perfection. It was a beautiful late September's day as Hannah...


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Another equinox inspired shoot from a few weeks back, as summer slipped into autumn END wanted to bring you a women's wardrobe refresh fit for the new season. Titled 'Best in Show' you best believe I brought my A game with the make-up to deliver END the uber natural look they love. Want to know more about how I achieve that minimalist glowing look? You can read it about it here and even find out about booking time with me to learn more! For this particular campaign I picked WBCo to keep the skincare fresh and light with brows that are groomed to perfection. Then a touch of Ariane Poole's complexion...


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Taking you behind the scenes for another exciting instalment of the journey for blossoming jewellery brand Nisha Halo, shooting for their latest advertising video campaign you'll get to see soon! Aside from make-up, I enjoyed getting extra involved on this occasion digging into the nitty gritty of the brand and its products as I interviewed Nisha herself and even had a little fun helping out with the clapper board!     If you don't remember last time I posted about Nisha Halo to introduce them to you, here's a quick low down. Lead by the influences of both darkness and light...


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This week I'm serving up a satin skin finish for a campaign with QP Jewellers! If you find yourself asking what has that got to do with wedding make-up, just take a look for yourself. The campaign exudes bridal beauty with an air of the ethereal, let this make-up inspire you for your own stunning rosy cheeked aisle style. As we enter into autumn I am forever taking my influences from nature. Switching things up with different SUQQU lipstick shades for each outfit but keeping everything else as is, a perfected skin base and a dark burgundy berry blush paying homage to the coming season. This equinox...


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It's time to let you into a little bit more of my work which doesn't relate to weddings. I love keeping up to date across all avenues in the make-up industry to ensure I'm always giving my brides the best that they can get. I've worked in this field for such a long time now and it never bores me, there's always fresh ideas, concepts and products arriving in unexpected corners of the make-up world and I am so grateful my varied work has given me such a wealth of experiences that I can then pass on to my brides. I've posted about this brand here before but if you're new here then let me introduce...


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This Monday I'm taking a break from my regular blog content to commemorate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. As she is laid to rest today after over 70 years of service I feel it is important to take time to pay tribute. Coming from a military family many of my loved ones served the Queen, I'll never forget when my own Dad was awarded his MBE, a memory I shall cherish today as I reflect. My thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family and all those around the world who mourn today. Jo x


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It's their birthday issue and what's better than one cover - two!! I was honoured to work on the BEKA cover edition of issue 10 that you can order here, It's limited edition so don't hesitate if you want one. This wonderful mag is jam packed with amazing content that teams of artists have worked their socks off to create as a stunning representation of what 'Sunday Girl' means, I promise you're gonna love it.   If you're not familiar with gracious cover star BEKA, you should be. This delightful and uber talented musican has the most beautiful soul, the set was full of her fun loving...


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