

Experience what it is like to be fabulously pampered for one day. Artistic Director Nicola Bald's hand-picked her creative team of highly skilled and fully qualified make-up and hair artists specialised in bridal, fashion, celebrity, film and TV make- up. Using only professional make-up, the team combine skilled artistic brushwork with passion and creativity to transform clients for their photo shoot.
This exciting day starts with a relaxed reception where you can choose from our complimentary drinks selection and chat with us about the exciting day ahead. You will have a luxurious,professional makeup & hairstyling session with our amazing industry experts. Our Hair & Makeup area has everything the professional artist needs, with superb lighting so the tiniest detail of your make-over can be executed flawlessly. You will then step onto the photographic set to enjoy a fashion photo shoot you'll never forget. Our sets are unique to us and refreshed regularly to keep them ahead of the trends in fashion photography. With clothing and background changes the professional photographer will create your perfect look. Finally we will take you to the private viewing area where you can look at all images and retouch your favorites. Pick one complementary image for you to take home.
We will discuss your make-up, hairstyling and photography, working out what really excites and inspires you so that everyone involved in your shoot truly understands what you want and what works best for you on camera. We will offer you refreshments such as an alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink and discuss each aspect of the day.
Our specialist, industry makeup artist will cleanse, tone and moisturise your skin with premium quality products, ready for your exclusive and personalised studio day. Your makeup artist will also chat with you about the colours, textures and trends you’re really into. They’ll also want to know about the outfits you’ve brought to wear, so your finished look works, top to toe. Our makeup artists will happily share insider tips and tricks with you, based on your skin type, face shape and colouring. We only use the best products for our make-up work, if you would like a breakdown of the products and shades used, please feel free to ask our host for a face chart, we find this to be a popular and enjoyable bespoke service.
Preparing your hair for the photo shoot, our proffesional hair stylist will work with you and your chosen outfits to create a hair style that brings it all together beautifully. Sleek and straight, beach-fresh textured, effortless curls, seventies flicks, classic ‘up do’, messy ‘up do’, backcombed with full body… the choice really is endless.
During your photo shoot we aim to create around 100 beautiful and individual images with up to five different outfit changes per session. Your photo shoot is about your individual style and tastes so we suggest you bring a wide selection of your favourite outfits (as many as you can fit in your suitcase).
Popular examples include: casual, evening, seasonal trends, smart dress, lingerie, swim wear, accessories ideally whatever you feel most comfortable in. The more variety you bring, the more fun we can have creating unique styles and the better your photo shoot will turn out!
View all your images in our private viewing area. Retouching is available and done by a professional so nothing is left to chance! You will receive a complimentary digital image to take home.
A fantastic multi award winning studio in the heart of Edinburgh nestled just next to Edinburgh train station.
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