JAMES REID

My last blog of the year I wanted to celebrate some beauty work which I created for the front cover of La Di Da Magazine. If you are unable to get your hands on a copy click on the link below: http://www.ladida.co.uk/magazine/   Check out Page 12 for another glimpse of another look created using blue eyeshadow perfect for New Year's Eve party. I wanted to create the look with colour and emphasis on 1980’s inspired look ready for the Spring/Summer of 2017 which is in our horizon very soon. The look is all about colour but instead of the strong 1980’s pink blusher I opted to use the Instaglam...


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Twice a year I work with a fabulous and exciting young brand called Rock N Rose.  Their collections are based on boho and rock chick looks with an array of jewellery and accessories perfect for every occasion. I wanted to show you a peek of some of the images showcasing what you can purchase and a behind the scene video           Full credit to the Team: Rock N Rose Richy Lesson Photographer James Reid Whiskered Hair   Make-up used to create the looks by: Kiko Too Faced Rimmel UK Follow my blog with Bloglovin


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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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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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Products used to create this look are: Foundation: Estee Lauder Double Wear Light Concealer: Ariane Poole Conceal and Contour Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze and Glow Eyeshadow: Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette The Rebel Eyeliner: Illamasqua Precision Gel Eyeliner Lipstick: Laura Mercier Crème Smooth Lip colour in Palm Beach   Full Credits to: Photographer: Rebecca Elizabeth Tate
 Hair:  James Reid Stylist: Harriet Moiser Model: Lauren Marshall Headpiece: What Katy Did Next Follow my blog with Bloglovin


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Products used to create this look are: Foundation: Estee Lauder Double Wear Light Concealer: Ariane Poole Conceal and Contour Bronzer: Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze and Glow Eyeshadow: Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Palette Vintage Vamp Eyeliner: Illamasqua Precision Gel Eyeliner Lipstick: Giorgio Armani Rouge d’armani rouge 400   Full Credits to: Photographer: Rebecca Elizabeth Tate
 Hair:  James Reid Stylist: Harriet Moiser Model: Lauren Marshall Headpiece: Rosie Willett Follow my blog with Bloglovin


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A couple of times a year I get to work alongside talented photographer Brett Harkness who offers training courses throughout the United Kingdom and France to existing photographers who want to learn some new skills in the camera world. One of the training courses is held at Middleton Lodge which for me is one of my Top 5 venues to visit and to get married…. it's a hidden gem in North Yorkshire. Tracy Kidd photographer was on the course yesterday and I have had the pleasure of working with her on studio shoots over the last year. Tracy has such a good eye at capturing people and I just love...


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I wanted to have a “healthy look” on the skin during the lead up to the autumnal months ahead. I created this look for some of my latest work with photographer Rebecca Elizabeth Tate and hairdresser James Reid        Make-up used Firstly I covered the skin in a superb night time oil called Superskin Concentrate by Liz Earle to create this overall healthy look and glow. Foundation Sheer Skin Tint Concealer Light Reflecting Concealer Blusher Healthy Glow Cream Blusher in Shade 03 Eyeshadow Signature Eye Colour Golden Sand 09 Mascara Lash Care Intensify Base in Black Lipstick Signature...


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