Wednesday, 21 January 2015

THE ELEMENTS PHOTOSHOOT - PART 1 BEHIND THE SCENES

I recently did the make-up for photo shoot inspired by the elements earth, water, wind and fire with Headmasters of Chester senior stylist David Fortune and  first degree qualified photographer Lyndsay Roberts of Click 79 Photography.  Here is a look behind the scenes at this shoot.
My make-up kit all set out ready to make up the beautiful models for the shoot

I did the make-up for the four models on this shoot each one representing one of the elements earth, wind, fire and water.  I love creating these looks for the shoot using vibrant colours, dramatic false lashes by Eldora and face gems.

Headmasters Creative Stylist David Fortune did the stunning hair styles for the models.  David has been working at one of Chesters top salons Headmasters for a year now, but has been hairdressing for nine years.  He trained at the Francessco Group and the images for this shoot are going to be used for his level four advanced diploma in hairdressing.

Lyndsay Roberts of Click 79 Photography in action at the shoot.  Lyndsay is a first degree qualified photographer whose passion is to take beautiful pictures from Weddings to fashion shoots.

Look out for Part 2 of The Elements Photo Shoot where you will see the final images and I will detail the make-up products I used on the models



Monday, 12 January 2015

ROCK CHIC INSPIRED PHOTO SHOOT WITH CLICK 79 PHOTOGRAPHY

For the second part of the day with Click 79 Photography we did a Rock chick inspired photo shoot.  For our first model Sophie I did a very strong cat eye with nude lips.  Sophie hair already was pretty rock chick so I pretty much kept the style and just added some texture to it!


Creating model Sophie's Rock Chic inspired make-up

For the second Rock Chick Petra I wanted to created a different look so I made the eyes very smoky with a deep plum lips.  The hair was styled with lots of volume and texture.

Our other Rock Chick Petra
Hair & Make-up by Lizzie Griffiths
Photography by Click 79 Photography
Model - Sophie Edwards


Hair & Make-up by Lizzie Griffiths
Photography by Click 79 Photography
Model - Petra Palova


The Team

We all had a wonderful time on the photoshoots and I particularly loves creating both the looks.  If you would like to book Click 79 Photography or want any information from them please visit the website and contact Lyndsay from there
www.click79photography.co.uk

Monday, 17 November 2014

HOLLYWOOD GLAMOUR INSPIRED PHOTO SHOOT WITH CLICK 79 PHOTOGRAPHY

This is another photo shoot that I have done with the talented photographer Lyndsay Roberts of Click 79 Photography.  Lyndsay is a 1st degree qualified photographer specialising in fashion, studio and wedding photography.  We all had a great time working on this Hollywood inspired photoshoot!

For the hair I decided on a up style that was sophisticated and elegant yet still looked contemporary.  Most of the time with make-up you would go with either strong eyes or strong lips, but there are times when you can get away with both.  This is the type of make-up when you can get away with both as it would usually be worn for a glamorous event in the evening.



Getting model Petra ready for the Hollywood Glamour inspired photo shoot
Fashion photography Lyndsay Roberts / Click 79 Photography in action getting some beautiful images
Lyndsay showing Petra a preview of the images

Hair & Make-up by Lizzie Griffiths
Photography - Click 79 Photography
Model - Petra Palova

Look out for the second part of this photoshoot - The Rock Chick!

Lizzie xxx








Wednesday, 12 November 2014

SPACE NK CHESTER FAVOURITE PRODUCT CHALLENGE

I work with the most lovely ladies in Space NK Chester, so decided to set them a challenge!  I asked them to choose one product that is there ultimate favourite product in the store, you would think this would be easy, but if you think about all the amazing products and brands Space NK sell it is a very hard challenge!
Beauty Advisor - Amy Jones
Eve Lom -  Cleanser

For Amy's favourite product she picked Eve Lom's hero cleanser!
Amy says 'Eve Lom cleanser is one of my favourite skincare products.  It leaves my skin thoroughly cleansed unlike any other cleanser I have tried without a drying or tight feeling.  I love that I don't have to use a separate eye make-up remover as it effortlessly melts away even the smokiest of eye make-up.  I have also found it to be very balancing on my skin clearing up breakouts  and areas of congestion.  It also acts as an exfoliator and toner.  For me it turns cleansing into a luxurious and indulgent step in my skincare routine.  I will use it forever!' 

Store Manager - Jane Meeker
Diptique - Figuier Colour Sented Candle

I was not at all surprised that Jane picked a candle as she absolutely loves them and there is nothing she does not know about candles!  Here is what Jane has to sat about her favourite candle!

'Diptique to me shouts luxury and decadence.  I adore the candles especially figure which you can buy in a beautiful green glass jar.'

Beauty Advisor - Emily Jones
Kevyn Aucoin - The Celestial Powder in Candlelight
Emily says 'I love Kevyn Aucoin Celestial Powder because it gives a lovely glow to the skin.  Its great as it suits lots of different skin tones and gives a sheen to the cheekbone rather than a glitter effect.  It can instantly give your skin radiance and pick me up thats why its my favourite product in Space NK'
Assistant Store Manager - Diane Nicole
Oribe - Colour Shampoo & Conditioner
I let Diane have two favourite products as they do complement each other perfectly and this is why she loves them
'My favourite product is Oribe colour shampoo and conditioner as it revitalises your colour and keeps the hair looking shiny.  Gives you a just stepped out of the salon look and feel.' 

This might give you some good ideas for Christmas presents or what to put on your own Christmas list!


Lizzie xxx

Friday, 24 October 2014

RODIAL SKINCARE WTH BRAND SKINCARE SPECIALIST

Rodial skincare was founded in 1999 by Maria Hatzistefanis and is based in London.  This is a brand that is natural, but is very high performance.  I work with one of their fabulous and very knowledgable skincare specialists Billy Foley Trundle in Space NK so have asked him to tell you a little bit about two of their most popular ranges Dragon's blood and Bee venom!  



Rodial Skincare Specialist Billy Foley Trundle and Space NK Chester Store Manager Jane Meaker

Here is what Billy Says about the Rodial Dragon's Blood Range

The liquid facelift
- full of hyaluronic acid which hold 1000 times more water - drago tree sap perfect for those combination skin types keeping blemishes at bay - chromabright instantly brightens up your skin hiding any pigmentation and dark spots - targets dehydration and flatmation

Billy's guide to the Rodial Bee Venom Range
- train your skin to BEE-HAVE younger than it should be - holistic Botox - plumps lines and wrinkles - lessens muscle contraction
Perfect for dry dehydrated mature skin, my skin feels hydrated and flawless


If you would like to purchase any Rodial products pop into Space NK or visit their website

Lizzie xxx

Tuesday, 14 October 2014

URBAN ZOO PHOTO SHOOT WITH CLICK 79 PHOTOGRAPHY

Earlier this year the very talented photographer Lyndsay Roberts of Click 79 Photography asked me to do the make-up for her Urban Zoo Photo shoot.  The photo shoot was part of the final assignment for Lyndsay's degree which she gained a first in at Glyndwr University!  I had a brilliant day working with Lyndsay, Lorna who did the hair and the lovely girls who modelled.  Lyndsay let me get really creative with the looks which you can see below!  The photo shoot took place at Ruthin Castle and the heritage attraction Ruthin jail!

Here I am doing the Zebra inspired make-up

Lyndsay with taking pictures of model Erin at Ruthin Jail

Lyndsay doing some head shots of model Emma

Here are the final images!
The Lion
Photography - Lyndsay Roberts / Click 79 Photography
Make-up - Lizzie Griffiths
Hair - Lorna Roberts

The Snake
Photography - Lyndsay Roberts / Click 79 Photography
Make-up - Lizzie Griffiths
Hair - Lorna Roberts

The Lepard
Photography - Lyndsay Roberts / Click 79 Photography
Make-up - Lizzie Griffiths
Hair - Lorna Roberts

The Zebra
Photography - Lyndsay Roberts / Click 79 Photography
Make-up - Lizzie Griffiths
Hair - Lorna Roberts



Thank you to Lyndsay for asking me to me part of this photo shoot and hope to work with you again soon!

If you would like to book Lyndsay or want more information on what services she does visit and contact her through her website www.click79photography.com

Lizzie xxx