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I was recently lucky enough to be made over by today’s fabulous Featured Supplier, Jo of Make Up By Jo. As well as being a thoroughly lovely person, by goodness can she work wonders with a make-up brush! I went from looking tired, drawn and dried out (too many late nights in front of a computer screen) to radiant and, ahem, beautiful with a flick of her magic wand.
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You really must meet this wonder woman! Tis witchcraft, I tell you…
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Hi Jo! Tell us a little bit about your trade…
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My experience in the industry began 20 years ago when I first applied for a job with Lancôme. During the 10 years working for Lancôme I gained a vast amount of knowledge and experience in the industry working for large accounts in York, Edinburgh and Manchester with strict training courses and events.
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Afterwards I moved into fashion working as a manageress and buyer for an exclusive boutique where I spent time at London Fashion week and had a great understanding of the fashion world. I had the good fortune around seven years ago meeting celebrity International make-up artist Ariane Poole who I work closely with on events and shows to this day in the North East and London.
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I always keep up-to date with application, style and techniques of make-up with frequent trips to London.
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My services range from bridal make-up, make-up lessons, photo shoots, commercial and editorial shoots.
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What products do you recommend?
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I use an array of products ranging from Ariane Poole, Estee Lauder, Lancôme, Bobby Brown, Nars, Jemma Kidd. Key items I would always use on a wedding:
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Ariane Poole Skin Primers and Conceal and Contour Palette
Lancôme Khol eyeliners
Bobby Brown Gel eyeliner
Elizabeth Arden Eye Fix Primer
Boots No07 Lipliners
Nars Blushers
Jemma Kidd Eyebrow Kit
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Why should Brides Up North hire a professional make-up artist?
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Morning full of nerves and butterflies in your stomach and struggling to put your make-up on .? To hire a professional make-up artist is a luxury but a professional make-up artist will have the knowledge, understanding and techniques on how to enhance your beauty on this special day which can be captured as memories on camera.
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Would you recommend a make-up trial? Why?
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Yes I always offer a make-up trial to the bride. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss ideas, colours, style of wedding. On the wedding day I will arrive at either the home or venue and will stay with the bride until her wedding dress is on for final touches of make-up. If the mums and bridesmaids require a make-up trial that can also be included as well.
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Why does Make Up By Jo provide a superior service?
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I have worked in various aspects of the industry for the last 20 years and understand the need to listen to everyone as an individual. I treat all brides and the bridal party as individual everyone has their own style that represents you as a person. I am a relaxed and calm person and happy to help brides in all situations.
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What is your favourite make-up look?
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My favourite look is the flawless skin with slight to medium depth of smoky eyes. This creates a soft focus and a subtle Hollywood glamour look
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What are your top five tips for wedding day beauty?
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Look after your skin, and stick to a skin care routine leading up to the wedding
Skin primers for face and possible eyes and lips
Waterproof mascara and eyeliners
Good foundation
Lipstick that suits you as a person
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And the no-nos?
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Fake tan on the evening before or morning of the wedding
Not blending or choosing the wrong shade of foundation
Wearing the wrong shade of lipstick that makes you look washed out
Wearing a facemask on the morning of the wedding
Fake tan not applied correctly on the hands
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Any really special weddings that you have worked on?
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I have so many memorable weddings in their own way. Two that stick in mind, A biker wedding when I arrive at the venue Middleton Lodge there was two lines of motorbikes which was the aisle for the bride to walk down to the alter. The grooms and the party wore their jeans and biking jackets. The bride wore an amazing corset denim black dress and the bridesmaids wore denim corseted dresses. The other wedding was at home with a large marquee. Everyone was running late and I ended up ironing dads shirt, helping him with his cravat, hovering the house for the guests to return back to and making sure the bride was dressed and helping her lace her delicate lace corset dress.
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Can you give Brides Up North an idea on price? Where are you located?
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My prices vary on location but quotes can be requested by emailing me on jo@makeupbyjo.co.uk
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I live near Darlington but will travel wherever the bride would like me to go at home or abroad.
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Where can Brides Up North find out more and see more examples of your work?
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You can find my work and details on my website, www.makeupbyjo.co.uk
Facebook: Make-up by Jo
Twitter: @JoLeversuch
YouTube: JoLeversuch
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Anything else that we should know?
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As well as wedding make-up I work on other aspects of make-up closely at fashion shows in London with Estee Lauder Cancer Care and Debbie Wingham fashion designer plus I have worked behind the scenes on The National Wedding Show in Earls Court and have recently become an Associate Tutor for Jemma Kidd masterclass@HOME
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