Introducing Nikicreates!

So this year I have made a real effort to get back to doing what I have always loved since I was a child, drawing and painting!

I have been doing what I can in my spare time alongside working as a freelance makeup artist.  Over the last few months in particular I really have made an extra effort and I have been working hard to make my childhood dream of being an artist happen.  I specialise in beauty illustration and portraiture, most of my work is done with acrylic paint my favourite medium but I also work with black ink and collage and often experiment with other new mediums as well.

I am so excited to announce that I have just opened an Etsy shop selling Limited Edition giclée prints of my original art works.  Prints are limited to just 25, once they are gone thats it!  Each print is signed, numbered and dated and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

You can view my Etsy shop 'Nikicreates' and purchase prints on the below link
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Nikicreates?ref=l2-shop-header-avatar

Here's a few of my behind the scenes snaps along the way...





















You can also follow my art updates on Instagram at @Nikicreates

Thanks for looking! Niki x

"Friday Faves!"

Charlotte Tilbury Wonder Glow!

Welcome to my all new "Friday faves" feature where I will try to blog or at the very least post on social media my tried and tested favourite beauty essentials every Friday.  I will only be posting about beauty products that I genuinely use and love.

I absolutely love this product, 'Wonder Glow' by makeup brand Charlotte Tilbury enhances so many different skin tones and skin types just beautifully and has become an immediate staple in my professional makeup kit.

It is a Light-reflecting Face Primer that can be applied under foundation, alone or over makeup for instantly dewy, beautiful skin.

The soft focus effect that smooths over fine lines and skin imperfections is marvellous! Therefore making this product ideal for all ages.

It is easy to apply.  I find it is best applied with fingertips and gently massaged into the skin.

£38.50
http://www.charlottetilbury.com/uk/wonderglow.html

Definitely one to add to the Christmas List : )

Thanks for looking and please do like, comment and share.

Niki x



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Claudia Schiffer launches Makeup line.

September sees the launch of Supermodel Claudia Schiffer's makeup line.



https://youtu.be/I_SkcgCCtSE

A brand new range of colours for eyes, lips, face, nails aswell as brushes and tools.

https://vimeo.com/232486619

Discover the collection here:
http//:www.claudiaschiffer.com

My Desert Island Beauty must haves!

My Desert Island products...

My trusty tube of St Tropez Gradual Tan in shade Medium/Dark.  I have used this product ever since it launched and also recommend it to my clients. If you have pale skin the Light/Medium shade will be a better option for you.  l just love the colour it gives my skin and people often comment asking if I have been away! It never streaks and is easy to apply.  I always have at least two or three tubes in my bathroom cabinet, it is also the first thing I pack when I am travelling, without it my skin just looses that natural golden glow.

Lucas Papaw Ointment is a staple when I travel it comes in so handy for cuts, grazes, burns, bites, dry skin, makes a great lip balm, achieves a glossy eye or dewy cheekbone. Moisturises eyelashes and hydrates cuticles and also great for taming flyaway hairs. A MUST!

Charlotte Tilbury Instant Look in a palette shade 'Beauty Glow' is my summer makeup favourite. These are perfect colours for me to create a bronzed look.  Also it is so convenient that eye colours, bronzer, blusher and highlighter are all in one compact, genius!

Mascara is an absolute must have.  I am currently using DIORSHOW but I do try different ones all the time!

Got to have my trademark bright coral nails, it just wouldn't be summer without them!

I love OPI shade Living on the Bula-vard.

 

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@nikimakeup

My Favourite Hair & Beauty Buys!

Quick Makeup Artist Fave's Q&A: 

Premium Makeup Brand?
Charlotte Tilbury

Budget Makeup Brand?
Maybelline

Premium Hair Brand?
Bumble & Bumble

Budget Hair Brand?
Vo5

Budget Lip liners?
Kiko

Premium Lip liners?
Bobbi Brown

Budget Mascara?
Maybelline

Premium Mascara?
Lancôme

Powder Blushers?
Nars

Creme Blushers?
Bobbi Brown

Hairspray?
Kenra

Foundation for natural coverage?
MAC Face & Body

Foundation for full coverage?
Estee Lauder Double Wear

Long wearing lip colours?
Maybelline

Lip colours?
MAC

Lip balm?
Lucas Paw Paw

Moisturiser?
Embryolisse lait creme

Eyeshadows?
MAC

Primer?
Smashbox

Makeup Brushes?
Zoeva

These are my favourites, I would love to know what your faves are, let me know!

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Prom Hair & Makeup Inspiration!

Prom Season is fast approaching so I have put together some hair and makeup inspirations for you.
When choosing your prom hair and makeup do take into account your dress and other accessories you will be wearing such as jewellery, handbag and shoes. Consider a hair and makeup look that suits your personal style as well as your chosen dress! You do not want to wear your hair down if your dress has a beautiful high back detail.  Likewise you probably shouldn't go for a messy braided updo if your dress is long and traditionally elegant and do you really suit a bright red lip in a orange dress?

Please note images are not my own work, these are taken from the web for inspiration only.

MAKEUP:































UPDO'S:















LONG HAIRSTYLES:

















I am now taking bookings for Prom.  Book your appointment during April to receive complimentary lash application worth £10.00!  A Booking deposit is required of £25.00 to secure the date in my diary.  This fee is deducted from the final balance.

Prom makeup £50.00
Lash Application £10.00
Prom Hair and Make up £70.00

All enquiries via www.nikimakeup.co.uk

A little art work...

I have made time to focus on a little art work this month and spent a fabulous Snowy and cold Saturday afternoon sketching and painting! I plan to do a lot more of this in the future.