Elevating editorial beauty and luxury campaigns through artistry that transforms faces into living canvases. With an exceptional eye for detail and sophisticated styling, Claire brings creative direction to life across Melbourne and Australia.
Beginning with a love of painting and watercolors, Claire discovered her artistic vision could transform more than just paper. Her journey from delicate brushstrokes on canvas to creating stunning beauty looks for professional photoshoots reveals an artist who sees faces as her ultimate medium. More than just applying makeup, Claire creates a connection with each canvas she works on, seeing the unique beauty in every client that sits in her chair.
With over 15 years immersed in the beauty industry, Claire has refined her craft alongside some of Australia's most prestigious brands. Her journey includes two years as a makeup artist in London and time as a full-time colour specialist at the prestigious Space.NK makeup store. Working with Mecca, Laura Mercier, Cotton On, Myer, and countless photoshoots has given her the versatility to adapt to any style or brief while maintaining her signature light-handed approach that allows natural beauty to shine through.
Claire approaches each face with the same meticulous care and creativity whether it's for a bride's special day, a magazine photoshoot, or a major commercial campaign. Her kit is stocked with only the highest quality products from M.A.C, Dior, NARS, Charlotte Tilbury, and Hourglass, ensuring every look is built on a foundation of luxury and longevity. Based in Melbourne but available Australia-wide, Claire brings the same dedication to creating your perfect look that has made her a trusted name in the industry.
Beyond makeup artistry, Claire is also a skilled hair stylist who can create the perfect complete look for any occasion. With extensive training in skincare, she brings a holistic approach that ensures every client receives makeup application that not only looks beautiful but also benefits their skin. She has extensive experience working with children on set, bringing a patient and gentle approach that puts young talent at ease. Additionally, Claire specializes in men's grooming for photo shoots, ensuring male models and actors look their absolute best while maintaining a natural, polished appearance.
A decade and a half of creating beauty across fashion, editorial, bridal, and commercial artistry.
The creative journey behind every look, as told by the clients who trusted me with their vision.
"I have been working with Claire for over 4 years now and she is one of my go to HMUA. She is talented and professional with a calm, friendly energy that truly makes every shoot a breeze and her work is consistently stunning—whether it's a natural glow or full glam. Would 100% recommend."
As a photographer, finding the right makeup artist is crucial for successful shoots. Claire's professionalism and consistent quality over our 4-year working relationship has made her indispensable to my team.
"Claire was very professional and listened to exactly what I wanted. She was great with her time management and made me feel comfortable and special on the day."
Working with Claire for my wedding was such a wonderful experience. She took the time to understand my vision and created exactly the look I had dreamed of.
Insights, techniques, and behind-the-scenes stories from my editorial work.
Modern makeup artistry is embracing sculptural techniques like blush draping and underpainting that create dimension and luminosity. These methods are revolutionizing how we approach beauty for both editorial work and everyday looks.
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