CLMA

In case you didn't know I have a make up academy in Manchester to train people to become make up artists. We have been running almost two years and I am so proud of all the girls that are leaving, I honestly believe that the standard is really high and they are all fully equipped with all the skills they need to be hugely successful!

Yesterday the latest Fashion make Up students did their last shoot and I think it is the best we have done so far so wanted to share it with everyone. The girls have just finished a 6 week intensive course and you can see how talented they all are already.

Shoot days are always quite stressful as everyone wants to be the best they can and the pressure is on....
Everybody got given their model and brief and then had to quickly come up with what look they were doing and create it then and there. It was as you can see a jewellery shoot and all of it was brought my an amazing stylist who I myself work a lot with, Lorraine McCulloch. The photographer is also a fantastic collegue and friend of mine Simon Clemenger, both super talented people who the girls were so lucky to get to work with.

All the jewellery is available at Cricket in Liverpool or online.

I hope you like it!!!!! Well done my CLMA girls!!!!!

It's all about working as a team when prepping the models hair, make up and nails

Researching is so important to get current shots with the latest trends in make up

We get messy when we work.... make up and hair products everywhere!!!!!

My little Elkie is learning the ropes already and getting tips from the girls.

Our fave photographer Simon, takes the best shots ever!

If only this was all mine, sob sob.... I'm heading to Cricket to treat myself asap!

Making final tweeks before we shoot...

Our gorgeous model Beth couldn't look bad even if she tried! 

Seeing the shots on screen as they are taken means we can make any necessary changes to get the best shot

The Finished Moodboard!

Returning our models hair and make up back to normal before they leave...


All these images on the moodboard are just a rough selection from the shoot. Next week we will edit all the shots and pick the best ones for the girls to put in their portfolio, oooooh, so exciting, that is when you really feel the buzz of the job, seeing your work on screen!

For more details on the academy and the courses we offer go to www.cassielomasmakeupacademy.co.uk