​Inspired by my own pregnancy, I am often asked about makeup for maternity photo shoots, so I thought I would put together a quick blog for those mammas who decide to do their own makeup for their shoot. I have also included a small section on how to get those famous maternity Goddess locks!

​With over 15 years experience working as a Bridal Makeup Artist, I thought it would be a great idea to give you 10 most asked questions that my Brides ask me, so here you are. Enjoy!

Booking in a Makeup Artist for your wedding is a HUGE deal! I say this not because I am a Makeup Artist, I say this because your Makeup Artist will have big impact on how you look and feel on your wedding day. If everything else on your wedding day turned out great but your face took on more of a Courtney Love look rather than a sultry smokey eye, how would this impact the rest of your day? Your wedding photos will last for generations and so will the makeup portrayed in them. I don't say this to scare you, I say this because its the simple truth. Do your research, find the right Makeup Artist for you, don't just settle for an Artist who is cheaper. Makeup Artists come in variations of specialisation, levels of artistry skill, degrees of professionalism and different styles of work. Here are my tips on what to look for...

If you have an interest in makeup and beauty products then you would have walked into a department store or two and have probably been bombarded with sales girls trying to sell you their latest product with all these amazing new features. For instance new products that house revolutionary foundation technologies, light reflecting pigments for glowing skin, products that make you look 10 years younger, perhaps a foundation that mimics airbrushing so that you look like those 'perfect' models everyday. Foundations that last up to 24hrs, or if that wasn’t enough products packed with vitamins and made organically as well as locally. There is a sea of makeup products out there, wouldn't it be nice to have a professional recommend you same great products for your skin type? Someone who isn't trying to sell you anything just to make a sale... well you came to the right place.

When it comes to DIY smokey eyes have faith, it can be done. You do not have to leave the house looking like you've just stepped out of the circus. I can show you 2 full proof ways on how you can get the seductive and exquisite smokey eyes you have been wanting. Here is how...