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This time of year it is all about glamour and creating the filmstar “red carpet look”.   You may be asking how can I achieve this look on my own?   In the latest edition of La Di Da Magazine I have showcased how you create this look using make-up from four top luxurious brands.   To create this look I used the following products: Skinbase:  YSL Le Touch Touch Eclat Foundation Eyes:  Tom Ford Eye Colour Quad in Seductive Rose Blusher: Guerlain Terracotta 4 Season Bronzer Powder in Sheer Blondes Lips:  Lancome Le Rouge L'Absolu in shade Rose Nuance Glitter...


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This week I wanted to share with you this amazing front cover image of the latest edition of La Di Da Magazine Winter Edition 2015 in which I was privileged to be given the amazing of designing and applying the make up. You can buy your copy in Fenwicks or WH Smiths or you can read it here Full Credits to: Photographer:  Rebecca Elizabeth Tate Hair:  Whiskeredhair Model:  Deeann of Tyne Tees Models Retouch:  Mike Valdez Follow my blog with Bloglovin


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Are you going out for the Christmas season and want to learn how to achieve the perfect smoky eyes? Why not book me for a private one to one lesson and I can teach you how to create the look.  Alternatively, you can get a group of your friends together and book a group lesson for a minimum of 4 people or book me for a special occasion make-up for the evening itself.   One-to-One Make-up Lessons
 £100.00 per person held at my home I have worked in the industry for many years and understand that we are inundated with products and not always sure how to use them. My make-up lessons...


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Are you struggling to decide what to give your special loved one for Christmas?   Why not buy a 2 hour one to one make up lesson to learn how to apply your own make up by a professional make up artist The lessons I hold are friendly, informal and interactive with plenty of hints and tips to take away with you. During your make-up lesson we will discuss your existing regime and look at new ideas on the application of your make-up from perfect day time to night time looks.   As a Christmas offer to YOU, if you purchase a lesson before Christmas Eve you will only pay £80.00...


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Make-up Demo by Jo Leversuch at The Coach House, Middleton Lodge On Thursday 10 December 2015 To celebrate the start of Christmas, The Coach House Head Mixologist Callum Farrand-Marsland will be hosting a cocktail masterclass. He will be showing guests how to make his favourite seasonal creations over the Christmas period. This cocktail party will also give you a chance to see me “in action”… an exclusive evening make-up demonstration on how to create the "through the key looks for the season, from scrumptious berry lips to striking golden eyes" which will be perfect for the up and coming...


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Many months ago I got the chance to work with Brett Harkness on one of his bridal training courses. During these courses Brett requires a make-up artist to create the look for the model throughout the day.   In a quick conversation he said… 'how about France in October?'   Well before I knew it October was nearly here and I was searching around for suitable looks and styling to create for his course in France. The course in France is held over 3 days for photographers who want the chance to learn some new techniques in the photography world. This had a fashion led element to it with some...


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This week I wanted to share with you this amazing front cover image of the latest edition of La Di Da Magazine Autumn Edition 2015. You can purchase La Di Da magazine online or in Fenwick Newcastle Whilst working at London Fashion Week in February 2015 I got a chance to work with Ariane Poole and use her new eyeshadow Tsarina.   Whilst Autumn is now upon us I wanted to create a smoky eye but using a different colour instead of the usual dark brown or black. Ariane Poole trio eyeshadow in Tsarina is a jewel coloured green ranging from a light green to a dark mossy colour. You can purchase...


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If  you read my blogs or follow me on the social media platforms you will see I am a huge fan of Charlotte Tilbury and I am spelled bound by this latest collection which has just been released - The Book of MakeUp Magic! I don’t really need to say much more about this amazing product other than buy it or put it on your wish list for Santa ! You will love it. THE BOOK OF MAKEUP MAGIC contains: Magic Cream 15 ml Take It All Off 15 ml Wonderglow 15 ml Multi Miracle Glow 15 ml Supermodel Body 15 ml Goddess Skin Clay Mask 15 ml Mini K.I.S.S.I.N.G Lipstick Matt Revolution Lipstick Lip...


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Whilst working at London Fashion Week I have to have my “must go” products in my kit. I need products that work and do what they say on the tin! REN Keep Young and Beautiful – Instant Firming Beauty Shot is one of those products in my kit. I use REN Keep Young and Beautiful Instant Firming Beauty Shot on myself as well as the models at London Fashion Week.   During the fashion weeks when everyone is busy with work, long hours, long schedules, the models flying across the world, the skin becomes tired and dull.   As soon as you apply on the skin, the skin looks instantly smoother and more...


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For my blog this week I wanted to share some exciting news with you - Pixiwoo have released their TWO magazine and showcased my work. I have personally followed Sam and Nic the duet sister's of Pixiwoo for many years.    Whilst being on the Val Garland course they was a live Q&A session for me to watch with the sisters.   During the video they talked about their passion for the magazine Two Magazine and i was thinking i have submitted my work, have they seen it yet?    And here it is! If you are reading this blog i am sure you have heard of Pixiwoo, if not, you really must have a look...


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