Nancy Spencer

Nancy Spencer

Tuesday 22 December 2015

Getting Married in 2016?

I'm taking bookings for wedding hair and makeup for 2016 now, book in as soon as you can to avoid disappointment! 

Below is my last bride of 2015, beautiful Louise, who's hair and makeup I did last weekend. Love her dark lip so much! Xxx



Monday 14 December 2015

2 day makeup course Jan 10th & 11th!

I'm now taking bookings for my next two day intensive fashion makeup course and spaces are going fast! 

Email me on info@makeupmanchester.co.uk for rates and availability! 


Friday 27 November 2015

#everybodyisbeautiful working with Iskra

This week I've had the pleasure of working with gorgeous model and spokesperson for positive body image in fashion; Iskra Lawrence. We shot together some lingerie for a huge online client with fresh dewy makeup and wavy hair by me! 

Follow Iskra on Instagram @iamiskra and check out her latest project www.runwayriot.com


Monday 23 November 2015

BAFTA win for Swashbuckle!

I'm so pleased to tell you that Swaskbuckle has won the Children's BAFTA award for best entertainment! I've worked as the makeup designer since the show began 3years ago. It's incredible news and so well deserved for the whole Swash family! :)




Tuesday 17 November 2015

One day courses now booking!

Wow what a busy Summer it's been! My lack of blogging has been down to a busy shooting schedule - but I'm back!! 

My sort-after makeup courses are back with the One Day Introduction to Makeup Course now booking! Email info@makeupmanchester.co.uk for rates and dates :)

Below is a new image I created on model Bella Smith shot by Dom Brophy, hair and makeup by me. 


Wednesday 12 August 2015

New AW15 Campaign Shoot

Here's a new AW15 look on my beautiful model Cristina N from MOT models. I've used a range of taupe hues on the eyes, cheeks and lips to create a autumnal vibe. Product picks are, Cork eyeshadow from MAC, Laguna Bronzer from Nars, Taupe lipstick from Mac. 

Friday 22 May 2015

Shoot for The Tomorrow Store

My new work is up on The Tomorrow Store.com for their new SS15 collection.

Makeup was kept sheeny on the skin, a bit smudgy around the eyes and a pop or orange/red on the lips but kept matte. Hair was wetted down with lots of salt spray. 

Full product breakdown coming soon!


Sunday 3 May 2015

Blog On MOSI with QVS Beauty!

I had a fab day on Saturday at the Bloggers conference at MOSI. QVS beauty contacted me to help them demo their makeup tools and show other bloggers how to get the best results. I had a whole range of tools to play with:


Now I must admit I would normally shy way from 'value' brands as I just wouldn't believe the quality was that great...so I was very pleasently surprised by the quality of these brushes and they are all made from natural materials :)

My personal favourites were the stubby blusher brush (which is best for buffing in foundation) and the eyeshadow blending/crease brush (which is in a three brush set). Each retails for about £6!!!!! Crazy.


I can't wait to use them in my freelance work. You can get yours from Amazon!

Thursday 23 April 2015

Next makeup course booking now!

My next introduction to freelance makeup course is booking now! 

The next dates are 4th 5th & 6th of June 2015 and spaces are already going fast. 

Email info@makeupmsnchester.co.uk for info on rates and how to secure your place on this fantastic course! 

Look at what my fantastic student Emma Willcock achieved after only three days of training and no previous experience!!


Wednesday 15 April 2015

Liberty in Love shoot

It's not often I only do hair on a shoot but this week did just that for online wedding boutique Liberty In Love. 

I prepped the two models hair using Bumble and Bumble styling lotion before setting in large rollers. Each style was slightly different and kept quite boho and undone. I used lots of Bumble and Bumble Dry Spun spray to keep the hair looking a bit lived in. See images below..



Remember you can book bridal hair and makeup all year round at Makeup Manchester!

Ring 07840 043753 or email info@makeupmanchester.co.uk for enquires xxx



Sunday 5 April 2015

Happy Easter Makeup Bunnys!

To mark the a Easter Break, heres some domino nailart I created for the second issue of Lilac magazine, shot by amazing photographer Layla Sailor and starring her very own bunny!



Thursday 26 March 2015

New work for VeryExclusive.com

I'm so pleased to say I worked on the first UK shoot for new high end online site www.veryexclusive.com, see below a shot with beautiful M
odel Stine Munch and swedish fashion photographer Klas Strom...

Wednesday 11 March 2015

Winter Sun Product Picks

If you're lucky enough to get away for a quick winter sun break, here are a few products I can't live without!

Elizabeth Arden SPF 50 sun block - it's great for the face and doesn't make me breakout, also gives a lovely glow without looking ghostly!

Mac Lady Danger Lipstick - easy to wear with minimal makeup and also looks great with a tan (fake of course)

Bumble & Bumble Rich Conditioner - this is great to use as a rescue hair mask too, comes in a handy mini size for airport checkin :)

Jo Malone handbag purfume - perfect for spritzing on the go!



Wednesday 4 February 2015

Now booking two day makeup course!

This intensive and personal course is the perfect platform to introduce you to freelance makeup. Email me for more info and prices: info@makeupmanchester.co.uk


Wednesday 28 January 2015

Star product pick!

My favourite hair product right now is Bleach London's Swamp Spray http://bleachlondon.co.uk 

It's perfect for achieving textured, tousled locks and it's a mega bargain at only £6.99 (available on their website and Boots). I used it on a recent shoot for Very.co.uk, see the image below for the results...






Wednesday 7 January 2015

Now booking 3 Day Makeup Course!

New Year, New Career? Email info@makeupmanchester.co.uk for further info and prices!