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Tilly is one person I truly admire in so many ways, so I was really excited to have the opportunity to be working with the Newcastle legend again as makeup artist for this editorial shoot by Pattern. Titled Radical Self Expression, its evident from our first shoot together when she was just 14 that Tilly has never been afraid to push the margins of celebrating individualism. Her personality and style is still just as iconic as the moment we met, she oozes determination, has an infectious zest for life and her endless positive energy fills every room she walks into. It's incredible to see other...


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On Sunday the 22nd of September, night and day meet in equal length for the second time in 2024 as we crossed into Autumn here in the UK and the rest of the Northern Hemisphere. A historically celebrated phenomenon, at Untitled No1 we've been spending the last few weeks embracing the cultural significance of the equinox with open arms, ready for its renewing energy. Keep reading for our top three beauty & lifestyle picks to settle yourself in to the season ahead and what we're focusing on to stay connected. As Autumn breathes change into our environment, nature erupts anew in the sweetest...


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In her latest column about her love of multi-use makeup sticks in Platinum Magazine, Makeup Artist Dottie Monaghan featured the Jo Leversuch Dense Foundation Brush! Using the creamy, buildable textures of foundations and blushers that come in a stick, Dottie highlights the Dense Foundation Brush as one of her top 3 ways to blend out her quick 5 minute makeup styles. When I created the Jo Leversuch Brush range it was with the aim to put the professional level touch in the hands of everyone, so it's amazing to see another incredible makeup artist recommend my brush for exactly that, an easy but professional...


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May might almost be over, but there's never a bad time of year to use this months featured brush from the Jo Leversuch Collection. Whether you're concealing the woes of winter, highlighting ethereal spring skin or getting soft glam all summer and autumn long, the Concealer Brush can do it all. With soft touch precision hairs, the expertly designed fibres have been crafted for a controlled fine coverage to help you apply concealer like a seasoned pro, that's where it got it's name from. With my signature 'Queen of Skin' style in mind I wanted to make a brush that could elevate anyone's skin base...


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January 1st is often a day of interspection for a lot of us, as we consider our new years resolutions and personal goals for the coming 12 months. For me stepping in to 2024 I've been reflecting on a chance encounter that occurred late last year (isn't that weird saying that already!) that really left a lasting positive impression on my work to come. One of my favourite publications Sunday Girl held an incredible event bustling with other business women sharing their talents, and that's where I met Aisha of Write Yourself Well. As I sat and listened to her performance her artistry instantly resonated...


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A letter from Jo The Summer Solstice has arrived! As of the 21st of June, the Northern Hemisphere has officially entered the glorious season of sunshine and freedom. As we pass the half way point of 2023 it's a great time to reflect on the year so far, and a great time to induldge in a moment with us here at Untitled №1 as we embrace the months to come. What evokes an emotion for you during Summer time? The extra daylight hours bring with them a boost of serotonin, the renowned happy hormone, with it comes an abundance of feelings that arise as we pass the longest day of the year. Celebrate...


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The Hepburn vibes are back! This time it's for QP Jewellers and their amazing summer campaign, ready to showcase 2023's delicate gemstone pieces that bring a summery elegance to any look. You could say I'm on a bit of a roll with my Audrey inspiration right now after my work for the Belle Bridal Issue 26 cover, she truly honed and defined the perfect classy makeup look that had the perfect little touch of attitude.  That's why of course this look had to keep the pop of drama in the cat eye eyliner flick, using Stila's Stay All Day Eyeliner for that sharp definition. Taking a slightly different...


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After multiple decades working in the wedding industry creating bridal makeup all across the North East, I find myself asking, what is it that every bride needs? How can I create the tools to empower them to enjoy their wedding day without fuss? Using my years of expertise I always ensure I'm working with my brides to use the best products for them, products that leave a beautiful finish but are also going to stay looking fresh from AM to PM. However no makeup is ever bulletproof, and no wedding day is without its unforseen circumstances. Be it a typical British change of weather, an extra passionate...


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Floating free, this photoshoot for Sunday Girl Magazine issue 11 is capturing an unrestrained attitude, a sense of freedom. With an edgy modern punk makeup style to boot, I'll leave you with these words to reflect on, a poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley that the magazine aptly paired with these images. Higher still and higher From the earth thou springest Like a cloud of fire; The blue deep thou wingest, And singing still dost soar, and soaring ever singest In the golden lightning Of the sunken sun, O'er which clouds are bright'ning, Thou dost float and run; Like an unbodied joy whose race...


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It's been a weekend of celebrations here at Makeup By Jo! After working hard for decades in the wedding, commercial and editorial makeup industries it has been incredible to take all that I have experienced and channel it into my Jo Leversuch Makeup Brush range at Untitled №1. To have those very brushes that I poured my heart into creating now being sold online with Wolf & Badger is such an exciting development for which I am full to the brim with gratitude! Naturally we chose to launch last Friday the 5th as it was of course a full moon, and I am now officially part of the wonderful...


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