In a sea of bright and fanciful wedding photography that is gorgeous in its own right, Nigel John brings to life a different energy in his images. Having worked with him in 2019 twice for the weddings of two gorgeous brides I got the opportunity to see him work his magic and the mesmerising images that were produced after the fact. There is such a deep and earthy feel to what he captures that really feels as if you are in a poignant moment with his subjects when you're viewing them. Just a quick scroll through his Instagram is enough to make you instantly fall in love with his work. There were...
Feeling inspired this week by a quote I wanted to share with you all by Edgar Allan Poe, from his poem 'A Dream Within A Dream':
"All that we see or seem is but a dream within a dream"
I felt this was a fitting thought to ponder on whilst I show you these pensive shots of some dreamy make-up. These shots were taken in Staithes, North Yorkshire and the make-up I have created was influenced by a 1960's vibe. I used one of my all time favourite products in my kit which is the Ariane Poole Ultimate Face Tint to really add to the model's already gorgeous complexion to give it a glowing flawless...
It's Christmas Eve and 2018 is soon coming to a close so I wanted to share with you a set of gorgeous images from one of my last bits of work this year.
However first I wanted to take a moment to reflect on how grateful I am for the work I have had the opportunity to be part of in the last 12 months. To have graced the pages of beautiful magazines such as Jules B, Belle Bridal, La Di Da and Unveiled. To have participated in workshops talks, demos in the UK sharing and doing work to support the wonderful charity the Teenage Cancer Trust. I have been so lucky to travel working fashion shows...
I wanted to share with you some images and a short film from my latest work with designer Pepe Lowe. The clothing brand features simple yet contemporary basics which are made out of 100% silk. I used the makeup to create an elegant yet effortless look to compliment the style of clothing that Pepe Lowe designs.
To create the look I used
Skincare:
Clarins Beauty Flash Balm
Evolve Daily Renew Natural Face Cream
Bioderma Sensibio H20 Solution
Make-up:
Ariane Poole Ultimate Face Tint
Ariane Poole Mineral Illuminator Pen
Rodial Glamobrow Pencil
Hair:
Oribe Matte Waves Texture Lotion
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I am excited to be part of the launch this month for a new magazine called DW.
I am so proud to have created the front cover of the magazine and also to have had an interview with the editor.
Read the attached article and find a bit more of a personal side of Jo behind the brand of Make-up by Jo
Enjoy x
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A few months ago I got to work alongside an amazing team to create this image. The brief I received was to achieve the most natural beauty look. I wanted to really look at the products I used and create the look with minimal amount of products and ease so you all could create this look.
Top key five products I used.
1. Moisturiser: Steamcream
2. Skinbase: Ariane Poole Ultimate Face Tint Primer Medium
3. Concealer: Amazing Cosmetics Amazing Concealer Medium Beige and Tan Golden
4. Highlighter: Kiko Radiant Touch
5. Blusher: Charlotte Tilbury Beach Stick Es Verda
How...
Lartington Hall is like one of those hidden gems in the beautiful area of Barnard Castle. You drive down a long dramatic driveway surrounded by trees and wow you arrive at the entrance with breathtaking amount of marble flooring and floor to ceiling mirrors. You curve round the corner of the hallway and are welcomed by subtle colours of French duck egg blue and the most exquisite furniture.
I have been sitting here trying to decide how to describe this wedding, the only words I can think of is “celebrity wedding oozing with style “
Kyleigh, the bride, was just breathtakingly beautiful...
About twice a year I get to work for Katy of What Katy Did Next. I always get excited when she sends me a message to ask if I am available for a photo shoot for her latest collections.
Katy has an amazing talent of creating some fabulous creations in headpieces as well as necklaces (which I have many in leather pieces) to the full length church veils
The latest collection “The New Botanical” is a mixture of using textures of rose gold and bronze.
To compliment her beautiful collection I wanted to create a look that would suit both models on a similar aspect. Some of the looks I used...
This is another sneak peek behind the scene image taken on my iphone yesterday whilst working on a two day shoot with Hair: Mastered with the hair extraordinaire SAM MCKNIGHT. What an true honour to be part of the team and to be able to create make-up for the shoot.
Make-up used to create the look:
Moisturiser: STEAMCREAM
Skinbase: Ariane Poole Cosmetics ultimate face tint
Highlighter: Kiko Milano
Eyes: Too Faced Cosmetics and CHANEL
Blusher: Charlotte Tilbury
Lips: Lipstick Queen
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I initially met Sarah’s Mum ( Liz) at Middleton Lodge Christmas event and we happened to chat about wedding make-up. As Sarah lives in London we arranged the trial when she was visiting family in the dark winter month of February. We discussed at great lengths how Sarah wanted to look on her Wedding Day and took inspiration from some of the beauty icons of Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn.
Come Springtime on their Wedding Day at Middleton Lodge, I arrived at my favourite wedding venue Middleton Lodge and favourite Bridal Suite, the Oak Room, which has three huge Georgian windows with plenty...