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Last week that crazy heat wave we were having struck during a major photoshoot I was working on with Belle Bridal Magazine. Working on set on the hottest day of the year was certainly challenging but getting to see the location in all its glory in the sunshine, the gorgeous lavender sunsets and the incredible work the team pulled together made it all worth it. Not to mention all the laughs, wine and cheese we had along the way! Our set for the few days was the magnificent Chateau Challain, a perfect fairytale chateau in the south western region of France. Built in 1854 by one of the most renowned...


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Collectible Dry is an online platform focused on fashion, art and beauty content which reputes itself for its unendorsed points of view and being a place where meaning prevails over an overload of the repeatable. They also create fantastic content for their magazine which has just launched it's Issue 11, inside the pages of which you can find an ultra stylish Kenzo editorial I created the make-up looks for. Take a look below for the Images, what I used and what Kenzo pieces the models are wearing! What I Used: Nars Rodial Bioderma Ren Skincare Rose printed taffeta                                                                  Taffeta...


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After spending a week catching my breath and getting back up to speed with my work back here in the UK I wanted to take time to post a final peak into my life during show season. As always with its been a busy yet rewarding few weeks, I'm always grateful for the opportunity to work on teams with talented creatives refining my skills and creating my signature perfected skin looks for the designers. Here are some pictures from behind the scenes in London, Milan and Paris which capture a day in the life of Jo on catwalk shows. From a rare day off in sunny Paris to garment close ups and snaps of products...


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It's that super busy time of the year again for me working backstage at fashion week this February in London and Milan with Paris quickly approaching. Here are some final make-up looks so far from teams I have been working with and proud to be a part of, I hope you enjoy them!   MA Fashion LCF Some BTS shots for my first show in London working in a team with Maria Comparetto using REN. Model: Huijun   loomloop A very colourful London show on which I helped create 'kaleidoscope eye' looks on a team with Maria Comparetto using Suqqu. Products used included the Blooming...


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2019 has started and we are already now in the 3rd week of January already, I've been busy getting stuck into a new year of exciting and creative work. My latest and first piece I wanted to share with you this year is my work on some looks with award winning hairdresser Marcus King of King and I. To create the looks for these images I wanted to keep the focus on a very natural appearance as it was all about hair that Marcus has created for this photoshoot. One of the images for example I wanted to really showcase the models natural freckles and have caught some behind the scenes showcasing me using...


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I always have such a varied aspect of work but I wanted to share with you my latest front cover. It's always exciting to work with a team to create a magazine cover and this time it was for Jules B which I adore.  I had the pleasure of working on the autumn winter 2018 edition which is showcasing some of this seasons coolest and boldest outerwear for staying warm and cosy! You can check out the full magazine online here for free. If you see anything you like in these images the online magazine has a really handy click through shopping feature too. I created the looks for the front cover...


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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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I have been sitting here for a while trying to express in words how I feel being picked to assist backstage with Val Garland for ISSA Spring Summer 2016 collection. I can honestly say I am speechless - which is rare for me! After completing the four month intense course with Val Garland School of Make-up during the summer months which during that time I got to submit briefs set by i-D magazine ( where I was shortlisted for my work), Preen, Vivienne Westwood, Matthew Williamson and NARS.   At the end of the course I could put my name down to be picked to work backstage with Val Garland on the ISSA...


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NARS Award Winning Blusher in “Orgasm” The Cult Classic and Award Winning Blusher   How to use NARS Blusher This peachy pink colour is suitable for fair to medium skin tones.  Apply this blusher with a blush brush by using a soft circular motion to the apple part of the cheeks to create a “flushed effect” or alternatively use the blusher to sculpt the face on the cheekbones.   Why I Love This Product A wonderful colour to use all year round and there is a slightly delicate shimmer to the product.   The blusher is so easy to apply to the cheeks which leaves a natural...


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Recently i have bought two purchases Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour Balm and NARS Soft Touch Crayon Shadow Pencil.   Both these items are so easy to apply and have wonderful textures and colour choices for all year round.   Clinique Chubby Sticks Moisturising Lip Colour Balm - I purchased Chunky Cherry 05   Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm is a lip treatment with sheer colour that relieves dry, cracked lips and provides immediate moisturisation.   When i stood at the Clinique counter i was taken aback by how many colours to choose from...i stood...


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