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14th January wedding

shahnaz — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 16:10:47 +0000

An early start this morning for TheMakeupGirl Team, we were at The Inn Woburn – Beds to beautify the lovely bride Sarah and her bridal party of 3 bridesmaids and mum-of-groom (MOG) The ceremony was taking place at the Abbey and then the reception at The Sculpture Gallery. A gorgeous, crisp, sunny day.

Sarah chose to wear her hair part up with loose curls. Her complexion was flawless, Sarah doesn’t usually wear any make up so didn’t want to look plastered on her wedding day! She wanted to look radiant and beautiful and still remain recognisable by here guests and most importantly by her groom (James)

Congratulations Sarah & James, we wish you a very happy future together as Mr & Mrs

Hertfordshire’s Premier Make up Artist

shahnaz — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:32:43 +0000

Recently The Make up Girl was short listed for a Wedding Industry Award. We were the only Hertfordshire based makeup and hair business short listed. Hopefully next year we aim to win the award for our region, by continuing to provide an exceptional service to our brides and their parties! If you are getting married and need advice on creating the perfect look for you then contact us ASAP for a free consultation.

Organic Make-up Photoshoot

shahnaz — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:56:47 +0000

On a recent shoot I had to leave my usual make up range behind and use a
brand of products that had been chosen for the photo shoot. This was a project
for Freja Magazine due to be launched next year. The photographer Ester Keate
wanted to create flawless, organic, natural images of our model in the nude
against a nude backdrop. My job as a make up artist is to stick to brief and
create the look my client has requested.

The make up range that I used is called Une the company that make Bourjois
make up are behind this range of 99.9% organic and free from chemical range. I
can tell you that is was an interesting shoot! The model arrived full of cold,
red raw nose, quite a few pimples and of course not being able to use my usual camouflage
or corrective make up that I carry for emergencies such as this….I did have a
mild panic! But after quite a lot of foundation; liquid and cream foundation
from this range I managed to create a flawless finish. It did take a lot longer
than it would if I was using MAC or MUF foundation but this shoot was all about
looking natural using natural.

So, this makes me wonder – what goes into “regular” make up that
makes it so creamy, so blend-able and rich in pigment, texture, colour,
life….???

Fashion shoot with Anastajia and lingerie designer Artemis South

shahnaz — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:55:55 +0000

I love my job, I love the variety of clients and projects I am asked to work with. No two weeks are the same. Last week as well beautifying my lovely brides, I was asked to make up 12 models for a video shoot in Islington, and the week before a lingerie and swimwear shoot with an up and coming designer Rae-Emily Smith for Artemis South. Here are a few pictures from that shoot – enjoy!

LK Bennett Make-up Event

shahnaz — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:44:30 +0000

We had fun offering express make up sessions for LK Bennett customers in St Albans on Saturday 29th October. If you too would like to host your own Make-up Party with expert make up advice and tips from the professionals then get in touch! We can provide bespoke themed events too, Boudoir, Vintage, Hollywood Glam etc etc. http://makeupgirlstudio.co.uk

New Bridal Hair & Makeup Course Launched!

shahnaz — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 09:36:41 +0000

We are excited about our new 6 Day Bridal Hair & Make up Course, everything you need to know about specialising in beautifying brides from the traditional to the contemporary. This course is suitable for existing make up artists, hairdressers and beauty therapists. However if you are a beginner then you must complete our Foundation Makeup Diploma first before moving on to this specialist course. Dates for Jan/Feb 2012 can be found on the website click here.

Successful Students

shahnaz — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 09:44:19 +0000

I am proud of my students from the past courses as they are now either working with me, booking their own make up jobs or have successfully obtained work within the beauty industry. Some of the recently qualified make up artists that work with me on a regular basis are; Chloe Hiskett – is based in Harpenden, Bina Tanna – is from South London and quite frequently travels across to St Albans/Herts to help out! As well as Joey Hargreaves – Joey is from Potters Bar and is always available to help. Watch this space for a video link to their testimonials coming soon.

If you are interested in becoming a make up artist and hairstylist follow this link. http://makeupgirltraining.co.uk

Studio Site goes Live

shahnaz — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 07:30:41 +0000

Finally the Make up Studio website is live! Visit www.makeupgirlstudio.co.uk for details on the services on offer.

The Studio

shahnaz — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:17:22 +0000

There have also been some exciting developments with the Studio! It has had a much needed makeover and is now a chic and stylish boutique, functional yet comfortable and welcoming. Open to clients by appointment only Mon-Sun (no I don’t need a day off – days off are for wimps…lol)

The Make up Girl Studio website should go live this week very exciting. On offer there are make up lessons from day looks to full on glamour, DIY eyelash enhancements application, how to create a salon professional hairstyle in minutes as well as tips on how to dress for your body shape, size and how to put an outfit together for an occasion or day to day. We also offer Hen Party Makeovers, Make up Parties for Groups, these make great corporate events and special birthday parties (30^th, 40^th)

If you feel you or someone you know could benefit from any of the services on offer then send them to the Makeup Girl Studio conveniently located in the heart of St Albans town at 26 London Road, St Albans AL1 1NG – next to Perfection Bridal.

A Busy Summer

shahnaz — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:13:10 +0000

It’s been somewhat of a manic summer, between May-September there have been a massive 55 weddings that have taken place all those gorgeous brides that have been beautified along with their bridesmaids and mums! Grand venues have been visited around Herts, Beds, Bucks, London, and Essex. I have managed to avoid numerous traffic jams with my amazing organisational skills and always having a Plan B and C at hand.

I have had a few great assistants help me this summer – thank you ladies! You have all been great. I would like to add that my assistants trained with me at http://makeupgirltraining.co.uk in the Intensive Make-up Diploma. (Assistants -Bina Tanna, Chloe Hiskett and Joey Hargreaves)