BOOKS ARE CLOSED FOR 2021
I have decided to take a break from my business untill 2022. (Honouring existing bookings only)
I am delighted to have secured some regular work with an amazing studio, meaning I will be stepping away from my freelance business for the rest of 2021.
I will notify everyone when I am open for business again sometime in 2022.
Thank you to all my beautiful clients over the last 5 years.
Stay safe and hope to see you all next year ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you from Dianne
Due to new COVID-19 restrictions my business will be closed until further notice.
I'll be taking this time to build my skills, try new creative things and spend time with my family.
I would like to sincerely thank all of my clients from 2019/2020 and I hope to book with you again when this has passed.
Stay calm, be smart, practice empathy and stay safe xoxo
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Infection Control Training - COVID19 Completed
Completed this simple but important training today. It is important we all practice safe hand washing and sanitizing, proper respiratory etiquette, and social distancing. 1.5 metres is the recommended safe distance. This is because the virus is passed on via droplets in the air when we sneeze or cough, and these droplets can only travel up to 1 metre.
If you need advice or have any concerns please visit the link below, or call the Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080
https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert
Please stay calm, be smart, practice empathy, and stay safe xoxo
Important Information regarding your booking - Please Read
12 March 2020
Dear 2020 clients,
With current concerns around coronavirus/COVID19, it is important I take everyone's health and safety very seriously, and due to the personal proximity while doing someone's makeup, I have made the following precautionary measures regarding my services and clients:
1. If you, or anyone in your household are sick:
I request that if you or someone in your household is unwell and showing any flu like symptoms, please contact me to cancel your appointment. If you have paid a deposit I am happy to waive the cancellation policy and issue a full refund. This is to protect my own health and to reduce the chance that any virus could spread furthering the risk to others, especially those who are already immunocompromised.
2. If you, or anyone in your household has recently been overseas to affected areas:
If you or someone in your household has been overseas to an affected area within the last 14 days, please contact me to cancel your appointment. If you have paid a deposit I am happy to waive the cancellation policy and issue a full refund.
The Australian Government has listed countries that are at higher risk, so please refer to this link for advice: https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert#travellers-and-visitors
3. Skin conditions:
If you are currently dealing with contagious skin issues such as cold sores/conjunctivitis etc please let me know before your appointment. This will help me plan any changes to your makeup application to protect you and other clients. Depending on the condition I may need to cancel your appointment, and if so a full refund of any deposit paid will be issued.
4. Hand washing:
This should be regular practice, but here is a friendly reminder regarding hand washing. Washing your hands frequently with liquid soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands. You should clean your hands after bathroom use, after you cough or sneeze, before you eat and when you prepare food, after you handle animals, when you care for someone unwell, after public transport/gym etc. This will reduce the chance to spread germs and any contagious virus.
5. Safe business practice – What am I doing to protect you?
My client safety is first and foremost, therefore I practice strict hygiene measures. I thoroughly wash and sanitise my hands before touching a client’s face and at various times while applying makeup. My brushes are thoroughly disinfected with hospital grade disinfectant and then deep cleansed in between each appointment. They are also sanitised with 70% Isopropyl Alcohol. Mascara is applied with disposable mascara wands, other disposable tools are used when needed, and any cream/liquid products are decanted using a spatula.
If you are concerned at all I am happy to wear a face mask/gloves during your appointment. If this is something you would like for your appointment please contact me.
If you have any concerns or questions regarding your appointment please don’t hesitate to contact me on 0412 185 941 or email dianne.murphy@live.com
Despite this my business is fully operational, and I do look forward to seeing you for our next appointment.
Please also remember to encourage kindness, empathy and calm 🙂
Kindest Regards, Dianne Murphy
Makeup Artist & Hair Stylist
0412 185 941 – dianne.murphy@live.com
ABN: 21 323 936 502
Government information regarding coronavirus/COVID19 can be found below:
https://www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert#if-you-are-at-risk
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/factsheets/Pages/beauty-treatment.aspx
Lipstick Tips & Tricks!
We've all wanted to do it, the ideal daring bold colourful statemant lip. It’s mesmerising, pleasing and with just a pop of colour, it can create an common assertion in a flash.
Preparation
Before you can strive this assignment, you need to prepare your lips. A sugar scrub is the fantastic way to exfoliate your lips, leaving you with a tender and soft lips for flawless application. Scrub your lips in a round action to get rid of dry and lifeless skin cells and to remove makeup residue. Once you’ve buffed away the awful stuff, be certain to hydrate these lips for an ultra supple surface with a treatment or an ointment. You can additionally prolong the put on of your lip colour, by sealing off the lips with a heavy balm, to forestall the color from bleeding. Then, gently apply a translucent powder or a lip primer to absorb any additional moisture. This will maintain your color locked in for longer.
A bold lip
Choose a foundation shade that is the most natural for your skin tone, taking observe of whether or not your skin has yellow, purple or red undertones. Apply your chosen foundation to your face. Taking scare to blend your foundation around the lips and nose, as well as along the jawline. Regardless of whether you typically bronze, blush, shade or highlight, I suggest leaving your eyeshadow and contour till after you have utilized your bold lip, just to make certain that your palette fits the lip.
Shade or shade?
Picking the right lipstick colour is essential, red is not always better than pink. You need to choose a coloration that will suit your complexion to pull off such a lip. For example, if your skin has pink undertones, a color which has a blue tones will suit your seem to be more naturally, whereas if you have yellow undertones, a warmer colour with brilliant orange tones will go well with your makeup look. Once you’ve chosen the shade, pick the proper finish for your look. Matte lips are generally a winner, however take the opportunity to combine it up with a shine gloss or even a steel finish.
Now is the time to create the framework for your look. Take a lip liner which can either in shape the coloration of your lip colour or it can suit your natural lip colour. Bulk up the structure and fullness of your lips by lining your cupid’s bow and your lip border. You can overdraw the form of your lips, however be sure not to skew from the natural contour of your lips.
Apply your colour
Get equipped to bring the glam. Take your lipstick of preference and practice it to your higher lip in sweeping motions, moving from the inner part of your cupid’s bow to the outer corners of your lips. Then follow it to your lower lip, making use of layers until you reach your favored degree of coverage. Once you have performed your favored colour, sense free to add a lip gloss finish to beautify your look. Finally, clean up any uneven edges or lines with a flat concealer brush, to create a razor sharp look.
#Throwback - Professional Beauty Industry Profile: Makeup Artist Miss Dodo Divine December 12, 2016
The best way to describe Miss Dodo Divine is a cross between a retro Snow White and an eccentric Dita Von Teese. With her trademark brighter than bright red hair, matching eyebrows, a sweetheart bow and dramatic winged eyeliner, Miss Dodo Divine knows how to stop ‘em in the street. This philosophy translates seamlessly to her day job as a hair and makeup artist at Kryolan’s Sydney store.
“I love the creativity, and meeting new people. I have met some lovely inspiring people working in the industry, as well as some beautiful clients,” Miss Dodo Divine tells PB. “I’m still in awe I am able to do something I love and be paid for it.”
Before she was a store manager for Kryolan, Miss Dodo Divine, aka Dianne Murphy, worked in the musical theatre industry and hadn’t yet developed a passion for pinup.
“Before I discovered pinup I was incredibly self-conscious and embarrassed about my body type,” says Dianne. “It wasn’t until I started dressing pinup I felt comfortable and sexy in my own skin. This led me to compete in a few pin-up pageants and then to pinup alternative modeling, which in turn lead to my career.”
In 2015, Dianne competed in Miss Pinup Australia, a nationwide event that encourages women of all shapes, sizes, and ages to showcase their self-love and confidence through their expression of vintage glamour. While there are a series of awards, the core of Miss Pinup Australia is celebrating every individual’s self-confidence.
With her Ariel-esque hair and red dyed brows, confidence isn’t something Dianne struggles with now, and she urges others to embrace their inner eccentricity and express it however they choose.
“Flaunt what you have and don’t care about what others think! They’re usually just curious or jealous,” she tells us.
Asked where she draws her inspiration from, Dianne cites the sophistication of the 1940’s and 1950’s, but also admits to loving the creativity of special effects makeup, with bright colours and fake blood being her favourite.
“My mum is a nurse so I grew up with medical shows on TV,” says Dianne. “I can’t fully explain my attraction to it, but making something look real and horrible that makes people react is so much fun.”
While she enjoys the theatrical side of makeup, transforming individuals into grotesques isn’t the only thing Dianne relishes.
“My favourite experience so far has been when I worked on National Geographic’s show ‘Mars the Live Experience’ in Sydney and Canberra last month,” Diane tells us.
“I got to do hair and makeup for the likes of Buzz Aldrin (second man on the moon), Jason Ceran (Director of Advanced Exploration Systems, a division of NASA’s Human Exploration and Operations Mission Directorate) and Professor Mark McCaughrean (European Space Agency – Senior Scientific Advisor in the Directorate of Science and Robotic Exploration).”
So what’s next after working with Buzz Aldrin?
“I hope to be working full-time either as a brand ambassador and senior artist travelling around the world, or in film and television,” says Dianne. “I also want to keep growing my own brand through pinup, both on and off camera.”
A self-confessed nerd and comic book lover, Miss Dodo Divine isn’t your typical beauty babe, but that inability to conform and a love of self-expression is what makes her an industry favourite.
“I get a lot of women say to me ‘oh I love that style but I could never pull it off.’ I say to them yes you can! You just have to do it and love it. People will respond well to your confidence and you will feel amazing.”
Simply divine, no?
Diane Murphy, aka Miss Dodo Divine:
Facebook: Miss Dodo Divine
Instagram: Miss Dodo Divine
How to transform into a Perfect Pinup!
Have you ever liked the vintage aesthetic and always wondered how to do that amazing hair and nail that winged liner?? A Vintage themed party could be your calling!
Let me introduce myself, I am Dianne, a Sydney Based Makeup Artist and Hair Stylist specialising in Pinup / Vintage. Born and raised in musical theatre, I have had a passion for all things creative from a young age. Drawing together passion for Film & Television production and Pinup Styling, Makeup Artistry was the perfect way to combine the two and move into my dream career.
It all started when I moved into a house full of women! My amazing female housemates were a little alternative and not overly vintage, however we would go out to a Rockabilly event each month and all get dressed up together. The event became a regular thing and I started to experiment more with my hair styling and trying to achieve that perfect winged liner.
After focusing on teaching myself how to do vintage hair styling and makeup I realised that I was sick of my corporate job and wanted to pursue a new career, so I quit my corporate job and started a makeup course and the rest is history!
So how do you approach vintage makeup?
Model @scarletsoda
Let’s start with the famous Marilyn Monroe look. Monroe was an American actress, model, and singer. Famous for playing comic "blonde bombshell" characters, she became one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950’s. Her draw and allure is still strong today, and numerous people have impersonated and dressed as her for Halloween parties and photo shoots.
Foundation was very matte at the time, so her base would have been set with a translucent powder. Blush used was more of an orange undertone and also added to the tip of her nose to make the appearance of the nose shorter. Monroe’s makeup artist used Vaseline as a highlighter on her cheekbones and cupids bow, however for longevity its best to use a modern powder highligher on these areas.
Eyebrows were shaped like peaks which Monroe believed helped minimize the wideness of her forehead. For the eyes a subtle brown was used on the outer lid, and white used on the eye lid and inner corner of the eye, finished with that famous winged liner. Sadly there is no easy way to do a winged liner, however I suggest to draw a guideline on the outer corner on the eye to make sure the angle and length matches on each eye before filling in the rest of the liner over the lash line. Practice makes perfect!
Lashes were also important for the Marilyn look. Monroe wanted more of a natural look so her makeup artist cut regular strip lashes in half and added them to the outer corner of the lash line to create a longer lash look that was more subtle. Final trick on the eyes, she used a brown eye shadow under the lower lash that would mimic a shadow from her top lashes for the illusion of a longer lash. Lastly lips, use a rich blue based red for that Holllywood glam finish!
Pinup to me has been such a powerful tool as well as a large part of my confidence, and the most rewarding thing for me now are my clients. To be able to see a woman see herself for the first time in full pinup hair and makeup start to cry from happiness is absolutely priceless. I love being able to share my passion for vintage with others and see their own confidence and personality shine!
Interested in having your own vintage experience??
Contact me via my website – www.diannemurphy.com so we can chat about your idea and achieve your pinup dreams!
Erstwilder - Sesame Street 50th Anniversary Release
So you are probably wondering who is Erstwilder and why are you writing about it?
For those who are not aware I am IN LOVE with brooches! I wear them nearly everyday, and love creating a whole outfit and makeup look using that daily brooch as my inspiration.
Erstwilder are an Australian made and owned brooch brand based in Melbourne, who have just done a collaboration release with Sesame Street for their 50th Anniversary!
I, along with millions of other children worldwide grew up with Sesame Street. Teaching us how to count with Count Von Count, learning our ABC’s whilst teaching us to be kind to each other. Jim Henson's puppets were so vibrant, unique and larger than life so it was a smart tool to get young children to pay attention while learning.
The brooches themselves are stunning. They are collectible, limited run, layered resin adornments - they don’t only do brooches, but also have large statement piece Necklaces and lovely earrings with themed releases each month.
Sesame Street will always hold a special place in my heart, and I hope to share that joy of Sesame Street in the years to come with my niece and any other young people in my life!
Marilyn Monroe Makeover!
Marilyn Monroe was an American actress, model, and singer. Famous for playing comic "blonde bombshell" characters, she became one of the most popular sex symbols of the 1950’s. Her draw and allure is still strong today, and numerous people have impersonated and dressed as her for Halloween parties and photo shoots.
I have done a few Marilyn makeovers in the past but my most recent one was with popular cosplayer Infamous by Laura, aka Laura Gilbert. She has portrayed many characters in her cosplay career and I was happy to help with her newest cosplay and photo shoot of the 50’s icon.
Marilyn Monroe and her makeup artist Allan "Whitey" Snyder had a very set way they did her makeup, with her classic winged liner and red lip. However she also used very subtle techniques to enhance her eyes and create that ‘bedroom look’.
Foundation was very matte at the time, so her base would have been set with a translucent powder. On Laura I used MAC Studio Fix Foundation and set with RCMA No Colour Powder to take away any shine.
Blush used was more of an orange undertone and used also on the tip of her nose to make the appearance of the nose shorter. Snyder used Vaseline as a highlighter on her cheekbones and cupids bow, however for longevity I used a modern powder highligher on these areas.
Eyebrows were shaped like peaks which Monroe believed helped minimize the wideness of her forehead. Laura has lower closer set eyebrows so I was able to accentuate the peak of her brows to mimic Monroe’s.
For the eyes a subtle brown was used on the outer lid, and white used on the eye lid and inner corner of the eye for which I also did on Laura.
Monroe also wore white pencil on her waterline to make her eyes appear more open. However as Laura has big beautiful eyes I used a brown liner on the waterline to reduce the large appearance of her eyes to be more like Monroe.
Lashes were important for the Marilyn look. Monroe wanted more of a natural look so Snyder cut regular strip lashes in half and added them to the outer corner of the lash line to create a longer lash look that was more subtle. On Laura I used the Model Rock Lashes in #273 as they are heavier on the outer corner for the same effect.
Final trick on the eyes, Snyder used a brown eye shadow under the lower lash that would mimic a shadow from her top lashes for the illusion of a longer lash which I also did on Laura.
Lastly lips, which I used Kryolan Lip Stain in ‘Rock’ for a rich blue based red with long lasting matte finish. And of course not to forget her signature beauty spot!
Check out the final result on Laura’s Instagram and Patreon via www.instagram.com/infamousbylaura
Main image photo by Mercy Photography www.instagram.com/mercycreative_
Hair styling and Makeup by me! www.instagram.com/diannemurphymua
What is it like to work on Fashion & Editorial Photoshoots?
Fashion makeup can be very different to makeup you would do for someone attending a wedding or event. When I do makeup for a wedding, my goal is for the makeup to last as long as possible, especially in extreme weather conditions (such as the very hot and humid Sydney Summer) however Makeup for fashion and editorial is very different. The look of the skin and makeup is the focus, and not longevity.
Over the last 5 years, I have worked on many Fashion photo shoots and runways including Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Sydney.
Fashion makeup can be very different to makeup you would do for someone attending a wedding or event. When I do makeup for a wedding, my goal is for the makeup to last as long as possible, especially in extreme weather conditions (such as the very hot and humid Sydney Summer) however Makeup for fashion and editorial is very different. The look of the skin and makeup is the focus, and not longevity.
Beauty editorial makeup for photography is usually more relaxed but still requires a lot of attention to detail. Photographers and re-touchers should not be relied upon for editing to excuse lazy makeup. As a professional you are expected to create the best makeup possible so their job is easier after the shoot is done. Proper care when applying makeup, concealer and colours are extremely important. Makeup artists must also stay on top of current makeup trends to make sure their work is up to date and highly desirable.
Example, it has been on trend to do a very dewy healthy skin complexion. Dewy makeup that is more shiny and not set with a powder may not last long during a hot day but will look incredible when photographed. Moisturisers and dewy light foundations are key, as well as cream highlighters.
Another popular editorial look is the glossy eye. Again an even gloss look would not last, and will start to crease even after a few blinks of an eye. So when shooting you have the luxury of touching up the makeup before each photo is taken.
Editorial makeup can also be incredibly creative when artists can let their mind run free. When working on a project for a client you are limited by their direction, however when you are doing a collaborative shoot, this is when you can experiment with fun innovative looks. Macro photography is used a lot for this kind of photo shoot.
How does your makeup last all day?
This is one of the most asked questions I get about makeup. The simple answer is not so simple - you need to choose good quality products based on your skin type…
This is one of the most asked questions I get about makeup. The simple answer is not so simple - you need to choose good quality products based on your skin type.
Oily skin will generally need mattifying products, and dry skin will need moisturising products.
Combination skin may need a combination of products to target those problem areas.
Sadly there is no one magical product for everyone, so I will break down some products for you to consider trying and the reasons why.
I recommend when shopping to ask for samples (where available) to try before committing to full size. Most quality cosmetics can be expensive and it can become a costly exercise if you buy the full size only to find it doesn’t work for you!
Skincare is very important for makeup to look its best when applied. I know it's drilled into us to cleanse, tone and moisturise morning AND night - but it does play a big role! It may seem like a lot of work, but if you work it into your morning and bedtime routine you will definitely see the benefits.
Priming Is Important - Think of Primer like double sided tape for your foundation!
Oily Skin
For oily skin I would recommend a mattifying primer. This will help to control oil production during the day and reduce shine. The oil in our skin can start to break down foundation, so controlling that oil will allow makeup to stay in place longer.
I love Kryolan Invisible Matt Primer. It is my go to for long lasting foundation and shine control.
Mattifying primers with a silicone base are another great option, these will also help to fill in pores and fine lines - an example of this is the Nars Smooth and Protect Primer.
Dry Skin
Especially for dry skin, daily cleansing, moisturising, and weekly exfoliation is important. If you have flaky skin and try to cover that with a medium/high coverage foundation, it may stick to dry skin and your base will look blotchy and uneven. Weekly gentle facial exfoliation will help give your foundation a smooth base to stick to.
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Moisturiser 75ml
This is a go to product for many professional makeup artists. It is such a lovely hydrating moisturiser that doesn't leave the skin feeling oily, and can be used as a primer on its own. I use this on my own skin morning and night!
Combination Skin
If you're like me and have oily nose and dry cheeks - welcome to the combination skin club!
You may be able to get away with a silicone based primer for your whole face, however if you have trouble with oil or patchy dryness, then you may need to combine a mattifying and a moisturising primer, focusing each on those areas that need it.
Does this mean 2 primers for the one face? Yes! It can be annoying but trust me, the investment will help your makeup last for hours and hours.
Foundations
I will go more into foundations in a future blog, however consider what your skin type is and what your foundation is made of. A helpful tip is oily skin - stick to water based foundation. Dry skin - water or oil based foundations.
Setting Sprays
Not all setting sprays are alike! This is where its good to know what is in the product you are using. Many popular sprays are marketed as a setting spray, but are more of a finishing spray.
For example, MAC Prep and Prime Fix+ is a lovely product to refresh the skin before and after makeup application, however it doesn’t have ingredients to set the makeup, it is meant to hydrate and give the skin a dewy finish.
Examples of Setting Sprays that have active ingredients to set the makeup in place are:
Pro: A setting spray for everyday makeup, as well as a mixing medium for face/body paint.
Con: Comes in a pump spray which I find does not evenly distribute the spray.
Pro: My personal fave - sets makeup in place, has a low SPF (not enough for photography flash-back), ingredients include a water soluble polymer which creates an extra barrier, and comes in an aerosol spray to distribute evenly. Dewy finish, Cruelty free.
Cons: Can visibly stick to hair, so keep hairline covered for that final spray!
I personally have not used this product but have heard great things! Ingredients include a water soluble polymer, however comes in a pump spray. Matte Finish, Vegan friendly.
Hopefully this encourages you to start experimenting with new products that target your skin type and keep your makeup looking fresh all day long!
Have you used any of these products or have a fave you can't part with? Let me know what you think in the comments!
Disclaimer: I have a working relationship with Kryolan Cosmetics - they are a long time professional makeup brand manufactured in Germany. I love their products and use a lot of them in my kit, however I try to not to have a specific brand bias, so if you find a product that does the same job as any brand I mention here, go for it!
Why I Dress Pinup
Welcome to my first blog post! I hope this will become a channel for me to share hair and makeup tips and tricks, as well as some vintage clothing and other personal topics.
I wanted to start with why I dress vintage, and how this has shaped my confidence, and then my career…
Welcome to my first blog post! I can’t guarantee any regularity with posting, but I can guarantee honesty! I hope this will become a channel for me to share hair and makeup tips and tricks, as well as some vintage clothing and other personal topics.
However I wanted to start with why I dress vintage, and how this has shaped my confidence, and then my career.
I used to be that shy goth girl. You could always catch me wearing black loose fitting clothing, little to no makeup and my natural curly hair. I have always been a bigger girl, genetically I am from a big family and never felt comfortable in my own skin, let alone in modern clothing.
Media has always taught us we should be ashamed of a tubby tummy and wobbly thighs, creating issues with our bodies we didn’t know we had (aka cellulite, which everyone has) and teaching us that if you’re fat - you’re lazy, and should be ashamed. I battled with this a lot as a teenager and into my twenties. I still struggle with it to be honest, but it’s something I work on daily, and some days are better than others (This happens to everyone at some point, no matter what size you are).
It all started when I moved into a house full of women! My amazing female housemates were a little alternative and not overly vintage, however we would go out to a Rockabilly event each month and all get dressed up together. I slowly realised that the vintage style clothes (mainly 1950’s reproduction dresses) were very flattering on my curves - they hugged the smallest part of my torso, I could choose to show some cleavage or not, and it hid the bumpy bits I was so ashamed of. The event became a regular thing and I started to experiment more with my hair styling and trying to achieve that perfect winged liner. Over the space of about 4 years I started to regularly incorporate vintage elements into my wardrobe, and dipped into making my own circle skirts.
I can’t remember when exactly it was, but at some point in those years I started dressing vintage every day. I loved how the clothing fit my body, I loved how confident I felt, and for the first time in my life I felt sexy. It is such a powerful thing to realise YOU ARE SEXY. Not that I needed a person to find me sexy, but to know you are sexy is so important for your journey of self-love. If you feel and act confident, that rubs off on the people around you, and you tend to attract others to you.
In 2014 I entered my first Pinup Pageant at the Sydney Tattoo Expo. I didn’t place but I got amazing feedback and a nice little confidence boost. It was after the pageant I was contacted by a photographer who wanted to do a Pinup shoot with me, as the model. I have always been told ‘you have such a pretty face’… many of my plus size sisters have likely heard the same thing. They may have thought this was a compliment, however all we hear is ‘You are pretty, except the fat body’. Subtle back handed compliments eat away at the little confidence you have, especially if it is coming from those close to you. But I could not believe that a photographer wanted to take photos of an awkward chubby girl like me!
The photos were lovely (even though I now cringe at my hair and makeup!) and I got such good feedback, so I started to network and model for other photographers. Modelling helped to boost my confidence in front of the camera and develop my own hair/makeup skills.
After focusing on teaching myself how to do vintage hair styling and makeup (thank you Cherry Dollface and Youtube tutorials!) I realised that I was sick of my corporate job and wanted to pursue a new career – I needed to do something I was passionate about! So I quit the corporate job and started a makeup course. It has been a long and tough road but I am now doing well as a professional Hair/Makeup Artist and can thank my love for Pinup and Vintage for my career!
Pinup to me has been such a powerful tool as well as a large part of my branding and confidence. I get a lot of stares, curiosity and compliments on a day to day basis, but the most rewarding thing for me now are my followers and clients. To be able to see a woman see herself for the first time in full pinup hair and makeup start to cry from happiness is priceless. I love being able to share my passion for vintage with others and see their own confidence and personality shine. This makes all the struggles I have had with myself and my career 100% worthwhile.
I hope you learnt something from my first blog, and I look forward to sharing tips and tricks to potentially help you on your own journey.
Be kind to each other – we are unstoppable when we build each other up!
Want me to write about something? Let me know! Send an email to Dianne.murphy@live.com and I will hopefully be able to write about it in a blog!
Photo Credit @dollydeephotography
Brooches & Hair Flower from @daisyjean_floral