Weddings

Throughout this article I speak about a gorgeous bubbly bride, Verity, whom I met a few months ago.  Verity has some amazing ideas for her wedding make-up.  You can read the full article here Full Credit to: Photographer:  GASP Photography Videographer:  Richard Leng of RL FILMS Co - CLICK HERE to watch the amazing video now Hair:  Vintage Tinsel


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The inspiration for the make-up came from the Hollywood glamour of 1940’s with the strong emphasis on highlight, contour and sculpting of the cheekbones with strong defined eyes and lips. The image for the front cover of the magazine was to be printed in black and white but there is one colour to view as well. This enables to see the difference in the depth of application of make-up in colour to enable the look to convert to black and white. Full credit to: Photographer: Stan Seaton Hair: Dianne Minnes Dress supplied by Poppy Bridal Darlington Make-up used: Illamasqua Satin Primer...


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This recent image was used for the latest Look Magazine for the week of 26th April 2013.   The photo shoot was for Rock n Rose and their new collection of fun retro sunglasses which you can purchase on their website www.rocknrose.co.uk         How did i achieve this look for the shoot? The focus was all on the lips which needed to be prepared before any lipstick was applied. 1.  Make sure the lips have been exfoliated 2.  Use a lip balm to nourish the lips in particular when you apply a strong pigmented coloured lipstick 3.  Blot the excess amount...


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One of the current looks in fashion at the moment is inspiration from 1960's with the iconic looks from Twiggy and Jean Shrimpton.   This look was inspired by the latest campaigns from Tom Ford.                                                   I wanted to share with you the products i used to create this look.  You must excuse the working sheet and my handwriting.     To...


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  Wanted to share with you a behind the scenes shoot and video that i was involved in for Darlington Weddings Spring Summer 2013 Magazine as seen below on the front cover.                             Darlington Weddings SS/13 shoot from richardleng.com on Vimeo.     The make-up i used on the shoot to achieve the look are:   Face:   SteamCream Moisturiser Ariane Poole Retexturizing Primer Ariane Poole Mineral Tint...


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Spring is upon us...the snowdrops are popping out and the nights are getting lighter with a glimmer of sunshine on some days.   The shops are filling up with Spring/Summer clothes, magazine are full of the new looks to achieve for this season and plans to change your look and have a spring clean of make-up is perfect this time of year.   There are many key trends for Spring/Summer 2013 make-up but the main ones are strong lips and the colour pink.  I wanted to use the inspiration from the catwalks of the key trends but wanted the make-up to be wearable for everyday use.  I have...


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Are you in the process of deciding whether to hire a professional make-up artist for your wedding day or if you should save some money and apply your own make-up.   When contemplating these thoughts, ask yourself the following questions   Do you know how to apply make-up to bring out your best features in order to get the best results on your wedding photography? Do you know how much make-up to put on to show up on your wedding photos? Do you know how to correct any flaws in the skin ie dark circles, redness without having layers upon layers of foundation and concealer...


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I came across Rimmel London and Kate Moss lipsticks when i was Head Make-up artists at  Graduate Fashion week in London of June 2012.  Rimmel London has changed immensely over the years and is getting better with key products.  My favourite products are Kate Moss Matt Lipstick and Kate Moss Lasting Finish Lipstick.   The rich creamy texture of these lipsticks applied with a lipbrush go on a dream and are so easy to apply.  The depth of colours and choice of colours are suitable for most complexions.   My favourite colours at the moment are 05, 08, 22, 101 Price...


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I wanted to share with you a wonderful testimonial from a Bride who i met last year.    I worked closely with a talented photographer Claire of Burns Rowatt Photography.   As quoted by the Bride. CLAIRE WAS OUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND SHE IS FAB. SHE PUT US AT EASE FROM OUR INITIAL MEETING AND ‘GOT’ ME AND HOW I WANTED THE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHED AND HOW TO MAKE ME LOOK NICE (I'M NOT A DRESS PERSON). AS PART OF THE PACKAGE WE GOT A FREE ENGAGEMENT SHOOT WHICH IS A BRILLIANT IDEA – YOU GET TO SAMPLE HOW IT IS TO BE PHOTOGRAPHED ON THE DAY AND SO YOU KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT. IT WAS ACTUALLY...


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Stuck on ideas what to buy for Christmas? I wanted to share with you my favourite 12 items of make-up perfect for Christmas presents for friends and family members.  The make-up items i have chosen are all under £20.00 and vary from brand to brand.   1.  Bobby Brown Long Wear Gel Eyeliner This award winning gel liner gives you the look of a liquid liner.  It is easy to apply with a brush and is water-resistant.   Black is perfect for those wonderful "cat flick" eyes perfect for News Years Eve   2.  Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour  These chubby...


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