Discover the secrets behind the no-makeup makeup look for magazine shoots — from flawless skin prep to subtle definition. Effortless, natural beauty by Sydney makeup artist Nicola Johnson.

As a Sydney makeup artist, working on eCommerce (ecomm) is a huge part of my job. In a digital landscape where online sales reign supreme, creating captivating content is not just a task for brands but an ongoing necessity. I work with many brands in the eCommerce field from high fashion brands like Sass &…

One of my favourite types of shoot as a makeup artist is a beauty shoot, so that could be a skincare campaign, content or camping for makeup brand shoot or basically any shoot where the face is the feature. This is our time to shine as makeup artist, where every detail is meticulously planned and…

A lot of my work is in TV commercials (TVC’s), working as a makeup artist in the TVC world is very different to being on set on a fashion shoot. The way you approach makeup is different & the guidelines & on set etiquette is different. TVC’s require you to be fast & super flexible,…

We shot a the latest Fluidfrom Campaign in Fiji, which was incredible. Creating long lasting makeup looks in the heat isn’t without its challenges.  Mastering makeup in humid conditions may seem like a daunting task, but with the right techniques and products, you can still achieve a flawless look that lasts all day long. Humidity…

Loved working on this latest Guess X strand bags shoot photographed by Tom Wholohan. Model Summer Kane. When it comes to makeup for darker skin tones, the key is to enhance natural beauty while celebrating the rich shades. Natural makeup allows the skin to shine through, creating a radiant and effortless look. In this guide,…

  I had such a fun day shooting with Samsung down at Bondi Beach, It was a huge day. I had 3 models to look after but the looks were super natural & fresh, it was all about natural glowing skin & soft undone hair. The sun was pretty strong, so I needed to prep…

I Loved working with Angie smith on this collaboration with MCM house, Angie’s style is super natural, barely there makeup & an undone wave. Less was defiantly more on this shoot. I focused on Angie’s skin, with lots of prep & Massage. I’m currently loving The RMS Master radiance base, you can apply neat on…

Emma Watkins for Australian womans weekly magazine Shot on location at the Berry Hotel, stunning editorial shot by Julie Adams

        Loved working on this epic shoot for Fluidform pilates & Estee lauder with an all star cast, Jessica Gomes, Elliot Garnaut, Tara Rushton to name a few. Gorgeous glowing natural makeup & soft hair was the brief, shot on location in Sydneys northern beaches. I went for soft textured undone waves for…

Sunrise Fashion Film for Carl Kapp shot on super 8 by David Mandleberg.

  So excited to share this stunning cover for The Australians woman’s weekly magazine. Our gorgeous cover star Edwina Bartholomew presenter of Sunrise & her beautiful family. We shot at Edwina’s home ‘Warramba’ a sandstone country cottage in Glen Alice in the greater Blue Mountains region. Surrounded by vast landscapes and highland cows & in…

In this months issue of The Australian Womans Weekly we got to shoot the stunning Erin Molan & her super cute Daugher Eliza. Tucked away In a dreamy boho pop up festival style tent in the gardens of the winery. Erin chic long sleeve cream dress by Chloe, styled by Rebecca Rae. Hair & makeup…

A dreamy photoshoot shot in the grounds of Valcluse house with TV personality & self confessed ‘Crap housewife’ Jessica Row, her new’s reporter hubby Peter Overton & their 2 girls. I share my hair & makeup tips as a celebrity makeup artist.

Beautiful barely there makeup in Winter – hell yeah! No makeup makeup made easy!