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Thank You

Posted on September 28, 2009

McBeth Photography would like to take this opportunity to thank all the lovely people who visited our stand at the RCPE wedding fair yesterday. You wouldn’t have seen me as I was on babysitting duties but Jess had a great time and really enjoyed meeting lots of new people and chatting about all things wedding.

Don’t forget we are also exhibiting at Thee Wedding Show at Murrayfield Stadium next Saturday and Sunday.  Gran and Gramps have very kindly offered to look after little Esme so both Jess and I will be able to answer any questions you may have, show you our sample albums and may even have a wee sweetie for you.

RCPE Wedding Fair

Posted on September 26, 2009

If it’s Sunday the 27th of September and you are in the Edinburgh area whilst reading this then STOP.  Get yourself along to the first ever wedding fair hosted by the RCPE on Queen Street.  We will be there along with lots of other top notch wedding suppliers.  Check out the RCPE website for more info.

Interview with Uzma Ali of ‘Makeup by Uzma’

Posted on September 23, 2009

It’s always good to pick the brains of people in the know.  Answering our questions this time is Uzma Ali of ‘Makeup by Uzma’, a freelance international hair and makeup artist based in Edinburgh. 

Tell us a little about yourself, background and your business.  How did you get into makeup artistry? 
I started off in a completely different career: marketing, recruitment, human resources and events management.  But makeup has been an ongoing passion of mine.  Being from an Asian background I grew up watching Bollywood films, wearing traditional colourful clothes and attending weddings where brides were adorned in the most amazing outfits.  In all these areas, makeup has always played an important role. I can recall from a young age collecting makeup and experimenting with different looks every spare moment I had.  I copied looks I saw around me and created original looks as I became more confident with applying makeup.  Over the years, I stepped in as a makeup artist on special occasions for family and friends.  Then I attended world-renowned makeup master classes in New York, Pakistan and England.  I noticed a gap in the market in Edinburgh & the surrounding areas for a specialist makeup artist and I decided in January 2009 to launch Makeup by Uzma.

 If you had to pick one easy thing women can do to improve their natural beauty, what would you suggest?
One very easy thing women and of course men can do to improve their natural beauty is to drink lots of water.  I find people are looking for quick ways of looking good and enhancing their natural beauty, but the key is to look after your inner self to bring out a natural glow.  Make up always sits so much better on healthy skin!

If we took a peek in your makeup kit, what would we see?
Ooh now that would be telling! My makeup kit consists of many luscious goodies by names such as MAC and Bobbi Brown.  You would see shimmering eye shadows in every colour imaginable, dewy blushers and highlighters to create glowing skin and lots of lip glosses for that ‘kiss & tell’ look for lips.

What tips can you give brides to ensure a well-groomed look which lasts the whole wedding day?
As well as having a talented makeup artist to create a well groomed look, I would also suggest sticking to a look that suits your personality, as that way the bride feels comfortable and confident in her overall appearance.  A bride who is calm and confident with her outfit and makeup naturally looks groomed for her entire day!

Does bridal makeup fashion change?  If so, what’s in fashion now?
Bridal makeup does change quite a lot according to seasonal trends, but most brides tend to stick to looks that they are fond of rather than going for a look which is in fashion.  Being a model as well as a makeup artist, I am easily able to create the latest in-fashion makeup trends for brides.  However I tend to tailor makeup looks according to what the bride has specifically requested.  My preliminary aim is to have a happy and satisfied bride by delivering breathtaking makeup looks.

What is the difference between creating a bridal look for an Asian and a non- Asian bride?  How does this differ from makeup for commercial or catwalk models?
The difference between an Asian bridal look and a non-Asian bridal look is vast!  Asian bridal makeup typically (but not always) involves deeper colours and more detail to the eye makeup whereas a non-Asian bridal look is usually softer and more minimalist.  There is a world of difference between bridal and commercial/catwalk model makeup.  Catwalk and media work is like working magic tricks, as I create bright or larger-than-life makeup looks to change the appearance of the person to fit the role they are playing.

How does it feel to be playing such an important part in a bride’s wedding day? 
I never imagined how amazing it would feel to play such a vital role on the bride’s wedding day.  It really is a blessing.  I’m the sole person the bride shares her thoughts with on the day leading up to her big moment.  She trusts and relies on me to bring out her inner beauty by emphasising her features and hair through makeup and styling.  But I’m also the person the bride is alone with and looks to for words of comfort.  From my experience, each bride is truly unique; every bride I’ve had the pleasure to work with has looked stunningly beautiful on her big day.  There is nothing more rewarding in my role than seeing a bride so satisfied with her look.

Uzma can be contacted on 07500 966580 or by emailing info@makeupbyuzma.com.

Jacqueline Elizabeth Bespoke Millinery

Posted on September 21, 2009

Had a fun day today on a shoot for Jacqui from Jacqueline Elizabeth Bespoke Millinery. The combination of her stunning creations, her lovely model, Sara Miller and the fabulous make-up by Uzma Ali meant that I had to work hard to do justice to all their hard work and expertise. When I have had a chance to chill out and get a glass of wine I will upload some images.

 

Camera Shy Bride?

Posted on September 20, 2009

Wedding magazines are full of gorgeous brides looking relaxed and happy having their picture taken. But real life can feel very different. Craig McBeth addresses a common concern of brides to be: “There’s a lot of pressure particularly on the bride to look stunning. Second marriages often involve teenagers who are naturally self-conscious. Luckily, there are a few ways to address this issue.

Firstly, spend a good amount of time explaining your concerns to your photographer. For example, if a bride explains that she dislikes her profile, I’ll adjust the type of shots that I take. I’ll also take extra care processing any profile shots to ensure they are flattering. Secondly, jump at the chance for an engagement shoot. This is an opportunity for you and the photographer to get to know one-another and for you to get used to the camera. If a member of your family (e.g. teenage niece) is self-conscious, ask the photographer if they can be involved in the engagement shoot as well.

If you have some existing photographs of yourself that you like (or particularly dislike), consider showing these to your photographer so they can get an idea of your tastes. You can also agree with your photographer whether he/she should provide some direction to you (whereas many people prefer the unobtrusive ‘reportage’ style photography, others appreciate being told what to do for maximum effect!). You can try this out on the engagement shoot and you should be given the chance afterwards to provide some feedback to the photographer about which pictures you like, so that he/she can focus on your preferences for the main event. And finally, don’t be afraid to tell your photographer if you’d like more pictures of family and friends than the bride and groom.”

Do you have a photography-related query? Please get in touch.

Asian Bridal Shoot

Posted on September 18, 2009

Had a great day at the RCPE today doing an asian bridal fashion shoot with Uzma.

Model Shoot at Portobello

Posted on September 16, 2009

Finally convinced Uzma to take a turn in front of the lens instead of rushing around sorting make-up and outfits.  I am really pleased with the shots we got from a surprisingly sunny Portobello.

 

 

Back from London

Posted on September 13, 2009

Back from a hot and busy 3 days in London.  Its a great place to visit now and again but I really could not live there, or any city now.  My city living days seem to be very much behind me.  Is an interesting place to take a camera to though but it appears I have come away with a few hundred images of my baby daughter (which I could have done without leaving the house) and very few of London.  Did manage one or two of the usual tourist spots though.

1959 Edinburgh Medical Graduates Reunion 2009

Posted on September 8, 2009

Tonight I covered the 1959 Edinburgh Medical Graduates Reunion at the RCPE. A lot of fun and lots of friendly people.  Images from tonights event can be viewed by following the link below.

1959 Edinburgh Medical Graduates Reunion 2009

Remember you will need your pass code  to view the images.

If you intend to call us to order prints then please wait as we will be on a short family break until Monday 14th September.
Thank You
Craig.

Thee Wedding Show

Posted on September 2, 2009

Don’t forget that McBeth Photography will be exhibiting at Thee Wedding Show on the 3rd and 4th of October at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.